Red Hulkis set to star in a new ongoing series, the first ever for the character, spinning out of Marvel’sOne World Under Doomstorytelling event –with the arrival of the debut issue on shelves timed to coincide with the February release ofCaptain America: Brave New World, whichbrings the character into the MCU.
Marvel announcedRed Hulk– written by Benjamin Percy, with art by Geoff Shaw – which will give the character an exciting role to play inOne World Under Doom, as Doctor Doom imprisons “Thunderbolt” Ross as part of his takeover of the planet.
The series will be preceded by a back-up story coming in this month’sIncredible Hulk#19, Hulk’s 800th milestone issue, which will set the stage for Red Hulk and Doom’s conflict, a story which,according to author Benjamin Percy, “does not give [readers] a second to breathe.”
Red Hulk Returns In An Ongoing Solo Series, Pitting The Character Against Doctor Doom
Red Hulk#1 – Written By Benjamin Percy; Art By Geoff Shaw; Available July 16, 2025 From Marvel Comics
Earlier this year,Doctor Doom assumed the Sorcerer Suprememantle from Doctor Strange as the world is ending during the “Blood Hunt” saga. As Doom uses his newfound power to reshape the world in his image under the guise of becoming Marvel’s newest hero, he seeks to take the Marvel Universe by force withtheOne World Under Doomevent. A solicit summary forRed Hulkfrom Marvel reveals what readers can expect, and where “Thunderbolt” Ross plays a role in all of this:
RED HULK kicks off when Doctor Doom imprisons Ross in Latveria in order to exploit his military expertise. Ross’ only hope of escape is unleashing Red Hulk’s strength like never before and leading an assault on Doom’s Kingdom from the inside! For a taste of what’s in store, check out a special prelude story by Percy and Shaw later this month in INCREDIBLE HULK #19, the milestone 800th issue of Hulk.
Thunderbolt Ross – in a cell deep below the ground – is a prisoner of Doctor Doom and he is not alone. Brilliant military, criminal and political minds have been gathered against their will in a prison complex that serves as a “think tank” to help carry out Doom’s plan for global domination. But the Red Hulk has other plans! Guest starring Machine Man, Deathlok and more!
As it turns out, Ross is just one of many political leaders that Doom seeks to abduct in order to better his chances at taking over the world. Doom captures Thunderbolt specifically to use his military knowledge against the world, meaningthe only way for Ross to save himself and other prisoners will be to unleash the long-dormant Red Hulk upon the Latveria ruler.Percy was asked for commentby Marvel and said this:
When I learned about the One World Under Doom event, my mind immediately went to Thunderbolt Ross. A global takeover would not be tolerated by a man who bleeds red, white, and blue (but especiallyred). And his experience—as a soldier in the field, as a military strategist in the war room, as a walking weapon of mass destruction—would make him someone Doom would target well before he made his move.
So I proposed a story in which Ross would be kidnapped by Doom and forced into a ‘Think Tank’ prison in which he would test out various war-time scenarios. That’s where we begin: in a book that does not give you a second to breathe. It moves and moves and moves with constant action and tension.
Geoff Shaw is a brilliant and brutal artist who I worked with on the Wolverine/Ghost Rider crossover: WEAPONS OF VENGEANCE. We planned this not just as an action showpiece, but as a war book. Get ready for a Hulk-sized assault on the senses.
In all, Percy’s comments suggest the newRed Hulkseries will be a non-stop thrill ride.
The New Red Hulk Series Is Set To Be Unlike Anything The Character Has Done Before
Red Hulk#1 – Main Cover By Geoff Shaw; Variant Covers By Adam Kubert, Todd Nauck, John Romita Jr, & More TBA
Red Hulkartist Geoff Shaw had this to say about the series.
Hulk has always been my favorite Marvel character, so to play in this gamma irradiated sand box has been a dream come true. Add Doctor Doom to the mix, arguably the villain-of-all-villains, and artistically it’s an embarrassment of riches. We’re going to rock your red socks off!
Meanwhile, Marvel editor Mark Paniccia offered this tease for the series:
In INCREDIBLE HULK #19, we’ll discover Ross has been operating dangerous covert missions across the globe in the name of national security. From this point on, Ben and Geoff bring intrigue and mystery paired with pulse-pounding action and shocking moments never letting their foot off the gas!
When he was first rebranded as a full-blown, monstrous anti-hero, it was a bold move for Thunderbolt Ross after playing supporting character for years to Bruce Banner’s antics. However, Red Hulk proved to be the most captivating addition to Ross, adding layers to an already interesting authority figure;by proxy, a new series should mean a return to form for the character.
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For audiences eagerly readingRed Hulk’s best comicsin anticipation for his MCU debut, the newRed Hulkseries will be a brand-new, exciting, and violent chapter in the character’s history, one which will set an impressive precedent for how the character can be used, and what his on-screen role can be in the wider Marvel Cinematic Universe.Red Hulkis immediately one of the most highly anticipated Marvel series of the new year, and will be a perfect tie-in to the character’s cinematic debut.
Captain America: Brave New World
Cast
Captain America: Brave New World (formerly titledNew World Order)marks Sam Wilson’s first MCU big-screen appearance as Steve Rogers' successor after receiving the suit and shield in Phase 4’s The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Anthony Mackie returns as the titular Avenger alongside Danny Ramirez as Joaquin Torres, Carl Lumby as Isaiah Bradley, and Tim Blake Nelson as The Incredible Hulk’s former ally Samuel Sterns. Harrison Ford makes his MCU debut replacing the late William Hurt as Thaddeus Ross.After meeting President Thaddeus Ross, Sam is caught in a global crisis. He must expose the mastermind behind a sinister plot before the world descends into turmoil. Captain America: Brave New World marks the big-screen debut of Sam Wilson as Captain America, and Harrison Ford makes his MCU debut, replacing the late William Hurt as Thaddeus Ross.
