Please fill out the following form to report an issue missing from the database. Superman fights his strongest opponent to the death in the streets of metropolis. But it soon becomes apparent that only superman can stand against the monstrosity that has been nicknamed doomsday. 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. Superman s death would have longreaching consequences long after his revival. In infinite crisis, kall points out that superman s death was the point where the postcrisis earth went beyond saving in his mind and in blackest night, nekron used superman s revival as part of a scheme to conquer the universe. This has dual appeal, because batman collectors will want a copy of this superman comic book, as well as superman fans. Values of death of superman, the comics price guide. And remarkably chilling for a comic book at the time. The death and return of superman multiple printing saga. I worked at a comic shop at the time that book came out. Death of superman 1992 doomsday vs superman complete.
Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. For each sale discovered, we match it to the specific comic in our massive database which also includes variant covers and printings. She fit in and was as popular as kirstens 2 close friends diane and stacy, bernadette. Funeral for a friend is the storyline that follows superman s death. New listing the death of superman 1993 dc comics dan jurgens bogdanove janke rude 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 heart of metropolis and whom superman must stop at. Death of superman comic valuethe death of superman comic. Heck, at least in the first printing, they couldnt even read the book without reducing its value, as dc polybagged the issue. Values of death of superman, the free comic book price guide. A new 52 volume dedicated to the team up of batman and superman, and how they originally met in the new 52. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with cover. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. Please only report missing issues after attempting a thorough search, and do not submit false information. The death of superman comic online free and high quality.
Kennedys assassination, cbr explores the ongoing saga behind a 1964 superman tribute story. So, the xmen comic books are listed under x and the outer limits is listed under o. I had heard of this event but i was so late to the party that it was over. Why is the death of superman such an important comic book. If you have a collection of old superman comics, send us details to get a free. Same thing when dc killed batman or marvel killed captain america. When a hulking monster emerges from an underground resting place and begins a mindless rampage, the justice league is quickly called in to stop the colossal force of nature. When dc announced its plans to kill off superman within its comic book universe.
Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover. The regular issue cost 75 cents, this being the early90s. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. Aug 26, 2011 how much are the original death of superman comic books worth. Death is only the beginning the death of superman comic book price. While all sorts of criticisms of the story are valid, there is still a lot of value in it if you read it on. Dc comics the death of superman graphic novel with death of superman comic book. In the new 52, dc s relaunch of it s entire comic book line, superman is still from krypton, was still raised on a farm in the american midwest, is still named clark kent and is still a. What is your death of superman, the comic book worth. Death and return of superman part 1, justice leaguesociety, superman published may 2011 by dc. To get the most accurate value, you would need to know which of these you have, along with what condition the comic is in. This lot contains 28 dc comics from dec 1992 thru oct 1993 of the death of superman, his funeral, the introduction of the four new supermen and the return of the original superman.
There is then a bittersweet ending with supergirl and krypto carrying on in superman s name. In 2014, a pristine issue of the 1938 comic, with its original price of 10 cents still. The graphic novel collected the seven issue storyline doomsday. The death of superman combines everything i love about wwf pro wrestling with the tight plotting of a michael bay film. Shipped on time, excellent quality, would order again. I just ordered him this comic book for his birthday and he was shocked and impressed. Dc comics, marvel comics and indie alike, nothing is free from our dramatic readings. How much is the original death of superman comic worth. Value of vintage batman comicswhenever you come across old batman comic books, check this price guide.
Aug 08, 2018 on the death of superman s bluray, there is a documentary about the doomsday fight, which features talkinghead interviews from the aforementioned martial arts instructor along with a couple of. I bought this book because i heard this was the best selling graphic novel of all time, and it do have historic value, because death of superman was a big deal. Find the value of the dc comic death of superman volume 1. A 15yearold girl named sera oyugock, granddaughter of duke oyugock, is betrayed by a member of the family and given to the cult. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939.
