DC Unveils All-Star Superman Audiobook with Full Cast

All-Star Superman, widely celebrated as one of the greatest Superman comics and ranking high on lists like IGN's Top 25, is set to captivate fans anew with its upcoming full-cast audiobook adaptation. DC and Penguin Random House have joined forces to bring this iconic tale to life in a fresh format, with Meghan Fitzmartin adapting the original work by Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely. The audiobook's cover features a new illustration by Quitely, showcased below:

Art by Frank Quitely. (Image Credit: DC/Penguin Random House)

Set in a universe where Superman faces his mortality after an overexposure to the sun, All-Star Superman is a standalone story that explores Kal-El's journey as he discloses his secret to Lois Lane and embarks on a series of heroic endeavors reminiscent of the 12 Labors of Hercules. The narrative culminates in a final confrontation with his nemesis, Lex Luthor.

The audiobook boasts 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, expressed 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 premiere of James Gunn's Superman film in theaters. This adaptation follows a previous animated movie version released in 2011, further cementing the story's enduring appeal across various media.