Coppola's Megalopolis Expands to Graphic Novel: 'A Sibling, Not Just An Echo'

In 2024, no movie sparked as much debate and division as Francis Ford Coppola’s *Megalopolis*. This bold, unique, and, to some, bizarre epic became the talk of the town immediately after its premiere at the previous year’s Cannes Film Festival. As the year unfolded, the film garnered both fervent praise and sharp criticism. Now, the visionary filmmaker is set to present the story in a new light, as *Megalopolis* is being transformed into a graphic novel.

Titled *Francis Ford Coppola’s Megalopolis: An Original Graphic Novel*, the book is slated for release in October by Abrams ComicArts, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter. The adaptation will be penned by Chris Ryall, renowned for his adaptations of works by genre giants such as Stephen King, Harlan Ellison, and Clive Barker. The illustrations will be crafted by Jacob Phillips, known for his contributions to *Newburn* and *That Texas Blood*.

“I was pleased to entrust the concept of a graphic novel to the skilled hands of Chris Ryall. My vision was for the graphic novel to be inspired by my film *Megalopolis* yet not confined by it. I wanted it to soar on its own, with its own artists and writer, becoming a sibling rather than just an echo of the film,” Coppola shared in a statement to the outlet.

“That’s exactly what Chris, Jacob Phillips, and the team at Abrams ComicArts have achieved. This confirms my belief that art should never be constrained but should always exist as a parallel expression, enriching the array of offerings for our patrons, audiences, and readers.”

*Megalopolis* follows the journey of a forward-thinking architect, portrayed by Adam Driver, who believes it is his destiny to construct a modern utopian city. His ambitious plans to transform New Rome into Megalopolis, however, clash with the city’s mayor, played by Giancarlo Esposito, who is determined to thwart his vision. This narrative unfolds as a modern-day Roman fable.

While the film is not currently available for streaming, it can be rented or purchased from various movie platforms.