That’s not the case for the upcoming comic.

Like film, comics are a specific medium with strengths and weaknesses compared to other forms of art.

And in this case,Megalopolishas a lot to gain from a graphic novel reimagining.

Megalopolis 2024 New Film Poster

AMegalopolisgraphic novel sees Coppola’s vision come home to the medium that can serve it best.

The graphic novel is a new way for fans of the movie to experience a story they already loved.

However,Megalopolisis doing something different.

Guillermo Del Toro, Spike Lee & More React To Francis Ford Coppola’s Megalopolis

Thats what I feel Chris, Jacob Phillips and the team at Abrams ComicArts have accomplished.

One example is theFireflyfranchise.

However, the franchise survives through graphic novel continuations.

megalopolis comic cover art

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Fireflysequels likeBrand New ‘Verseand prequels likeFirefly: Malcolm Reynolds Year Oneare available now from BOOM!

In addition, Dark Horse Comics has its ownFireflyexpansive comics, likeLeaves on the WindandNo Power in The ‘Verse.

However, even here,Megalopolisis unique.

Collage of Adam Driver in Megalopolis and Robert De Niro in Raging Bull

WhileMegalopoliswasn’t received well, there’s no denying that Francis Ford Coppola’s concept is ambitious and creative.

Francis Ford Coppola’s Megalopolis has a unique live interaction scene available in some showings.

Here’s what we know and how you might see it.

Custom image of Megalopolis

Megalopolisisn’t just an opportunity to remake something that was widely panned, but toreimagineMegalopolisin a new way.

Megalopolis: An Original Graphic Novelwill be available from Abrams Books starting October 2025.

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Caesar Catalina (Adam Driver) on top of the Chrysler Building during a sunset in NY in Megalopolis

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Adam Driver in Megalopolis

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