# Highlander Returns With Original Screenplay

> Highlander: The Original Screenplay hits stores January 6, giving fans a blood-soaked vision of the 1986 film.
- Title: Highlander Returns With Original Screenplay · ScreenRant
- Summary: Highlander: The Original Screenplay hits stores January 6, giving fans a blood-soaked vision of the 1986 film. Titan Comics releases Highlander: The Original…
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- Source: ScreenRant — https://screenrant.com/highlander-original-return-screenplay-release
- Author: Shaun Corley
- Published: 2026-10-22T18:00:19+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: highlander, titan comics, christopher lambert, gregory widen, highlander screenplay, highlander franchise, comics adaptation, entertainment, culture
## Highlander Returns
Titan Comics releases Highlander: The Original Screenplay #2 on January 6, adapting Gregory Widen's 1986 screenplay.
## Original Vision
Widen's first draft was darker and had altered character backstories, reflecting his original vision for the film.
## Comics History
Highlander comics history is short, with only one issue from a failed 2010s revival attempt.
## Darker Adaptation
The adaptation removes violence restrictions from films, allowing Widen to depict blood-soaked scenes.
## Upcoming Reboot
A Highlander reboot starring Henry Cavill is planned, but has no release date or shooting schedule.
## January Release
Highlander: The Original Screenplay #2 is available January 6 from Titan Comics.
## Key takeaway

Titan Comics releases Highlander: The Original Screenplay #2 on January 6, adapting Gregory Widen's 1986 screenplay with darker themes.