The Far Side Returns? Gary Larson Teases New Project with a Major Twist on His Iconic Comic

In an intriguing recent development, The Far Side creator Gary Larson hinted at a potential new project through a post that has since been deleted. Originally syndicated from 1980 to 1994, The Far Side has become one of the most cherished comic strips, celebrated for its quirky humor and playful depictions of animal life, particularly its iconic cartoon cows. This new tease raises questions: Is Larson reviving The Far Side brand, or is this the dawn of a fresh venture?

Tease of New Three-Panel Comic by Gary Larson

A Glimpse of Excitement: A Mysterious Announcement

Collage of Far Side Comics Showing a Cow, A Boy Pushing a Pull Door, and Native Americans

On TheFarSide.com, Larson shared a cryptic image that sparked curiosity. Within the ‘New Stuff’ section, he featured an image portraying three empty comic panels against a pure white background, punctuated with the text ‘Coming Soon…’ in a yellow caption box at the bottom of the final panel. The post was removed between January 21 and 23, implying that Larson may have reconsidered this creative direction or is preparing for a more elaborate announcement.

The standout element of this tease lies in the three-panel format, which diverges from The Far Side‘s traditional single-panel style. For most of its original run, only a few multi-panel comics were produced (examples of which can be seen in the image gallery below). This shift could signal that Larson is exploring a novel comic style—perhaps a reimagined The Far Side, or an entirely new concept. Given that Larson has been known to release multiple new comics sporadically without hints, this teaser hints at more than just a one-off comic strip.

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However, the deletion of the post raises several questions. The announcement was minimally circulated, owing largely to The Far Side‘s limited social media reach. This could suggest that Larson is searching for a more effective way to unveil the impending project. Alternatively, he may have reevaluated his approach, or the initial tease might have been meant to excite dedicated fans without a long-term commitment.

Given the lasting legacy and immense popularity of The Far Side, any fresh material from Gary Larson is certain to elicit excitement among enthusiasts. Fans are hopeful that this hints at new content, enriching the more than 4,000 beloved comics produced during its original run.

Source: TheFarSide.com

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