Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. Not only did the character survive richard donners interpretation, he became an even better superman because of it. In 1993, dc comics shocked people way beyond the comic book world when they decided to kill off their most iconic hero, superman. Shipped on time, excellent quality, would order again. Each page is a full page shot of the intense battle. The movie contradicted longestablished comic book legend. The original superman comic book series is the most popular series. The death of superman dc comics graphic novel 1993 first printing.
I can only imagine how a kid in 1961 would have handled this comic book. The two seem to go together like two peas in a pod. The price of the death of superman comic book will vary depending on the condition. An opened version would depend on the condition of the actual comic book. The company also gave credit for superman s creation to the two men. Death of superman comic book, signed copy with certificate of authenticity. The featurette also includes a closer look at the dark superman appearing in the return of superman graphic novel. When i first heard about dcs plans to kill superman, i immediately called dc president paul levitz to beg him to cancel the idea. Mar 08, 2011 its in perfect condition just wondering out of curiosity. Superman comics dc funeral for a friend huge shown death lot action comic books.
The administrator of this site cannot be held responsible for what its users post, or any other actions of its users. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics watcher. How much is the original death of superman comic worth. Superman the death of superman tpb 2016 dc new edition 11st. 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. Superman is a superhero created by jerry siegel and joe shuster who appears in american comic books published by dc comics. 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 any. This factory sealed box from skybox includes 36 unopened packs, each containing 8 trading cards. Some great dan jurgens art and brutal for superman comics fight scenes.
Legendary comic book writer alan moore pens a tale that asks readers the allimportant question. Most recently, it was adapted in the animated movie superman. How much is the comic superman the death of clark kent from. Why is the death of superman such an important comic book. He was killed because his character was getting boring and d. 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. The adaptations of the story such as the video game, the novelization, and the audio drama dont include green lantern at all, even though they still feature. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic books.
Comic book lot death of superman funeral for a friend 3 and 4 others. The death of superman this video involves a collectors comic from dc comics that i purchased new on january 6, 1993. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Whos who in the superman comics 1950s 1980s information on characters and places introduced in the superman comic books during the 1950s and up to the revamp in 1986. Clark kent synopsis superman bids farewell to clark kent, whos striking out on his own.
Jonathan kent refuses to let his son pass from this mortal coil without a spiritual fight in life after death. By deejay dayton superman continued to be the most successful character in. Dec 20, 20 o superman superman comic books dc comic books vintage comic books vintage comics comic book covers batman comic art funny superman in honor of superman turning another year older again this year without aging a day dick, here are the 50 best examples of superman being a dick. Going on record about the death of superman will be paul levitz and other dc staff members, as well as comic book artists throughout the industry. The death and return of superman omnibus includes the bestselling trade paperbacks the death of superman and the return of superman, as well as portions of world without a superman, plus 40 pages of bonus extras including promotional material and product spotlights. However, the most famous instance was the story arc called the death of superman in the canon comics during the 1990s the death of superman arc happened by accident. Since his debut, superman has been a cultural icon in the united states. Jun 18, 2010 the death of superman was a huge commercial success as comic book fans that had never read superman before thronged to pick up a copy. The completed multiissue story arc was given the title the death and return of superman. I just ordered him this comic book for his birthday and he was shocked and impressed. The death of superman by dan jurgens, jerry ordway, louise simonson, roger stern. Both cyborg superman and the eradicator are pastiches of this 90s trend. Interviews read our question and answer sessions with superman comic book writers and artists.
The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with. It was my brothers favorite present for his birthday. 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. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. Superman fights his strongest opponent to the death in the streets of metropolis. Back in 1941, captain america punched hitler on the cover of a comic book. The new adventures of superman was already greenlit at abc, and the producers of the show wanted the wedding. The man of steel is the ultimate symbol of truth, justice, and hope. The death of superman was a 1992 stunt that turned out to be dcs bestselling superman comic ever. None of the files shown here are hosted or transmitted by this server. Now that we ended the string of those 2issue stories with a bang, i cant wait until next issue which starts a brand new arc.
Here is an archive of all the silver age comics features so far we begin with the first death of superman, from 1961s. Death and return of superman part 1, justice leaguesociety, superman published may 2011 by dc. The reign of the supermen which introduced the postcrisis superboy, steel, the cyborg superman, and a mysterious superman with familiar ties to another. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. How much is an unopened mint condition copy of the death. In 1999, following siegels death, the siegel family successfully won a court case, granting the family fifty percent ownership of the superman character. Adventures superman comic books issue 500 mycomicshop. The story brought in millions of readers not just to superman titles but also to all other dc comics titles as well. 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.
Did the death and return of superman shatter the integrity. Values of death of superman, the free comic book values. Superman homepage everything you ever wanted to know. Last week, superman was working for the fuhrer in one. The death of superman tells a striking story about an epic clash of titans, and ultimately a tragic loss of a savior, of hope, and for many readers, of innocence. The movie to the comics of the time distilling the essence. Platinum edition, still in original unopened polybag. Once upon a time, there was a fictional character who wore red, yellow, and blue. Superman was has been, and hopefully will continue to be, one of the cornerstones of the comic book industry. The company also gave credit for supermans creation to the two men. Superman and doomsday just exchange blows one after another.
Some superman series are just one issue oneshots and others are longer series, such as adventures of superman. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic. The death of superman is a 1992 comic book storyline that occurred mostly in dc comics superman titles. Superman fighting deathstroke again was a welcome 2issue story where the past 2issue stories have not been great. They are all in fair, good, or near mint condition. This website is dedicated to giving you information on superman in all forms of media. Superman death of superman tp superman dc comics comic. If youre looking to remain unspoiled, time to get up, up and away. There is then a bittersweet ending with supergirl and krypto carrying on in superman s name. The death of superman in black plastic cover, unopened comic january 1, 1992 5. In the early twentyfirst century, superman remains one of the most important comic book characters of all time. Death of superman promotion of 1992 mile high comics. Do you think comic book writers have been hesitating to give superman any real new powers, and. And remarkably chilling for a comic book at the time.
Superman 75 memorial set unopened dc comics 1992 death of. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a. Click on the news category headings below for a full list of news items available under that category. Comic books in death and return of superman mycomicshop. Sales data first became public in 1960, and showed that superman was the bestselling comic book character of the 1960s and 1970s. I am not an expert so i will not attempt to graderate each comic. As the highest selling comic of all time it caused a spectacular boom in sales during the 90s. Death of superman reading order comic book reading orders. Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to sell. How much are the original death of superman comic books. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition. Get the best deals on death of superman when you shop the largest online selection at.
Death of superman comic book lot 22 steel action comics. The movie did not reflect established 1978 comic book myth but that was a good thing. New superman issue reveals major turning point for dcs. The death of superman for right or wrong is a landmark moment in comic book history. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. But if you want a good story, the death of superman really is just a setup to the meatandpotatoes of the storyline. Superman 225 curt swan, murphy anderson silver age comic. How much is the comic superman the death of clark kent from 1995 with a foil cover worth. Unfollow death of superman comic to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The massive 11issue crossover among four different series superman, superman.
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