One of the most iconic for DC’s iconic hero. Now, All-Star Superman, the 12-issue maxiseries that redefined the Man of Steel for a generation of fans, is getting a new audiobook adaptation.

to adapt Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely's classic and fan-favorite story, All-Star Superman, as an audiobook. Writer Meghan Fitzmartin is adapting the story to the new format while Quitely returns to provide cover art for the audiobook.

All-Star Superman's adaptation will adapt the entire 12-issue run and feature a full cast of 25 voices, including Marc Thompson voicing the Big Blue Boy Scout, Kristen Sieh as Lois Lane, Brandon McInnis as Jimmy Olsen, Ray Porter as Jor-El, and Christopher Smith as Superman's nemesis, Lex Luthor.

All-Star Superman Returns as An Audio Drama

DC and Penguin Random House Audio Unite for a Modern Superhero Classic

All-Star Superman was created by Morrison and Quitely as part of DC’s All-Star line. Set in its own continuity, the series follows Superman, who discovers that he’s dying after absorbing an incredible amount of solar radiation. With time running out, Superman embarks on a quest to complete twelve labors to increase the quality of life for everyone before he succumbs to his fate. It’s a story that’s widely regarded as one of the best modern Superman comics and has inspired an entire generation of creators. James Gunn even cited the comic as a major influence on his Superman reboot.

It’s no surprise that DC Comics is bringing this iconic story back. DC has really been pushing audio adaptations lately, most recently with DC High Volume: Batman’s adaptations of storylines such as Batman: Year One and The Long Halloween. But aside from that, All-Star Superman is getting this treatment because it’s still the Summer of Superman, and DC is firing on all cylinders to promote its iconic character ahead of his new cinematic adventure. Whether one has read All-Star Superman dozens of times or never at all, this audiobook is coming out at the perfect time for all audiences.

All-Star Superman's Audiobook is Coming Out at the Perfect Time

Every Fan Craving More Superman Will Have the Best Story Easily Available

While DC has made a lot of efforts to get All-Star Superman in the hands of more readers with its new compact editions, the truth is audio dramas are far more accessible and less intimidating for new fans than comics. And with the film likely to get thousands of people interested in the Man of Steel, it only makes good sense to make sure his best story is heard by all. By the time the movie comes out, this audiobook will be waiting to show fans what else is special about Superman.

All-Star Superman is available on June 24th from DC and Penguin Random House Audio.

Source: DC