Superman (2023-) #1

Superman (2023) (Single Issues) #1

by Joshua Williamson, Jamal Campbell (Penciller)

IT’S THE DAWN OF DC! Superman has returned to Metropolis and his greatest enemy Lex Luthor is finally behind bars. The future of the Superman family has never been brighter! As Clark Kent settles back into his life, iconic and new enemies erupt from the shadows to strike down the Man of Steel! But waiting in the wings to back up Big Blue is…Supercorp?! What secret project has Lex given to Superman?! “A hero is only as good as their villains” will be put to the test in this brand-new oversize #1 featuring comics’ greatest superhero by DC Comics architect Joshua Williamson and award-winning superstar artist Jamal Campbell!

Genres: Comics, Dc Comics, Superman, Comic Book, Graphic Novels, Graphic Novels Comics

33 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 21, 2023

Reviews

[Molly™☺ · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fantastic start that incorporates so much of what makes Superman so great. Williamson has a good understanding of both Clark and Superman as different identities which is a differentiation that's often missed or executed poorly in modern day media. The supporting characters are also handled well, with special mentions to Lois and Lex who both exude charisma. With so much heart and charm contained within a short number of pages, it's impressive that they've also managed to set up an engaging premise that leaves you wanting more.

[Murphy C · Rating 4 out of 5]

11/25/23

[Krystal · Rating 4 out of 5]

Might as well jump on at a #1, right?

This was pretty fun. Classic 'nice guy' Clark, fiery Lois, and nefarious Lex Luthor. I liked the progression from light-hearted to 'oh daaaamn'. Clark is in a bit of trouble, it seems!

The artwork is pretty decent, and I particularly enjoyed some of the facial expressions. Colouring makes for a nice vivid story and the action was easy to follow.

I wasn't expecting to enjoy this as much as I did. It's a great jump-on point if you're looking to get into Superman comics.

[Gabriel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wonderful start to a brand new series for the GOAT, Superman.

Insane how Williamson was able to capture the essence of all main and side characters with minimal pages. Looking forward to seeing how this run progresses!

[James DeSantis · Rating 3 out of 5]

Solid opening with great art but didn't impress me beyond simple Superman story. I did like the very ending though, that can lead into some good stuff.

[awash · Rating 4 out of 5]

i love comics. no i do not need context for this story my imagination can fill in the rest

[Edward Covington · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fantastic art by Campbell, who does pencils, inks, and color I do believe. The story has some promise, too.

[RubiGiráldez RubiGiráldez · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nueva puerta de entrada a la serie regular del Hombre de Acero. Supongo que ya tocaba (ni idea, la verdad, me da mucho vértigo seguir la cronología editorial de este personaje), y desde luego este primer número logra ser una nueva introducción perfecta. Claro que es continuista y empieza con bastantes cambios en la vida de Superman y sus allegados. Pero no se hace para nada confuso y se deja entrever bien todas las tantas historias de la "Superfamily" que se han dado durante estos años.

Tanto el estilo visual como narrativo están en perfecta sintonía refrescando al personaje y su universo asociado desde las necesarias raíces clásicas.

Desde luego apetece seguir de cerca esta cabecera.

[Dave · Rating 4 out of 5]

Williamson and Campbell spring into a new beginning of sorts for Superman by having Lex in prison, but still pulling all the strings.
Lois takes Perry’s place at the Daily Planet and Lex Corps is changed to Supercorp as Mercy Graves heads up the new corporation using Superman as their figurehead with Lex’s blessing.
A lot of moving parts in this issue from Livewire (villainess from the animated series ) to the Parasite and others. I get a fun and menacing vibe from the book that I like that does make me want to stick around for a bit.

[K · Rating 5 out of 5]

Okay I loved the callback to the first Superman film. "Who's got you?!" Fantastic. Thank you.
Also Clark using noise cancelling headphones to deal with sensory issues because the world can be too much for him at times? Another thank you. Fantastic.
And then the fact that Clark has trained himself to hear certain people and only certain people and then the list is like his besties and then Lex cracks me up.

There's just a lot going on here and the plot set up is fantastic and I look forward to seeing where this is going.

[Max Solis · Rating 5 out of 5]

¡Pero qué acabo de leer! El inicio de Superman Volumen 6 me dejó con muchas ganas de continuar en la saga. El hecho de que Lex Luthor intente convencer a Superman de unirse a él para salvar a Metrópolis, con el calvo siendo prácticamente un consejero para el kryptoniano, no tiene palabras ser descrito. Además, Luthor convierte Luthorcorp en Supercorp, poniendo a disposición del Boyscout todos los recursos económicos, materiales e intelectuales para poder proteger a la ciudad y enfrentar, según él, no a los enemigos de Superman, sino a los enemigos de Lex Luthor.

[Nicolo · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read the Superman #1 Superman Day Special Edition.

I've resisted reading Williamson's Superman series until now. All it took was this Superman Day edition featuring a Nick Dragotta (Absolute Batman) cover. It's a great cover.

This was the cover to this edition:

[Martin · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am not sure I am satisfied with the new format and its price. 4.99 for 32 pages issue, but really 28 pages when you take out the 2 pages title page and the 2 pages of "coming next in Superman". That is a litle pricey and really what we should get for 3.99 on a main title like Superman.

The content, which matters most, was pretty good. Would recommend.

[James Rodrigues · Rating 4 out of 5]

A new start for the Man of Steel from writer Joshua Williamson, which captures the character so very well from his superpowered self to the beating heart and humanity that are so central to him. It captures the character voices so well amidst an engaging set-up, while Jamal Campbell captures it all in a stunning art style. Sign me up for this ongoing series.

[Leslie Carnahan · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love picking up a #1 of a comic and not needing context. A great story that's easy to follow. With great art. And great coloring. I love seeing Clark/Superman as an everyday hero. Might continue this run. :) (I'm usually more of a batman person myself ;) )

[Joey Amorim · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is fairly paint-by-numbers Superman fare, but the great art and little nuggets that Williamson throws in does still make it very intriguing, while not being overwhelming for new/lapsed readers, which I suppose is what a good #1 is supposed to do. Solid start, let's see how it shakes out.

[Steven Shinder · Rating 4 out of 5]

I feel like there's a big event I skipped over, but it's easy to catch up on what's going on. Lois and Clark are adorable together as ever, and Lex, while locked up, is still up to no good. I kinda like how the art style feels like a mix of old and new.

[Raymond Paquette]

Please eat the interns Lois. I’d love to see that.

Lex’s most diabolical plan is in the open. Trying to help Superman be better at his job.

[Jennifer Baratta · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really Lex?!?!?!

How many people want Lex Luthor dead?
In the DC Universe that could take a long time to count!
The artwork is phenomenal and so is the writing.

[KadathVoyager · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is my fresh start t0 "Superman" after a long time being away. The story holds me to the next issue. The artwork by Jamal Campbell is quite outstanding.

[Jack · Rating 4 out of 5]

My first ever Superman comic

[Tim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Perfect. No notes everyone should read this issue

[Stavroula · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars and all for Lois

[Minette Bosman Minazarova · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pretty good actually. Love the art 🎨.

[Parker J · Rating 5 out of 5]

fuck it, I'm in my Superman era now

[Ryan · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 really getting into superman more and was enjoyable.

[Debra Sue · Rating 4 out of 5]

An enjoyable read

[Kris · Rating 2 out of 5]

Woof, I'm not liking the direction DC is taking with Superman stories. Clark was pretty good and in-character, but this Lex setup? No thank you.

[Trent Crewse · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome first issue

[Jason · Rating 4 out of 5]

4
Decent start to a new Superman book