Originally an imaginary story, absolute crisis on infinite earths revealed that this story is in fact an alternate real universe. The story that drew national media attention when dc comics. Superman books share book recommendations with your. Now there is something really wrong with this book. How much are the original death of superman comic books. The death of superman is not only one of the best selling graphic novels of alltime, but also captures one of the most iconic moments in american pop culture. Since his debut, superman has been a cultural icon in the united states. Death of superman promotion of 1992 mile high comics. The massive 11issue crossover among four different series superman, superman. Superman is seemingly vaporized in the justice league unlimited episode hereafter. The death and resurrection of superman, explained polygon.
As the highest selling comic of all time it caused a spectacular boom in sales during the 90s. In 1995, a port of the game for the sega genesis followed. The death of superman is the latest entry in the dc universe animated original movies series and is based on the 1992 dc comic book storyline of the same name in. The death and return of superman hit retailers shelves as an snes game. Death of superman new edition by dan jurgens, jerry. The crossover, which originated from editor mike carlin and writers dan jurgens, roger stern, louise simonson, jerry ordway, and karl kesel, began in december 1992 and lasted until october 1993. Whats more is that one epic storyline kept me engaged for several years afterward. 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. Superman is a fictional superhero who appears in comic books published by dc comics, and is considered an american cultural icon. How much are the original death of superman comic books worth. Not much is known about the killer except for his love of destruction. But if you want a good story, the death of superman really is just a setup to the meatandpotatoes of the storyline. When the alien monster doomsday surfaces on earth, superman may be the only hero powerful enough to save the planet from doomsdays wrath. Death of superman reading order comic book reading orders.
Jul 18, 2019 none of the files shown here are hosted or transmitted by this server. When dc killed superman they almost killed the comic industry. It remains a touchstone of the comic book medium twenty years later, for better or for worse. 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 must stop at. Find the value of the dc comic death of superman volume 1. The death of superman by dan jurgens, jerry ordway, louise simonson, roger stern. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics watcher. Crashlanding in rural kansas, kalel was found by local farmers johnathan and martha kent who took the. The story was eventually adapted as an animated film called superman. What is your death of superman, the comic book worth. The first occasions were as imaginary stories that is, set outside of the official continuity published during the silver age of comics.
Although hes actually been transported into earths distant future, hes declared dead and a funeral is held for him. Comic book lot death of superman funeral for a friend 3 and 4 others vfnm. But in the end, the result will be the same as the death of superman. This book has at least 16 printings as of september 2008. The death of superman was one of the most important events in dc comics history, and a lot went on behindthescenes to make it happen. The death of superman is a crossover story event featured in dc comics superman related publications. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. When viewed overall 1992 was a somewhat haphazard year for the superman titles. We have the worlds largest selection of superman comic books and graphic novels. Zonar, mad dictator of the rogue asteroid kryptonia, launches a fleet of drone craft. While physical comic books are still a week away from being available, dc comics announced today the expansion of the dc digital first publishing program, with a book titled superman.
Dec 30, 2017 it depends on the edition, condition, etc. Dec 03, 20 suggested by the unfilmed 1957 screenplay by david chantler and the comic book adaptation by randy garrett. Jul 22, 2017 one of the biggest comic events of the early 90s was the death of superman, which saw the man of steel fall at the hands of doomsday. Superman s comic book history born on the doomed planet krypton, superman aka kalel was sent to earth by his birth parents moments before their planet was destroyed. This reading order contains all the necessary comic book issues to enjoy the death of superman event. The death of superman for right or wrong is a landmark moment in comic book history. Get the best deals on death of superman when you shop the largest online selection at. The dc cinematic universe definitely took a bold step adapting the death of superman in just its second film. On the back cover it is written this book collects action comics 1820, adventures of superman 496498, superman 7375, man of steel 1719 plus newstime thing. Oct 14, 2016 the doomsday showdown demonstrated the need to reignite interest in a superman. One of the biggest comic events of the early 90s was the death of superman, which saw the man of steel fall at the hands of doomsday. Zonar, mad dictator of the rogue asteroid kryptonia, launches a.
