The Greatest American Hero is returning next week at the San Diego Comic-Con … look for an interview with series creator Stephen J. Cannell and actor William Katt on Newsarama next week for more information. Until then, you can check out a video teaser and press release after the jump …
“Greatest American Hero” Franchise Reborn at Comic-Con 2008
Join the original cast of the “Greatest American Hero” television series on Thursday, July 24 at 12:30-1:30pm in Room 7AB at the 2008 Comic-Con Convention in San Diego. After twenty-five years, this beloved cult series is being re-introduced to the world as a comic book series. In addition, two special announcements will be made regarding the resurrection of the “Greatest American Hero” franchise.
A videotaped introduction from the show’s legendary creator STEPHEN J. CANNELL, who has remarked that “The Greatest American Hero” is his best-selling series of all time, kicks off the panel.
Panelists include the original stars:
**WILLIAM KATT
**CONNIE SELLECCA
**ROBERT CULP
**DENNIS “DANGER” MADALONE -StuntmanThe Panel will be hosted by Pulp Secret stars Justin Tyler, Pete LePage and Alex Zalben from the comic book show “The Stack.”
Also in attendance will be Christopher Folino, director of the motion picture “Gamers”; Derek McCaw, editor of Fanboy Planet; and Arcana Studios’ Sean O’Reilly (“The Clockwork Girl”) and artist Clint Hilinski (The Justice League) All four are collaborating with William Katt to create the new comic book series. And artist Clint A moderated Q&A will be followed by questions open to the floor.
July 19th, 2008 at 9:16 pm
Possible to make this not play automatically?
Thanks for the info!
July 20th, 2008 at 8:50 am
That’s cool, wish I was in attendance.
I met William Katt at one of the Motor City Comic Cons, he was a real nice guy!
I’ve always heard that GAH was one of the properties due for a movie…that must be the announcement.
G.
July 20th, 2008 at 9:44 am
A GAH COMIC BOOK!!! HOW COOL IS THAT?!!!
Wm Katt is a super guy! I met him in Mass!
Here is a Q$A I filmed.
http://youtube.com/watch?v=Conasv10AdM
pt 1. there are 4 parts.
and something nice he did for me…
http://youtube.com/watch?v=lG67wBad5CM
and for your amusement…
http://youtube.com/watch?v=RGQJSrg1TVA
July 20th, 2008 at 10:07 am
This is going to be epic! I”m so excited I can’t think straight!
July 20th, 2008 at 10:23 am
Hmmm, an updated version of the classic TV series could be quite interesting, just as long as Katt, Selleca, and Culp all have substantial roles in it. Maybe it could be GAH: The Next Generation with Ralph’s kid in the suit? Just as long as the CW or SciFi don’t get their claws in it–we don’t want it to turn into another 90210 with superheroes deal, like Smallville, Birds of Prey, and Flash Gordon. All of those would’ve been excellent shows if they’d stuck with the original source material and abandoned the teen angst…
July 20th, 2008 at 10:29 am
I’ve got the first season on DVD, and man, do they have their work cut out for them. Actually, it might be easier, being that they’re not restricted to Ralph only being in the suit for the last five minutes of the show in order to save on the budget.
July 20th, 2008 at 2:36 pm
Yeah, I got the first season on DVD too, and it really dates badly. I loved this show as a kid and I was super excited to see the DVDs, but I can’t watch it. The hair, clothing, and topical jokes are pretty thick, unlike I Spy, an even older show that I think holds up well. The main problem was the teenagers that Hinkley taught, they weren’t the best actors and everything they say sounds like a cliche now. I’d forgotten just how much of them was in the show.
I really hope an update can be done well.
July 20th, 2008 at 2:59 pm
“And artist Clint A moderated Q&A will be followed by questions open to the floor.”
Anyone care to translate?
July 21st, 2008 at 6:59 am
Robert Culp’s alive?!
Anyway, I wish I could be in San Diego to see the look on their faces! What a come down for Sellecca! Next stop: Tahiti Village ads!
July 21st, 2008 at 9:24 am
“What a come down for Sellecca!”
From what? What has she been doing lately other than inspiring John Tesh to write more new age music?
I’m blindly assuming this is reference to the new comic book, no? I recall reading a week or two back that Bill Katt was going to co-write or be in some way connected to the book.
It would certainly explain why he was willing to don the togs for the Nick at Nite TV Awards.
July 21st, 2008 at 10:33 am
Yes, I would assume it’s referring to a new comic book. It’s definitely a step in the right direction for those who are fans of the show. There was a lot of potential for “GAH,” but ABC really didn’t understand it when they wanted Ralph crashing into walls and such instead of the more character-oriented stories of particularly the first two seasons.
Plus, this isn’t a come down for Connie, she has done the occasional movie was well as tout her cosmetic line. She does very well in her own regard, as have Culp and Katt.
And - Culp is very much alive at nearly 78. Plus, he still acts fairly regularly on TV. One of his more recent endeavors was “Everybody Loves Raymond.”
July 21st, 2008 at 1:29 pm
Believe it or not, George isn’t at home…
July 21st, 2008 at 5:30 pm
Culp even lent his voice to a recent GAH parody on Robot Chicken.
I’m very curious about the comic. I’m having trouble picturing what the Greatest American Hero would look like with modern hair.
July 21st, 2008 at 8:18 pm
I had read back in 2000, that there were plans in the works for a movie based on the series with Adam Sandler in the title roll. Hopefully, that would happen as opposed to Will Farrel or John”I look like someone you find on a sex offenders’ list.” Rielly.
July 21st, 2008 at 8:51 pm
I still love the theme song lol
July 21st, 2008 at 10:02 pm
I’m all kinds of pumped for the idea of a GREATEST AMERICAN HERO comic book series. Hell, I want to write the thing!
Yes, the original TV series looks pretty dated (as do most shows from that time period), but the banter and chemistry of Katt, Culp and Selleca is still surprisingly sharp. As a child growing up in the early ’80s, I watched a lot of bad TV and despite the series’ flaws, THE GREATEST AMERICAN HERO managed to provide something different, entertaining and yes, fun.
Believe it or not.
July 22nd, 2008 at 12:30 am
I Loved This Show!!!!!! I made my dad sit through this show and Buck Rogers, he’s still pissed. Good Luck With The Series Sean. This could be fun!!!!! Now everyone sing!
Believe it or not… it’s just me! Jazan Wild
July 22nd, 2008 at 8:39 pm
This is too awesome! I seriously hope someone can record the festivities & post them for those of us who can’t make it.
August 3rd, 2008 at 12:52 pm
W O W. . This is just to great . . Believe it or Not! ! I can’t believe it myself. .
With Sean O’Reilly involved this can only mean this series will be first class all the way, and extremely professional. TRULY AWESOME.
Awaiting more updates.