What you are about to read is the definitive list of the 100 greatest black comic book superheroesvillains of alltimeall ranked. See our superman comic books article for more details. If youve been collecting comic books since you were a kid, now is the time to. The movie 50th anniversary 30 july 1966 30 july 2016, heres our supercut of 100 comic. She was conceived by hippolyta as the first born child in a tribe of amazon women endowed with immortality by the gods of olympus. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. Superman on radio 1940 premier introduction realaudio 66k fred allen interviews superman writer jerry siegel superman radio program episode 23 1940 the adventures of superman bbc radio audio drama introduction 36 seconds introduction from the adventures of superman bbc radio audio drama realaudio 117k. Batman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero batman as its main protagonist. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back.
Written by louise simonson, with art and cover by jon bogdanove and dennis janke. Deadpool comic book info, gallery, buying guide, history. Society comic books 20152016 doomed comic books 20152016. Xmen 3 kurt busiek geoff johns pete woods superman lady jim lee, scott williams 1991 marvel comics xmen comic book jim lee, wolverine. When i first heard about dcs plans to kill superman, i immediately called dc. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. An opened version would depend on the condition of the actual comic book. It doesnt matter if its a superman comic book, comic spiderman, x men comic or old title that nobody has heard of it can hold value, first you need to find out what type it is and age. The series told the story of supermans modern origin, which had been rebooted following the 198586 series crisis on infinite earths. He takes over a world ruled by a supercomputer and uses the people there to build massive antisuperman weapons. The character, created by jerry siegel and joe shuster, subsequently appeared in various radio serials, television programs, films, and video games. Superman turns out to be a surprisingly infectious entertainment, nicely balanced between warmth and wit, intimacy and impressive special effects, comicstrip fantasy and several elements that make the movie eminently eligible for deep thinking about rescue fantasies, cherubic messiahs and other pieces of popcorn metaphysics.
What made the death of superman promotion so much different than all the rest of the specious comics marketing schemes cooked up during the early 1990s was that it was aimed at the general public. Get the best deals on dc superman golden age comics when you shop the largest online selection at. Deborah foreman and nicolas cage are, like, totally bitchin in valley girl 1983. Swooping in almost at the last second to win the holy grail issue, the top bidder will now own the most expensive comic book. When new books are released, well charge your default payment method for the lowest price available during the preorder period. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Superman, superhero, copper age 19841991, comics, collectibles. Worlds finest comics, with superman, batman and robin selling us war bonds. Wonder woman is the name designated to diana, princess of themyscira. I think you have the hang of what to do in your auctions now we can get to comic book values.
Superman volume 1 ran from 1939 to 1986 for 423 issues, with 12 annuals printed between 19601986 19601964 and 19831986. Superman is an ongoing comic book series featuring the dc comics hero of. Well also make a cash offer for your superman comic books, should you wish to sell. Superman heads into outer space to face the latest diabolical scheme of his hated arch foe brainiac. Producers alexander and ilya salkind had had great success with their lavishly produced adaptations of the comicbook legend, superman 1978 and superman ii 1980. Even with help from superboy, steel, supergirl, and the returning eradicator, does superman have a chance to win a battle against an enemy so powerful. Jan 20, 2015 the adventures of superman n475 february 1991 cover by dan jurgens, art thibert.
The man of steel comic books featured stores intertwined with those in these other titles. Copper age comics are those published between 1984 and 1991, and on the timeline of comic book history, are bracketed between bronze age comics published before 1984 and modern age comics published after 1991. Written and drawn by john byrne, the series was presented in six issues which were inked by dick giordano. The man of tomorrow is challenged like never before as he faces the unequaled power of the.
Superman multimedia superman sounds and music radio. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with. Browse issues from the comic book series, superman. In the town square, the mayor of smallville mentions hearing that superman was going to attend little rickys party. Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps. Art by doug mahnke and jose marzan jr cover by mahnke and tom nguyen our worlds at war, part 17. He is an actor, known for superman 1978, tom sawyer 1973 and huckleberry. Jump to navigation jump to search this is a list of comic books. As a result of introducing this series alongside its already existing titles, dc comics was able to publish a new superman comic each week.
This is a list of comic books featuring superman and related characters. Robert vaughn plays a sinister mastermind, an okay replacement for the famous villain lex luther. Postflashpoint comic books 20112016 action comics and superman comic books, specials, annuals and graphic novels 20112016 superman unchained comic books 202015 batmansuperman comic books 202016 supermanwonder woman comic books 202016 earth 2. Death of superman promotion of 1992 mile high comics. The greatest hero the world has ever known began his journey in a rocket from a doomed planet. The man of steel is a 1986 comic book limited series featuring the dc comics character superman.
But with their subsequent entries in the series, superman iii 1983 and supergirl 1984, the salkinds pushed the series in a. We will preorder your items within 24 hours of when they become available. As an alien living on earth, sent here from his dying planet. The adventures of superman n475 february 1991 cover by. Batman proved to be so popular that a selftitled ongoing comic book series began publication with. An additional four issues were published from 1983 to 1986 and the. Superman 53 in copper age superman comics for sale ebay.
Please only report missing issues after attempting a thorough search, and do not submit false information. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. Superman deals with the aftermath of doomsdays release and the confrontation with imperiex, only to find himself at odds with his ally darkseid and darkseids own solution to ending the war. Superman 75 the death of superman, volume 2 comics 1993.
Please fill out the following form to report an issue missing from the database. Although the cover title is superman iii the official adaptation of the movie, the indicia title for this book is actually the superman movie special, vol. A perpetual collection of retro videogame comic books and strips with a series under 5 issues. Marvel and dc comic books worth big money showbiz cheat sheet. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with coverdate june 1939. She is a founding member of the justice league, has. While metropolis in plunged into a blackout, superman and mr. The man of steel is a monthly american comic book series that ran for 6 issues from 1991 to 2003, featuring superman and published by dc comics. Z are still lost and suffering from amnesia on the mysterious dinosaur island. What some viewers dont understand is that director richard lester wants it to be more of a comic book adventure rather than what scriptwriter mario puzo did in the first two.
Brainiac escapes from the center of a planet and begins his plan for revenge on superman. Within the industry, the beginning of copper age comics was marked by a large group of highprofile artists moving away from marvel and into privatelyowned. Between 1986 and 2006 it was retitled adventures of superman while a new comic book used the title superman. Lucy and superman 1957 tv episode during the film, lana convinces clark to ask superman to attend the birthday party of her son ricky. The man of steel is upgraded to dcs miraweb format. Retro game comic books and strips with a series under 5. 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. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here.
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