Mad Cave Studios children’s imprint Papercutz has announced an extension of its partnership with Disney to produce Disney Science in Comics, a line of middle grade graphic novels that teaches real science with iconic Disney characters.
Today, The Beat can reveal that Papercutz will launch four inaugural Disney Science in Comics titles in 2026, including Age of the Dinosaurs; Life in the Seas; Cities of Tomorrow; and Galaxies and Planets. A dedicated team of scientists has teamed up with the creators to blend accurate concepts with character-driven tales.
See below for details on the first Disney Science in Comics titles, and stay tuned for more from Papercutz.
Disney Science in Comics: Age of the Dinosaurs
Story: Professor Stefano Broccoli, Dr. AnneMarie P. Thomas, Andrea Vico, Professor Zhangjun Wang, Jacopo Olivieri
Art: Massimo Asaro, Emilio Urbano
Inks: Sara Storino, Letizia Algeri, Benedetta Barone, Marco Forcelloni, Andrea Greppi, Marino Gentile, Marino Palazzolo
Colors: Watermark Studio, Massimo Rocca, MAAW Studio, Studio Kawaii
Letters: Studio RAM
ISBN: 978-1-5458-2-6461 (HC); 978-1-5458-2-6454 (PB)
On Sale: May 26
The mighty dinosaurs went extinct 66 million years ago…but Rex won’t stand for it! Lucky for him, in his investigation into the origins and end of his kin, he can count on the support of wise Trixie and on Forky’s help. Once their quest for explanations begins, the three toys will find out more than they bargained for!
Disney Science in Comics: Life in the Seas
Story: Dr. Francesca De Filippi, Dr. Chiara Anzolini, Prof. Fabio Fracas, Dr. AnnMarie P. Thomas, Andrea Vico, Dr. Qin Zhang, Jacopo Olivieri
Art: Benedetta Barone, Marino Gentile, Andrea Greppi, Emilio Urbano
Inks: Sara Storino, Andrea Greppi, Marco Palazzolo, Manuela Razzi
Colors: Watermark Studio
Letters: Studio RAM
ISBN: 978-1-5458-2-6812 (HC); 978-1-5458-2-6805 (PB)
On Sale: June 3
While on a school trip to the Great Barrier Reef, Nemo, Marlin, Dory, and their friends make a terrible discovery: the oceans are in danger! Why is coral bleaching? Do plastics and global warming affect marine life? And can this be stopped? There’s no time to lose, and our heroes set off on a long journey to find answers. Join them and you’ll find out how we can help the oceans!
Disney Science in Comics: Cities of Tomorrow
Story: Dr. Edwige Pezzulli, Dr. AnnMarie P. Thomas, Andrea Vico, Prof. Zhangjun Wang, Tea Orsi
Art: Gianfranco Florio
Inks: Alberto Zanon, Roberta Zanotta, Cristina Stella
Colors: Watermark Studio, Lucio De Giuseppe, Studio Kawaii
Letters: Studio RAM
ISBN: 978-1-5458-2-7123 (HC); 978-1-5458-2-7116 (PB)
On Sale: July 7
Who would ever believe that, of all places, something bad could happen in Bunnyburrow? When she realizes that something is wrong with her father Stu’s crops, Agent Judy Hopps, along with her inseparable partner Nick Wilde, is determined to find out what’s going on! The duo’s investigation will unfold through the most modern and advanced buildings and the metropolitan districts of Zootopia. Will they be able to solve the case? Read on to find out!
Disney Science in Comics: Galaxies and Planets
Story: Dr. Edwige Pezzulli, Dr. AnnMarie P. Thomas, Andrea Vico, Prof. Zhangjun Wang, Tea Orsi
Art: Gianfranco Florio
Inks: Alberto Zanon, Roberta Zanotta, Cristina Stella
Colors: Watermark Studio, Lucio De Giuseppe, Studio Kawaii
Letterer: Studio RAM
ISBN: 978-1-5458-2-7420 (HC); 978-1-5458-2-7413 (PB)
On Sale: August 4
Menaces from outer space are threatening life in San Fransokyo, and the Big Hero 6 team needs to jump into action! Will our superheroes be strong enough to fight new villains and the forces of space? And will they find out if aliens really exist? Join them in these adventures, and you will explore the wonders of the universe with its galaxies and planets!
All Disney Science in Comics titles will be available in hardcover for $19.99 and in paperback for $29.99, wherever books are sold.
