Imagine this: It’s a bird… it’s a plane… nope, it’s a feisty Ghost-Poison Pokémon with a giant tongue taking on the role of Superman! DC Comics has just announced a fresh, audibly-charged adaptation of Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely’s legendary All-Star Superman. And here’s where it gets extra wild: the story is being retold as a fully cast audiobook, headlined by none other than the prolific voiceover artist Marc Thompson. You might remember him from voicing Thrawn in Star Wars audiobooks or giving life to Gengar on Pokémon Journeys. Now, he brings all that character to the Man of Steel—expect him to grunt, grumble, and maybe share a reflective sigh about his own mortality.
A Twist on a Classic Tale In this adaptation, Thompson doesn’t just wield Superman’s heroic dialogue; he also channels Zibarro—yes, Bizarro with a brain! This equally intriguing twist is matched with an ensemble cast featuring Kristen Sieh as Lois Lane, Christopher Smith stepping into Lex Luthor’s skin, Brandon McInnis as Jimmy Olsen, and Ray Porter as Jor‑El. With 25 actors in total, the recording promises a rich, immersive experience complete with an original score and meticulously crafted sound effects. It’s like sitting in a theater where every whisper, every thought, and every epic clash resonates right in your soul.
A Tribute to a Timeless Classic All-Star Superman isn’t just any comic—it’s a revered piece of art that’s inspired filmmakers like James Gunn for his upcoming Superman feature film. Adapted for the audio realm by Meghan Fitzmartin, this version takes listeners on a deep dive into the characters’ inner thoughts. Picture hearing Zibarro battling with his uniqueness, Lex Luthor’s imperious plotting, and Superman’s own reflective rumination on life’s weighty questions. According to Lance Fitzgerald, DC’s SVP of Content and Business Development, “I’ve been a fan of All-Star Superman since its initial publication 20 years ago, and we’re thrilled to work with DC to adapt Morrison and Quitely’s extraordinary vision in a fresh way unique to the audiobook.” Talk about an intimate, behind-the-scenes look into the psyches of some of DC’s most iconic figures!
Why You Should Listen Need an excuse to dust off your headphones and indulge in a gripping superhero saga? This audiobook adaptation doesn’t just rehash the original 12-issue run—it dives deeper into the psychological landscape, making every hero, villain, and in-between more compelling than ever. It’s not every day that you get to experience a narrative where the voice of Gengar morphs into the heart of Superman, breathing new life into a timeless story.
Mark Your Calendars For all you die-hard comic and superhero fans, the audiobook of All-Star Superman lands on June 24. So, curl up in your favorite chair, throw on a pair of oversized headphones, and prepare to lose yourself in an adaptation that truly listens to its characters.
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