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Blues Brothers Expanded Universe Kicks Off With Graphic Novel Release

The Blues Brothers: The Escape of Joliet Jake, a graphic novel sequel to the 1980 cult classic, launches October 2025 as the first step in a multimedia revival led by Dan Aykroyd’s family and Judy Belushi-Pisano’s estate.

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Overview

  • The graphic novel, co-written by Stella Aykroyd, Luke Pisano, and James Werner, will be published by Z2 Comics with illustrations by Felipe Sobriero.
  • Dan Aykroyd, co-creator of the Blues Brothers, is overseeing the project and has contributed a foreword to the book.
  • The book is described as a 'love letter and sequel' to the original Blues Brothers film, blending humor, music, and action in a comic format.
  • This project marks the beginning of a planned Blues Brothers expanded universe, with future developments in TV, film, live events, and music under consideration.
  • The graphic novel is dedicated to Judy Belushi-Pisano, who preserved and expanded the Blues Brothers legacy for over 40 years before her passing in 2024.