Dynamite lands 'Vampirella' licence

Dynamite Entertainment has acquired the publishing rights to Vampirella.

The firm agreed to purchase the licence from Harris Publications, who launched a special one-shot to mark the character's 40th anniversary last year.

"Vampirella is one of the most well-known and longest-running comic characters in the history of the business," said Dynamite president Nick Barrucci.

"Outside of Marvel and DC characters, very few comics characters that debuted in the '60s still resonate with fans today. Our acquisition of this iconic brand is another step in Dynamite's exciting growth and builds on the ongoing success of our line."

Harris president Stanley Harris added: "I am incredibly pleased to be passing the stewardship of Vampirella on to Dynamite. Dynamite has proven to be one of the premiere publishers in the comic book industry, and Vampirella couldn't be in better and more caring hands."

Vampirella debuted in 1969 as a horror story hostess in Vampirella #1. After being revamped as a protagonist, the character has featured in books by Warren Publishing and Manga as well as several dual company crossovers.

Dynamite is expected to unveil its plans for the character soon.