In the penultimate chapter to writer grant morrisons critically acclaimed run, the man of steel faces one of his greatest opponents yet and prepares for a battle. Also see other useful lists of key comic books by year. Action comics and young justice will soon cross over, reuniting superman with conner kentsuperboy the crossover was revealed in dcs april 2020 solicitations, along with cover art that features the two men of steel flying sidebyside. Some of the dc comics titles listed may have arrived in stores already through lunar distribution and ucs comic distributors. With over 100 action figure variant covers available spread across the various star wars comic series, i thought it would be a good idea to create a checklist. Also considering the huge print run this book will have due to all the variants, a custom one of a kind cover on a blank could be very appealing to. In 2018, it became only the second american comic book in history after the 1930s1960s dell comics title four color to publish a 1,000th issue aside from its venerable publication history, action comics is more famously known as the birthplace of superman. The war years 19381945 chartwell books, 2015 series 2015. A website devoted to bringing you the best in the world of conventions, comics and cosplay. Four new series set in the world of the vertigo classic. New comic book releases list for 05272020 2 weeks out. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. I hope this will be a good point of reference for all existing and new collectors of these fantastic variant covers.
Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. The blockbuster supervillain teamup of the century continues. E ighty years ago today, the first issue of action comics was released, with the now iconic cover showing superman lifting a car over his head as hoodlums flee. Star wars action figure variant covers checklist marvel. From individual characters and stories to movies, tv, video games and even comic co. Its most famous for having the debut of superman in its first issue. Reviewed in the united states on february 17, 2020. See more ideas about action comics 1, comics and superman. Action comics variants action comics variants 2 2. Artist john tyler christopher has done such a great job on all of. Action comics, young justice to cross over, uniting. New comic book releases list for 05202020 comiclist.
List of cgc recognized newsstand variants rare comics. Get the best deals on modern age superman comics when you shop the largest online selection at. All have descended on the city of metropolis to challenge superman at his most vulnerable moment. Tm and may not be used on other websites without prior authorization. Since 1979 iconic comic shop located in hollywood, california on melrose ave. Both titles are written by brian michael bendis, with john romita jr. New comic book releases list for 04172019 comiclist. Geoff johns and gary frank bring the dc and watchmen universes together. This is the variant cover for multiversity the new realitybending comic book series written. Dc reveals the final open to order variant cover for this issue, featuring art by joshua middleton that reflects the man of steels 1980s adventures. We buy your collectibles and offer consignment services. What many people do not realize, however, is that action comics, like most comic books of its day, was an anthology containing multiple unrelated stories. Action comics was the second longest running comic book series of all time, with only detective comics having been published longer.
Volume 1 1904 001200 201400 401600 601800 801904 annuals 1 volume 2 annuals volume 1 957present 957 specials see also supermancovers, adventures of supermancovers, superman. Action comics 1978 whitman action comics 1998 us postal service stamp set 53 of 53 in stock. Dc might as well not exist as far as the hot comics 100 is concerned. Part 3 of 4 written by grant morrison and sholly fisch. Action comics 2016 3rd series action comics philippine series 1938 atlas publishing. Hardly any made the list, and the ones that are there mostly fell. Whatever version of superman is appearing or whatever costume hes wearing, he.
Seriously, dont freak unless we contact you about putting the books. Its an extraordinary party as we revisit stories from across the decades, featuring key character debuts, essays and more in a collection curated by paul levitz. This issue was originally polybagged with a digital download code and may or may not be polybagged when purchased. This was the comic that changed the direction of comic books as we know it. Presenting a variant look into the culture we all love. We are getting both a hardcover april 11th and an oversized 80 page issue april 18th. Action comics is an american comic bookmagazine series that introduced superman, one of. For the first time ever, explore the complete visual history of dc comics variant comic book covers in this. Plus, in the backup story, written by sholly fisch with art by chris sprouse and karl story, find out whatever. All the latest comics from dc comics, marvel comics, top. Action comics first saw publication on april 18, 1938, though its first issue was cover dated june 1938. If you comics are not picked up within three weeks, well contact you and give you another week to pick up your books. Find recently released variants from 3050% off in our tfaw variant sale.
With the truth about the man of steels secret identity out in the open, all the rules of engagement have changedand no one is safe. With action comics speeding toward its landmark 1,000th issue on supermans 80th anniversary april 18, not only will we see a series of variant covers capturing the look and feel of the man of steel throughout different eras of his 80year run, but certain comic book stores will also have their own exclusive variant covers available in limited numbers. Established in 1983, we are the oldest and largest comic book store in the. Drawn in pencil, inked by rachel dodson and colored in photoshop. Sort by position best sellers price product name on sale date issue number availability product subtype by.
All scans are exclusive property of mile high comics, inc. Acme comics is a locally owned and operated, full service comic book store. This pull service is meant as to assist you in your weekly comic purchases, not to replace your shopping entirely. The sketchbook is included with the comic as a complimentary piece to be owned alongside this special, oneofakind, original cover art as rendered by artist caspell chavez. Action comics volume 1 variant covers action comics volume 2 variant covers, action comics volume 1. Some onehit wonders from the marvel stable, such as ms. Each week variant explores all things in the world of comics and geekdom. Dc is home to the worlds greatest super heroes, including superman, batman, wonder woman, green lantern, the flash, aquaman and more. It features several superman stories from a variety of creators, including previously unpublished artwork by curt swan, who drew superman for nearly. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here.