US publisher Dynamite Entertainment is running a Kickstarter campaign to publish Soo Lee‘s Wonderful Wizard of Oz graphic novel.
Delivering a beautiful, unrivalled interpretation of the original Wizard of Oz film, on offer is what Dynamite is successfully pitching the book, the art already completed, as “a once in a lifetime adaptation that delivers a timeless classic”, in the amazing artwork of a 21st century comics artist.
Soo Lee is an acclaimed comic book artist known for her evocative style and boundary-pushing storytelling, Renowned for her work with Marvel, DC, and indie publishers alike, she brings her signature blend of moody elegance and modern surrealism to The Wizard of Oz, reimagining the beloved 1939 film in a bold original graphic interpretation.
With a background steeped in both fine art and pop culture, Lee, best known for her work on House of Slay, Red Sonja, and more, infuses each panel with vivid emotion, intricate detail, and a distinctly cinematic atmosphere breathing fresh, electrifying life into this timeless tale.
“I’m not reinventing the wheel, but I’m adding my interpretation to the history of this legendary story,” she says. “I was allowed more pages to indulge in and take my time on certain scenes, so I took advantage of the comics medium, as well as added scenes that were deleted from the film. So there may be things some fans of the movie may not have known about! I wanted to really shine light on Dorothy and her friends’ relationships and emotions.”
The Wizard of Oz has captivated audiences for over 85 years, since its release in 1939. Its lush colour technology and art direction wowed moviegoers and remains stunning to this day. Around that same era, the comics and cartooning form was innovating the nascent “comic book” format and rapidly evolving styles. Now in 2025, these two mediums are celebrated together with this can’t-miss tome.
“In this spellbinding new work, Lee doesn’t just revisit the yellow brick road, she completely transforms it,” Dynamite enthuse of this 85th anniversary celebration of the landmark film. “Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion emerge with haunting beauty and depth, reinterpreted through a lens that fuses gothic whimsy, Eastern influences, and dark fantasy. The Land of Oz has never looked so alive or perilous.
“With lush watercolour textures, experimental panel layouts, and unexpected visual twists, Lee’s The Wizard of Oz invites readers to rediscover a classic story through an entirely new, dreamlike lens.”
Well known for her incredible atmospheric work, Soo Lee has taken every minute of the movie everyone grew up on and turned it into a masterpiece of the comics medium.
In addition to the book itself, this limited Kickstarter campaign, which has utterly smashed its target with 18 days to go, offers fans exclusive extras.
The four covers by top tier artists Soo Lee, Jae Lee, Alex Ross and Eric Shanower are also showcased and offered as high-quality lithograph prints at 11 by 17 inches on premium stock. Perfect for framing and displaying, Oz fans will want to consider these add-ons, especially if they don’t want to miss another piece of art they love and did not select for their copy of the book. The Soo Lee, Jae Lee, and Eric Shanower prints are also offered signed.
Founded in 2004, Dynamite publishes comics, games, and collectibles, including The Boys, Red Sonja, Vampirella, Elvira, Nancy Drew, Game of Thrones, Project Superpowers, Sweet Valley High, Army of Darkness, Evil Ernie, Green Hornet, Warlord of Mars and more. Dynamite has garnered awards and accolades working with talented creators Garth Ennis, Christopher Priest, Mark Russell, Gail Simone, Kelly Thompson, Neil Gaiman, Brandon Sanderson, Kevin Smith, Alex Ross, J. Scott Campbell, and rising stars.
• Check out Soo Lee’s Wonderful Wizard of Oz Graphic Novel from Dynamite Originals here on Kickstarter
Do be aware that unless you’re backing this project from the United States, postage is very high, through no fault of the publisher. They have provided cost guidance
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Working in British comics publishing since the 1980s, his credits include editor of titles such as Doctor Who Magazine and Overkill for Marvel UK, Babylon 5 Magazine, Star Trek Magazine, and its successor, Star Trek Explorer, and more. He also edited the comics anthology STRIP Magazine and edited several audio comics for ROK Comics; and has edited several comic collections and graphic novels, including volumes of “Charley’s War” and “Dan Dare”, and Hancock: The Lad Himself, by Stephen Walsh and Keith Page.
He’s the writer of comics such as Pilgrim: Secrets and Lies for B7 Comics; “Crucible”, a creator-owned project with 2000AD artist Smuzz; and “Death Duty” and “Skow Dogs”, with Dave Hailwood.
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