Milk Run #1
Illustrated by: Jarret Katz
Written by: Bryan Reheil
Scout Comics
2024
*A whole lot of spoilers..
Fans of Back to the Future and Minority Report will love this new 3 issue series!
Zack Morgan has a simple life: he works from home, has a nice apartment, loves living in Philadelphia, and can also create a magical portal that lets him travel through time up to ten years into the past. What seemed like a blessing quickly turned into just another part of his mundane life, becoming a way for Zack to save money on groceries by jumping to the past to pick up his milk, eggs, and other necessities. That all changes when a true crime podcast shines a light on a mystery he’s wondered about for a long time: an unsolved murder he knows his powers can help solve if he just stopped thinking about himself for once.
If you’re into stories that mix sci-fi with some detective work, Milk Run #1 from Scout Comics might be your next favorite series. Written by Bryan Reheil and brought to life by Jarret Katz’s artwork, this three-issue comic mixes everyday life with the extraordinary in a way that feels both entertaining and relatable.
The story introduces us to Zack Morgan, a guy with a pretty average life in Philadelphia. He works from home, has a decent apartment, and—oh yeah—he can travel back in time up to ten years. But there’s a catch: he can only stay in the past for 24 hours, and once a specific moment hits the ten-year mark, it’s gone for good. For the most part, Zack’s been using this ability for, well, pretty boring stuff—like saving money on groceries. That all changes when a true crime podcast piques his interest in an unsolved murder he can’t stop thinking about.
The pacing of this first issue really worked for me. It takes its time setting up Zack’s character, balancing his sarcasm and everyday struggles with the much bigger implications of his powers. Without feeling rushed, the story starts to shift gears as Zack decides to use his ability for something meaningful. We also meet Benny, a kid Zack mentors, whose backstory ties directly into the murder mystery. When Zack realizes Benny’s parents were the victims of that crime a decade ago, the stakes get a whole lot more personal.
Katz’s artwork fits the mood of the story perfectly. It moves between Zack’s routine and the more fantastical time travel elements in a way that makes both sides of his life feel grounded. The dialogue doesn’t feel forced, which is a big plus, and the ending leaves you wanting to see what Zack does next.
If you’re a fan of stories like Back to the Future or Minority Report, this comic taps into similar vibes, but with its own unique twist. I’m definitely hooked and plan to follow this series through to the end. Milk Run #1 kicks things off in a way that’s intriguing without overloading you with information, making it easy to dive into even if you’re new to this kind of story.
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