All-Star Superman, frequently hailed as one of the greatest Superman comics ever (including on IGN's Top 25 list), is set to captivate fans once again through a new medium. DC and Penguin Random House are collaborating to bring this iconic story to life as a full-cast audiobook.
The adaptation is being crafted by Meghan Fitzmartin, based on the original work by Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely. Quitely has contributed a fresh illustration for the audiobook's cover, which is displayed below:
Art by Frank Quitely. (Image Credit: DC/Penguin Random House)
All-Star Superman is a standalone narrative that unfolds in a universe where Superman faces his mortality after overexposure to solar radiation. The storyline follows Kal-El as he shares his secret identity with Lois Lane, embarks on a series of heroic trials akin to the 12 Labors of Hercules, and ultimately confronts his nemesis, Lex Luthor, one final time.
The audiobook features an impressive cast, including:
- Marc Thompson as Superman/Clark Kent & Zibarro
- Kristen Sieh as Lois Lane
- Christopher Smith as Lex Luthor
- Sean Kenin Elias-Reyes as Bizarro & Atlas
- Brandon McInnis as Jimmy Olsen
- Matthew Amendt as Leo Quintum
- Ray Porter as Jor-El
- Jessica Almasy as Nasthalthia Luthor
- Pete Bradbury as Perry White
- Scott Brick as Bar-El
- Brennan Brown as Steve Lombard
- Will Damron as Leader of the Superman Squad
- Lauren Ezzo as Lana Lang
- Robert Fass as Pa Kent
- James Fouhey as Pete Ross
- Todd Haberkorn as Klyzyzk Klzntplkz
- Neil Hellegers as General Lane
- Dominic Hoffman as Judge Morris
- Đavid Lee Huỳnh as Kal Kent
- Joshua Kane as Samson
- January LaVoy as Agatha
- Saskia Maarleveld as Lilo
- Salli Saffioti as Ma Kent
- Catherine Taber as Cat Grant
- Oliver Wyman as Parasite
Anne DePies, SVP and general manager of DC, shared her enthusiasm about the project, stating, "As DC continues to connect with a wider audience of fans through innovative, accessible, and high-quality adaptations of our cornerstone Superman narratives, partnering with Penguin Random House Audio to adapt the classic DC comic book All-Star Superman will continue to expand our commitment to reach a broader fan base. With the All-Star Superman audiobook, we aim to provide an ideal entry point for newcomers to the Superman legacy while also drawing them into our rich literature. At the same time, we’re capturing the imaginations of longtime fans, podcast lovers, and audiobook aficionados by offering direct adaptations that faithfully bring their beloved stories to life."
The All-Star Superman audiobook is slated for release on June 24, 2025, just one month before the theatrical release of James Gunn's Superman.
Previously, All-Star Superman was adapted into an animated film in 2011.
