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All-Star Superman is a 2005 comic series by Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely, widely celebrated as a definitive, modern masterpiece of the superhero genre.
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How many issues of All-Star Superman were published?
The series ran for exactly 12 issues, published by DC Comics starting in 2005. The creative team of writer Grant Morrison and artist Frank Quitely finished the run in 2008.
What is the main plot of All-Star Superman?
The story centers on Superman being given a fatal diagnosis of radiation poisoning after being tricked by Lex Luthor into overexposing himself to the sun. With his remaining time, Superman attempts to complete his final tasks and ensure the safety of Earth before he dies.
Does All-Star Superman take place in the main DC continuity?
No, it is set in an alternate, self-contained universe outside of the main DC continuity, much like the rest of the All-Star imprint. This allowed Grant Morrison the creative freedom to craft a timeless, mythic version of Superman without worrying about ongoing crossover events.
Was there an animated movie based on All-Star Superman?
Yes, DC Universe Animated Original Movies released a direct-to-video animated adaptation in 2011. The film starred James Denton as the voice of Superman and Anthony LaPaglia as Lex Luthor.
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