Astonishing X-Men Motion Comic Debuts On iTunes Today! Includes Preview images!

Marvel just sent over the official press release for the launch of the Astonishing X-Men Motion Comic on iTunes. Read on to find out how to download it, and to see preview stills from the episode:

The most hotly anticipated motion comic of the season is here, as Astonishing X-Men Motion Comic Episode 1 is now available on iTunes! Based on the award-winning story by superstars Joss Whedon (Buffy The Vampire Slayer) and John Cassaday (Captain America), the X-Men are faced with a mysterious new villain and a possible cure for the mutant gene! Now Cyclops, Wolverine and all your favorite mutants must face the greatest threats of their lives and, before it’s all done, experience one of the most jaw-dropping moments in Marvel history! What are you waiting for? CLICK HERE to purchase the first episode now!

Marvel is also proud to present MarvelFest NYC 2009 at 6pm tonight, an all-new interactive outdoor experience in New York City to celebrate the iTunes release of the groundbreaking Astonishing X-Men Motion Comic! This landmark first episode will be projected three stories high so that fans can experience the adventure like never before! Join celebrities and the biggest names in Marvel history to commemorate the Astonishing X-Men premiere with a costume contest, giveaways and more! For complete details and official costume contest rules regarding MarvelFest NYC 2009 please visit www.marvel.com/fest.