Kevin Smith Brings His Writing Talent to “Bizarro: Year None” at DC Comics, 2026 Release

Hold onto your capes, folks, because the comic book world is about to get a whole lot weirder. The Silent Bob actor himself, Kevin Smith, will pen the script. DC Comics has just dropped the bombshell that sounds like it was cooked up in a fever dream – or perhaps just a really fun writers’ room. The publisher announced a brand new, four-issue limited series titled “Bizarro: Year None.” It’s perfect that somebody who created the Askewniverse is involved with this project.

Kevin Smith is Joined by Eric Carrasco and Nick Pitarra

Smith isn’t flying solo on this bizarre adventure (pun absolutely intended). Per DC, he’s teaming up with writer Eric Carrasco (“Supergirl”) and artist Nick Pitarra (“The Manhattan Projects”) to tell what they are calling the “definitive, indefinitive” origin of Superman’s most confused antagonist. That tracks. If that description hurts your brain a little, don’t worry; that’s just the backward logic setting in.

A “Bizarro” Twist on the Classic Origin Tale

The comic hero (or anti-hero) has always been the odd duck of the Superman rogues’ gallery. He’s not calculated like Lex Luthor or terrifying like Doomsday. He’s just… backwards. And DC Comics knows exactly who they are dealing with. In a press release that proves someone over in marketing deserves a raise (or a nap), the character himself was quoted saying, “Me am NOT excited for new comic! ‘Bizarro: Year None’ am worst thing to happen!”

If our hero (antihero?) hates it, that means we’re supposed to love it, right? That’s usually how the backwards-speak works, unless he’s double-bluffing us, in which case we need a flowchart to figure this out. That could get complicated. 

The plot actually sounds like a blast. Instead of focusing solely on the big blue boy scout, the series follows the Daily Planet’s dynamic duo, Perry White and Jimmy Olsen. Because who needs Clark Kent when you have his boss and his best pal? The pair reportedly leave Metropolis for an investigation that takes them into deep space, eventually landing them in a dimension that is an unsettling mirror of their home city.

Why Kevin Smith is the Perfect Choice for Bizarro

Whatever you may think of the Silent Bob portrayer, Smith knows his comic book history. He’s a guy who named his daughter Harley Quinn, for cryin’ out loud. While his film career has had its ups and downs (yeah, we see you, “Yoga Hosers”), his comic runs, particularly his writing on both “Green Arrow” and “Daredevil,” are genuinely revered.

The actor/writer/producer has a knack for dialogue and a deep appreciation for the absurd, both of which are essential ingredients for a great story. This character thrives on chaos and humor. You can’t write a serious, gritty drama about a guy who says “Hello” when he leaves the room. You need someone who can lean into the camp while still delivering a story with heart. Teaming him with Carrasco, who understands the Super-family dynamics from his TV work, and Pitarra, whose art style is delightfully detailed and expressive, feels like a winning formula.

What Fans Can Expect from DC Comics in 2026

The premise of “Bizarro: Year None” raises some interesting questions. In this warped reality Perry and Jimmy discover, the citizens apparently worship the Daily Planet as an “article of faith.” It’s a satirical jab at media consumption or perhaps just a funny plot device, but it sets the stage for some classic sci-fi social commentary.

Ultimately, the series asks: Who is Bizarro? Is he just a broken clone? A misguided fanboy? Or an agent of pure chaos? Exploring these questions through the eyes of the terrified and confused Jimmy Olsen seems like the perfect way to ground the madness.

No Foolin’ – DC Comics Debuts Bizarro on April 1, 2026

The series is set to launch on April 1, 2026. Yes, April Fool’s Day! Because – of course it is. It will run monthly through July, giving us four issues of backwards dialogue and inverted logic.

So, get your pull lists ready. Whether you view this as a triumphant return for Smith or just another weird experiment by DC Comics, one thing is certain: it won’t be boring. And according to Bizarro, it’s going to be the worst comic ever, so you know you have to buy it!