How much is the original death of superman comic worth. When i first heard about dcs plans to kill superman, i immediately called dc. Suggested by the unfilmed 1957 screenplay by david chantler and the comic book adaptation by randy garrett. He was killed because his character was getting boring and d. Some superman series are just one issue oneshots and others are longer series, such as adventures of superman. The death of superman was a 1992 crossover between dc. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. After a month of spotlighting the strange if endearingly strange history of comic books and especially the silver age, i think it is worthwhile to show the comic books of the silver age that are simply great stories period, without any enjoyably goofy aspect to them. Death of superman story arc when the alien monster doomsday surfaces on earth, superman may be the only hero powerful enough to save the planet from doomsdays wrath. Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to sell. He didnt cut his hair until just before he married lois lane. Death and return of superman movies coming screen rant.
Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. The graphic novel collected the seven issue storyline doomsday. None of the files shown here are hosted or transmitted by this server. My journey into this wonderful hobby began in early 1994, when i found the death of superman graphic novel at kroger, i was 11 years old then. Supermans comic book history born on the doomed planet krypton, superman aka kalel was sent to earth by his birth parents moments before their planet was destroyed. Some great dan jurgens art and brutal for superman comics fight scenes. 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. But on the fourth page it is written this book collects action comics 683684, adventures of superman 496497, jla 69, superman 7375. Nov 27, 2010 but in the end, the result will be the same as the death of superman. In the initial chapter, lex luthor appears to have renounced his life of crime.
Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. Jul 18, 2014 you cant keep the oldest and most iconic comic book character down for long, though. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. While physical comic books are still a week away from being available, dc comics announced today the expansion of the dc digital first publishing program, with. The man of steel is the ultimate symbol of truth, justice, and hope. You cant keep the oldest and most iconic comic book character down for long, though. The death of superman dc, 1993 series newsstand first printing the death of superman dc, 1993 series fifth printing the death of superman dc, 1993 series newsstand second printing second printing was printed in canada. When dc killed superman they almost killed the comic. 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. While the core comic book fans will be unfazed by this, the casual reader could once again walk away in frustration. Please browse through the title listings below or use the search bar at the top of this page to quickly find a specific title. Values of death of superman, the free comic book values.
Here is an archive of all the silver age comics features so far we begin with the first death of superman, from 1961s. Death of superman puts superman up against a killing machine called doomsday. An opened version would depend on the condition of the actual comic book. 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.
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. I was glad the day i found all the comics combined in one book. I had heard of this event but i was so late to the party that it was over. Aug 26, 2011 how much are the original death of superman comic books worth.
This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. The administrator of this site cannot be held responsible for what its users post, or any other actions of its users. The reign of the supermen which introduced the postcrisis superboy, steel, the cyborg superman, and a mysterious superman with familiar ties to another. It wasnt a bad year, just up and down in terms of story and events. The one, true superman returned to comics after recovering in the fortress of solitude, stronger than ever and sporting longer hair.
The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with. The death and return of superman multiple printing saga. Proclaiming, they killed superman, citizens take up arms to avenge his death against the kryptonian criminals. The original superman comic book series is the most popular series. Superman is a superhero created by jerry siegel and joe shuster who appears in american comic books published by dc comics. The calm before the storm or aliens, vampires and demons oh my. As a result, they have little to no idea how complicated answers to simple questions about comics can be. Dc shot the comic industry in the foot, and marvel is picking up the gun to reload it. The death of superman was a 1992 stunt that turned out to be dcs bestselling superman comic ever. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a. Crashlanding in rural kansas, kalel was found by local farmers johnathan and martha kent who took the orphaned child in and named him clark. Nov 14, 2017 the death and resurrection of superman, explained.
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