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Superman

Created by
Jerry Siegel, Joe Shuster
First Film
Superman
Latest Film
Man of Steel
First TV Show
Superman
Latest TV Show
Superman & Lois
TV Show(s)
Superman, Smallville, Superman & Lois, Superman: The Animated Series, Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman

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15 Best Superman Villains Who Didn't Make a Good First Impression

Some of Superman's most iconic villains debuted in questionable manners, with bad first impressions, but they developed nicely over time.

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10 Upgrades From Villains That Superman Could Use

Superman has made great use of his Kryptonian superpowers and tech. However, he could stand to borrow some tricks from villains like Lex Luthor.

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10 Superman Villains You Didn't Even Know Existed

Superman has many iconic villains, but some of his lesser-known foes are so obscure that even hardcore fans don't remember them.

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The Bombshell Secret Behind Superman's Origin

In the latest Comic Book Legends Revealed, we explore the major revelation of the connection between Superman and Philip Wylie's Gladiator

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The Chaotic History Of Superman's Forgotten Daughter

Jon Kent is often the first DC character people think of when discussing Superman's children, but the Man of Steel also has a canonical daughter.

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10 Reasons Death/Return Of Superman Is The Man Of Steel's Best Event

30 years ago, DC shocked the world when they killed off Superman. Today, that epic saga that concluded with his return still hasn't been topped.

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EXCLUSIVE: Superman vs. Meshi Creators Talk About the Justice League and Japanese Cuisine

In a unique new story, Superman finds himself in Japan and enjoying the country's cuisine.

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10 Things About Superman That Make No Sense

Superman may be one of the greatest heroes in comics, but there's a lot in his history that makes no sense and could use some elaboration from DC.

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10 Golden Age DC Characters Better Than Their Silver Age Counterparts

Golden Age versions of Flash, Wonder Woman and other Justice Society heroes are actually superior to their Silver Age counterparts in many ways.

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Superman vs Meshi: Satoshi Miyagawa & Kai Kitago Tour Japanese Food with the Man of Steel

In an interview with CBR, Superman vs. Meshi creators Satoshi Miyagawa and Kai Kitago talk about bringing the Justice League to Japanese cuisine.

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Marvel's Squadron Supreme Versus DC's Retaliators — Which Company Has The Better Pastiche?

Marvel created its pastiche of DC's Justice League, the Squadron Supreme, in 1971, and DC's Retaliators cropped up that same year. Who did it better?

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Was There Nearly a Superman/Youngblood Crossover in the 1990s?

In the latest Comic Book Legends Revealed, learn whether there was nearly a Superman/Youngblood crossover in the 1990s

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Superman Writer Joe Casey Talks About DC's Upcoming Kneel Before Zod

Renowned Superman writer Joe Casey is once again heading to Krypton, but this time he's focusing on the villain, General Zod.

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Superman's Greatest Weakness Isn't Actually Kryptonite

Kryptonite may be famous for being Superman's most well-known weakness, but it isn't the Man of Steel's greatest deficiency.

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10 Best Superman Comics For Non-Superman Fans

Superman might not be everyone's cup of tea, but these classic stories are sure to make a fan out of anyone unfamiliar with the Man of Steel.

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How Zack Snyder Turned Superman Into DC's Darth Vader

Snyder boldly applied Shakespearean elements from Anakin Skywalker's downfall arc to the DCEU Superman, transforming Clark Kent into a tragic hero.

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How The Return Of Superman Arc Destroyed Hal Jordan

The Death of Superman was one of the biggest events in DC history, however, its most lasting impact wasn't on the Man of Steel, but on Hal Jordan.

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Every Superman Comic Currently Running (& Their Most Recent Issue)

Following the adventures of Superman, Jon Kent, Conner Kent, and more, DC's various Superman comics keep fans entertained throughout the month.

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10 Most Important Superman Milestones In DC Comics

Superman and his Super Family and supporting cast have achieved many important milestones through DC's many New 52 reboots and Rebirths.

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Smallville's Tom Welling Suits Back Up as Superman in DC Art

Smallville fans are still imagining what Tom Welling would look like as an older version of the Man of Steel.

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