TOKYOPOP Licenses ALIEN STAGE Art Book for English Publication in 2026
The Characters, Settings, and Artwork of the Hit Korean Web Series Are Showcased in a Gorgeously Crafted Art Book Full of Behind-the-Scenes Content, Presented in English for the First Time
Introduction
Publisher and pioneering manga and anime media brand TOKYOPOP has announced that it has licensed the official ALIEN STAGE ART BOOK based on the hit sci-fi animated web series by South Korean creators. ALIEN STAGE presents a dystopian future where human contestants are raised as pets by aliens and forced to compete against each other in a deadly singing competition. The loser of each round is killed—often onstage and in front of the winner—adding an intense layer of tragic romance as the main characters, who have known each other since childhood, harbor secret feelings for one another.
Global Popularity and Release Details
The songs featured in ALIEN STAGE have received millions of streams on Spotify, and the web series has garnered millions of views and a dedicated fan following on YouTube. Scheduled for publication in 2026, the English edition of the ALIEN STAGE ART BOOK from TOKYOPOP explores every aspect of the series, including settings, characters, relationships, behind-the-scenes stories, and a wide range of production and concept art. Originally published by Dasan Books Co. Ltd. in Korea, this art book serves as the ultimate companion volume for fans of the series.
Statements from the Creators
“It has been very exciting to witness the global popularity of ALIEN STAGE continue to build, and the series has captivated legions of fans with its intense and intriguing storyline and multilayered characters,” says Producer KANG. “The ALIEN STAGE ART BOOK is the definitive companion book to the series and provides a trove of information, artwork, and insights. We are happy to partner with TOKYOPOP to bring this release to a burgeoning audience in North America and invite new fans to discover ALIEN STAGE.”
“ALIEN STAGE is a unique series that has captivated millions of fans and garnered a passionate and diverse audience eager to further explore its rich world and characters,” says Lena Atanassova, Editor-in-Chief at TOKYOPOP. “We’re thrilled to bring this gorgeous art book and all the exciting content within it to the English-speaking ALIEN STAGE fans.”
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