Jun 26, 2018 with a cast list announced and the first images released, it is already clear where some of the biggest differences between an upcoming dc animated movie and its comic book roots will be coming. A guy shows up at the daily planet building claiming to be supermans manager and clark kent has to expose him. Tales from the database mile high comics, chuck rozanski. The upcoming death of superman animated movie is different. Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps. More specifically, below is a list of editions and current prices for different grades from comic price guide. It is the last page of each book as an image doomsdays fist punches a wall over and over. Comic books in death and return of superman mycomicshop. Get the best deals on death of superman when you shop the.
Death in paradise season 8 netflix 1993 superman comic book worth. Not a sign of life in him his body is turning green from kryptonite poisoning. If youve stumbled across a treasure trove of comics, then sell my comic books is a great place to find out what you have. Two hundred golden age comics, including the first appearances of batman. The massive 11issue crossover among four different series superman, superman.
This comic issue reveals how superman came from krypton to earth, how he gained his amazing superpowers, how he assumed the secret identity of clark kent, how he met krypto, the superdog and how kryptonite can destroy him. This issue is basically the recap of supermans life. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. The death of superman was a 1992 stunt that turned out to be dcs bestselling superman comic ever. Some superman series are just one issue oneshots and others are longer series, such as adventures of superman. It s no wonder that this is the best selling comic book of all time. I can only imagine how a kid in 1961 would have handled this comic book. The death of superman was a 1992 stunt that turned out to be dc s bestselling superman comic ever. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. 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 cost. The death of superman is divided into a trilogy of story arcs. He showed studios and the world that comics were cool, both through his work writing the book, and in associating himself with the mediumthe quality and preservation of this action no. The original superman comic book series is the most popular series.
The death of superman for right or wrong is a landmark moment in comic book history. We monitor the fire hose of online comic book sales across various marketplaces and report on the sales of cgc and cbcs graded books in our comics price guide. Superman was has been, and hopefully will continue to be, one of the cornerstones of the comic book industry. With over a decade behind us now since that illadvised promotion was first conceptualized, i believe that all of us in the world of comics are still paying the price for the death of superman. The price of the death of superman comic book will vary depending on the condition. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. Feb 05, 2016 because it has never been done before. Action comics is the comic book series that started it all.
Dec 30, 2017 it depends on the edition, condition, etc. The story that drew national media attention when dc comics killed their greatest hero is collected here. On the first episode of comic book hunter i am on the hunt for the death of superman. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic. Swooping in almost at the last second to win the holy grail issue, the top bidder will now own the most expensive comic book. Comic books dramatically read by the eligible monster team. The death of superman set comics general cgc comic. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic books.
Superman comics values and price guide heritage auctions. 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. This drives the price up during an otherwise pretty average early 1950s. Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to.
As the highest selling comic of all time it caused a spectacular boom in sales during the 90s. What is the value of an unopened superman issue the death. Forget all the psychological nuance of frank miller s dark knight comics, superman is good and that s all you need to know. Despite the gap between the releases of funeral for a friend and reign of the supermen. Superman cause of death determined true detective creator nic pizzolatto has a controversial take on batman he wants to make dcs new comic book distributors are midtown comics and. A great price that includes many key issues plus two copies of the death of superman, one for reading and the other remains mint, still sealed in the black bag. Non comic fans just bought the book for an investment that didnt happen. This issue features the complete story of supermans life. Considered one of the most caffeinated coffees in the world, death wish. 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. Whether you are an avid comic collector, a repeat offender one who once collected but fell by the wayside, are new to the industry, or someone who came across some old comics, welcome to the world of comics. How much are the original death of superman comic books worth.
It was my brothers favorite present for his birthday. Comic book lot death of superman funeral for a friend 3 and 4. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics watcher. Use our articles to identify and value the comic books in your collection, or let us do the hard work for you with a free appraisal. An opened version would depend on the condition of the actual comic book. The cover is homaged and parodied by future comic books. What is the value of a 1993 superman comic funeral for a. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a 100% moneyback guaranted. Get the best deals on superman comic book collections when you shop the largest online. A year after superman hit the scene, batman made his first appearance in the 27th. How much are the original death of superman comic books. It picks up where the death of superman had left off. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition. The calm before the storm or aliens, vampires and demons oh my.
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