Released to celebrate Captain Scarlet Day, the 75-minute digital download is available today, with pre-orders for the special CD version available through the Gerry Anderson Store.

Based on the iconic comic strip from the pages of TV21 in 1968, the audiobook has been adapted by author and producer, Chris Dale, and narrated by the talented Wayne Forester, best known for voicing Captain Scarlet in the CGI New Captain Scarlet series from 2005.

The audiobook is set to immerse listeners in an epic narrative featuring Captain Scarlet as he ventures back to the Mysteron city on Mars, a place laden with fond memories for fans from the original television series of 1967.

Captain Scarlet and the Mysterons: Martian Menace is now available to download for just £7.99 per title (on digital download), exclusively here.

The Mysterons... Sworn enemies of Earth... Possessing the ability to recreate an exact likeness of an object or person... But first, they must destroy... Leading the fight, one man fate has made indestructible... His name; Captain Scarlet.

After Captain Scarlet thwarts an attack on a Spectrum production plant, the Mysterons announce their intention to destroy humanity’s first city on Mars - and Colonel White is kidnapped! Is his abduction part of the latest Mysteron scheme, or is he held captive by a more human force?

With the fate of the world at stake, Captains Scarlet and Ochre must travel to the Mysteron city on Mars - but will they be in time to prevent disaster?

Based on the original TV21 comic strip story, issues 164-166.

The cover artwork by Rob White harks back to the classic Century 21 mini albums of the 1960s, connecting listeners with the beloved memories of the past.

Chris Dale said: "This has always been one of my favorite Captain Scarlet stories. The scale is grand and epic. There's so much at stake. It's been great to take this favorite story of mine from childhood and expand on and explore the narrative to create this very special audiobook."

Dale also highlighted the exceptional performance of Wayne Forester, who breathes life into the characters with his unique interpretations, making the narration and character voices a thrilling experience.

The production not only aims to pay homage to the original comic strip, but also to expand the narrative by spending more time with guest characters and settings. Additionally, it includes nods to other Anderson series, most notably Thunderbirds and Fireball XL5, which have always been preserved from the original narrative in the 1960s comic story from which Martian Menace was adapted.

This audiobook marks a new style of Anderson audios, where Forester takes the helm, providing both the narration and all character voices. It is a testament to the evolving landscape of audiobook production, and the interest from fans worldwide.

Embark on an epic journey with Captain Scarlet in Captain Scarlet: Martian Menace. Available to download now, it promises to be an unforgettable audio experience for both new and dedicated fans alike.

To pre-order the special CD version, visit the Gerry Anderson Store.

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