Aug 02, 2010 rare superman comic book saves family from foreclosure. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. Ongoing titles featuring superman in a starring role. No superman man of steel 2 announcement for san diego comic. In the latest comic book legends revealed, see how french comics kept superman in print even after the nazis banned almost all american comic books. Swooping in almost at the last second to win the holy grail issue, the top bidder will now own the most expensive comic book. I know, overstreet makes no sense, but thats what they do it. Superman is a fictional character, a comic book superhero appearing in publications by dc comics, widely considered to be an american cultural icon. But to be completely sure that it is real, and not a reprint, we need the full dimensions of the true original comic book. The condition of the book is decent considering the age of it. This thing is affecting all parts of supermans franchise. The character regularly appears in comic books published by dc comics, and has been adapted to a number of radio serials, movies, and television shows superman was born on the planet krypton and was given. Supermanbatman is a monthly comic book series published by dc comics that features the publishers two most popular characters. Superman comic saves family home from foreclosure abc news.
Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. Superman s comic book reveal proves anonymity is impossible even in fiction not only are phone booths a thing of the past, but social media means that a secret identity no longer belongs in. In contrast, we paid attention in 3rd grade and we correctly alphabetize our comic books for sale. Some superman series are just one issue oneshots and others are longer series, such as adventures of superman. For obvious reasons, the 1st printings of the early superman comics are very valuable, but are. Since ashcan comic books were handdrawn, unfinished versions of early comic books for legal purposes they were supposed to be thrown out in the ashcan.
This comic book was my grandfathers book, and i was told never to let it go, however the time has come. If youre looking to remain unspoiled, time to get up, up and away. Loved reading it, could not put it down by kniferyder minnesota. Red son film makes quite a few changes to the comic book from which it adapts the story of a russian superman.
Rare copy of supermans first comic book adventure set to. The original superman comic book series is the most popular series. Superman was the title of the monthly comic book featuring superman. The superman comics series would run for hundreds of issues, but only two or three ashcan copies of superman comics exist. Untitled superman story, script by jerry siegel, pencils by joe shuster, inks by dennis neville as joe shuster. First self titled series for a comic book superhero ever. Get the best deals on superman comic books when you shop the largest online.
Superman is a fictional superhero who appears in comic books published by dc comics, and is considered an american cultural icon. May 10, 2018 a rare copy of action comics no 1 containing superman s very first appearance in print is going under the hammer. As soon as it was announced that smallville star tom welling had agreed to return for a role in the cws crisis on infinite earths crossover, fans wondered whether they might finally get a. The series is notable for the reintroduction of the postcrisis superman and lois lane, in dc continuity after dc erased the characters in the 2011 new 52 relaunch. Published just a few months after crisis on infinite earths, john byrnes the man of steel updated the saga of superman for modern audiences, changing certain aspects of the character in the process. Supermans comic book reveal proves anonymity is impossible.
I do think that this virus will affect a lot of comic book retailers unfortunately. Mar 25, 2020 the landscape of comic book movies has evolved quite a lot in recent years, but that isnt stopping fans from taking time to celebrate an old favorite. Lois and clark is an eightissue comic book limited series published by dc comics, written by dan jurgens and art by lee weeks. Clark isnt getting any younger, and sooner or later, he is going to have to hang up the cape. The massive 11issue crossover among four different series superman, superman. Red son the movies biggest changes from the comics. Superman is a beacon of hope to all of humanity, but he is also a married man with a teenage son. This idea of superman getting older leads into an interesting question that has rarely been touched on in comics. Faster than a speeding bullet, more powerful than a locomotive the man of steel fights a neverending battle for truth, justice, and the american way. Hes not on the cover, but its still a big piece of history.
Dc is home to the worlds greatest super heroes, including superman, batman, wonder woman, green lantern, the flash, aquaman and more. Not many cgc graded copies have sold recently, but the value is consistent with other superman comic books in this era. The death of superman was a 1992 stunt that turned out to be dcs bestselling superman comic ever. Spinning out of the devastating events of the batman who laughs, superman and batman are together once more in an allnew monthly series and theyre facing a terrifying new threat that could strike from anywhere. Hes played the role of kalelclark kent in three films now, which have tended to lean toward a darker interpretation of the character. Many old bizarre covers of the original comic, forums, and a small online store. Click on the news category headings below for a full list of news items available under that category. Tom welling says he wouldnt have done crisis cameo if asked. Find the value of the dc comic superman s girlfriend lois lane volume 1. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. This is a list of comic books featuring superman and related characters. The adaptation of the original 2008 comic book story superman. The man of steel, action comics, and justice league of america introduces an unstoppable alien named doomsday who creates a path of destruction on his way to the heart of metropolis and whom superman. Lets take a look at some ways the cavill superman is comic book.
