It’s a bird, it’s a plane…it’s been 87 years to the day that Superman made his first appearance in Action Comics #1. Since that iconic move, back in 1938, the Man of Steel has taken on so many forms, from comics to campy incarnations to dazzling big-screen adaptations and, most recently, the CW’s top-tier take on the character, Superman & Lois.
Today, comic shops, books stores, websites and all sorts of supergeeks are set to mark the occasion with various events, giveaways, sales and—if we’re lucky—maybe even a new trailer for James Gunn’s upcoming feature starring David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan and Nicholas Hoult. And since we have always caped for Kal-El, it only felt like a rundown of ways to salute DC Comics’ high-flying hero was the right thing to do.
Collecting some of Superman‘s greatest and most influential tales, this graphic novel box set is the perfect reading list for anyone who loves the Man of Steel.
This set includes softcover editions of: All-Star Superman by Grant Morrison and Frank Quietly, ranked as the number one Superman story by IGN; Supermanfor All Seasons by Batman: The Long Halloween team Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale, a critically acclaimed standalone story structured thematically around the four seasons; Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow?, a tale of Superman‘s last adventures by Watchmen writer Alan Moore and definitive Superman artist Curt Swan; and Kingdom Come by Mark Waid and Alex Ross, a near-future clash between old-guard and new-guard superheroes that was called “One of the best comic stories ever told” by the Washington Examiner.
Are you even a superhero if you haven’t been immortalized by Funko?! Like breaking news out of the Daily Planet, the hotter-than-ever collectible company just announced these vinyl versions of the Superman 2025 movie lineup, including Supes himself, Lois, Lex and of course, Krypto! There is also a mini Superman keychain and (not pictured) a Jumbo Superman available for $39.99.
Every dog deserves its day, whether it’s Krypto or a King Charles Cavalier. And this look (available in various sizes) is one way to tell the other animals in the neighborhood that they are safe to sniff ’til their tails’ content!
Oh my Zod, how gorgeous is this cozy hoodie?! A simple “Look Up” on the front, with an image of Supes’ in flight on the back, this 50% polyester/50% cotton piece comes in Black, Indigo, and Royal Blue and is perfect for those chilly nights at the Fortress of Solitude.
Following Kal-El from his escape from the dying planet Krypton through his humble beginnings in Kansas to his work as a part-time journalist and full-time superhero in Metropolis, this deluxe edition explores Superman across comics, TV, animation, film, video games, and beyond, creating a compelling portrait of one of the most recognizable characters in the history of popular fiction. Covering the complete history of Superman in vivid detail, this massive tome features exclusive commentary from the key creatives who have been instrumental in building Superman’s iconic legacy. Filled with exclusive insert items and extremely rare replicas, Superman: The Definitive Historyis the ultimate exploration of the template for all superheroes and his incredible and enduring impact on pop culture.
For the Superman fan who has everything…bet they don’t have one of these! Etched with original DC Comics artwork and forged in German stainless steel, this 8-inch serated blade is one of those goodies sure to have folks asking “Where did you get this?!”
The 1978 Christopher Reeve classic soared for so many reasons, including John Williams’ incredible score. And in Mondo’s must-have collector’s box set, that iconic work is featured in new vinyl variants bundled with DC Comics’ Superman ’78, a brilliant continuation of the story by Robert Venditti, Wilfredo Torres and Jordie Bellaire.
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