In one of the most haunting and imaginative episodes of Babylon 5, Neil Gaiman explores memory, mortality, and the thin veil between the living and the dead. Day of the Dead: A Babylon 5 Scriptbook presents Gaiman’s complete original script — including scenes that never made it to air — offering fans a rare look into the creative process behind a landmark moment in the series.
With an insightful introduction by creator J. Michael Straczynski, this volume reveals how the episode took shape, what changed along the way, and why it remains one of the show’s most unforgettable stories. Gaiman’s signature blend of wit, melancholy, and mythic resonance shines through every page, making this scriptbook both a behind‑the‑scenes treasure and a compelling read in its own right.
For longtime fans and new readers alike, this is a chance to revisit Babylon 5 through the eyes of one of fantasy’s most celebrated storytellers — and to experience the Day of the Dead as it was first envisioned.