Tintin’s Rocket: A Graphic Legend

It is impossible to talk about the world of Tintin without thinking of his legendary red and white checkered rocket, which holds a special place both in the collective imagination and in Hergé’s career.

Why does it have such an aura? Because it quickly became the ultimate symbol of adventure, innovation and anticipation. It is also the most accomplished expression of Hergé’s futuristic – and meticulously researched – vision, at a time when the space race was, after all, only just beginning.

Somewhere between artistic invention and scientific speculation, this remarkable fictional machine also reflects a commitment to accuracy rarely seen in comic strips of the time: documentary research, technical references, scale models, and so on. All these elements have shaped its credibility and fuelled its timeless modernity..

Tintin.com invites you to (re)discover the fascinating story of its creation through an exclusive video. Make yourself comfortable and let yourself be swept away on this journey where science, fiction and adventure intertwine.