Superman the dark side of apokolips is a book that is part comic and part chapter book about superman who, in addition being super strong and able to fly, has some interesting powers, like ice breath. New superman issue reveals major turning point for dcs. Spinning out of the devastating events of the batman who laughs, superman and batman are together once more in an allnew monthly seriesand theyre facing a terrifying new threat that could strike from anywhere. The stories were further adventures of the popular hannabarbera animated series, the super friends. Cards superman story is now on hold and will not be included in either the scheduled print or digital issues and was replaced by a story written by. Does any one know what the dimensions are for the first superman comic book. Most copies are worth much less, but the good news is, if you have one of these truly rare comic books, then youre certainly sitting on a prized asset that any comic book collector would be envious of. If there were any movies planned, production would probably be halted. Get the best deals on superman comic book collections when you shop the largest online. He found a number of adventurer stories, but needed a lead feature. This website is dedicated to giving you information on superman in all forms of media. Supermanbatman premiered in august 2003, an update of the previous series, worlds finest comics, in which superman.
The photo below is for reference, its not the same one that sold. Get the best deals on superman silver age comics 1956 1969 when you shop the largest online selection at. Superman takes on the persona of a fictional super hero in order to save the life of the characters creator from the nazis. Superman comic books available this week march 25, 2020. Mar 19, 2009 my grandpa has found one of his old comic books. The dark knight and the man of steel must journey into the depths of gotham city to learn. When superman saves a runaway boy from being run over by a train, he discovers the child is from an orphanage where the superintendent abuses the children in a variety of ways. Named one of the best books of the year by paste magazine, comics beat and others, the unity saga continues. Heritage auctions in chicago is selling the comic, which first went on sale on 18. Not only are phone booths a thing of the past, but social media means that a secret identity no longer belongs in. Get the best deals on silver age superman comics when you shop the largest online selection at. It is the first superman comic, titled action comics no. As this was a quarterly book, no additional special books were published using this title. This website is devoted to dc comics superman, the first and best comic book superhero, who was created by jerry siegel and joe shuster.
No sdcc panel also means no news will be released regarding the matt reeves the batman robert pattinson film, a potential shazam sequel, aquaman 2, the aquaman spinoff the trench, of course, no announcement regarding henry cavill returning as superman for man of steel 2, a green lantern corps flick, or any other new or surprising announcements. See our superman comic books article for more details. It focused on the superfriends, and wendy and marvin. As for the upcoming superman and lois show, as far as i know there is no word on if they will delay production. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. The script was written by bob goodman and directed by james tucker. Dec 11, 2019 supermans comic book reveal proves anonymity is impossible even in fiction. Buy products related to superman comic book products and see what customers say about. Created by american writer jerry siegel and canadianborn american artist joe shuster in 1932 while both were living in cleveland. Humorous site dedicated to showing that superman is a dick. The inaugural issue of action comics marked the first appearance of superman and helped kick off the superhero genre. The better the condition, the more the book can be worth to collectors who want the ones in the best shape. This comic has some of the best subject material on any comic possibly ever.
Supermanbatman was a series featuring dcs two most iconic characters. Up in the sky, in the dark of the night, trust no one for the infected walk among us. Book is in poor condition with loose cover but it is 73 years old. From his blue uniform to his flowing red cape to the s shield on his chest, superman is one of the most immediately recognizable and beloved dc super heroes of all time. The following products are expected to ship to comic book specialty stores this week, with all comics also available for digital download. The super friends had an ongoing comic book series published from 1976 until 1981. Superman homepage everything you ever wanted to know. Body of evidence excellent likenew condition this item is shipped usps mail.
He leads a rebellion against an evil villain, darkseid, who enslaved the people of planet apokolips. The dark multiverse takes on the highestselling comic book event of all timethe death of superman. The photojournal guide to comic books lists this book as rare and only 36 copies are. Almost any early superman comic book has value if its in reasonable condition. Dc loves superman, at least as a property, its why other than batman hes the only one who gets multiple movies animated or otherwise and why he stars in several comic series and has a section of. Some peg it to 1933, when the format of newsstand comic books was codified, but others place the moment in june of 1938, when superman made his debut in jerry siegel and joe shusters first issue of action comics, whose cover featured the redcaped superhero from the planet krypton lifting a car over his head. Values of supermans girlfriend lois lane free comic book. Spinning out of the devastating events of the batman who laughs, superman and batman are together once more in an allnew monthly seriesand theyre facing a. Mayer found the rejected superman comic strips, and sullivan. The largest online source for comic book pricing in the world. Up in the sky, in the dark of the night, trust no onefor the secret six walk among us.
In this issue lois lane drives off a pier in order to get superman s attention. What is your superman s girlfriend lois lane comic book worth. Please look at pics included and judge condition for yourself. Apr 12, 2011 actor nicolas cages stolen vintage superman comic book found 11 years later. If you do not know the exact title of comic books you are looking for, type any words that you think are in the comic book s title into the search box at. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a 100% moneyback guaranted. The superman character described on this page was created by writer jerry siegel and artist joe shuster, high school students living in cleveland, ohio, in 1933. The most recent bigscreen superman has been henry cavill. Batman v superman fans are celebrating the movies fourth. Superman breaks into the governors mansion to stop the execution of evelyn curry, and lois is kidnapped by gangsters, no thanks to.