American Psycho is getting a comic book adaptation from publisher Sumerian, which will be based on the memorable 2000 film of the same name that starred Christian Bale as Patrick Bateman. The four-issue series is expected to release later this year, according to Deadline, with American Psycho #1 available in comic book stores and online as of October 11.
What To Know About the American Psycho Comics Adaptation
The adaptation will have a dual narrative, focusing on a different perspective of Bateman’s killing spree — with one notable twist. The other narrative reveals a “modern-day arc with surprising connections to the past.” It’s created as a sequel to the 2000 movie, which itself led to an unsuccessful and forgotten sequel.
The story puts the spotlight on “an all-new psychopath as social media-obsessed millennial, Charlie (Charlene) Carruthers, goes on a downward spiral filled with violence. Drug-fueled partying leads to bloodshed as Charlie leaves a trail of bodies on her way to discovering the truth about her dark nature.”
Michael Calero (Quested) is credited with the story. Piotr Kowalski (The Witcher) and Brad Simpson (Kong of Skull Island) are credited with the art and color, respectively.
