Welcome to the Superman Super Site
Superman is the brainchild of Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster who first envisioned the character in 1932 and later had his first appearance in Action Comics #1 in June 1938. What Jerry and Joe did not know at the time was that they had created a character that would become the signature icon of DC Comics and the most universally recognized hero in human history.
Since 1938, the character of Superman/Clark Kent has appeared in every imaginable media form including television, film, novelizations, and even a Broadway show.
Being Superman is the childhood fantasy of every little boy and girl (they of course want to be Supergirl). He is an enduring emblem of the American dream, the young immigrant who comes to the United States, embraces the culture and makes something of himself and enriches his adopted nation. He is a classical hero in the modern age who fights criminals, rescues the helpless and has a sense of morals and justice as strong and unshakeable as he is.
Since 1998, the Superman Super Site's mission statement has been to bring you all the latest news, updates, and information pertaining to the Man of Steel and the Superman universe in general.
It is a mission we are proud to maintain for all the fellow Superman fans of the world and everyone who visits our site because, without you, we would not exist.
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A special screening of documentary film, "Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story" will be featured during the Nantucket Film Festival which takes place June 19th - 24th, 2024 at various venues in Nantucket, MA.
Moving backward and forward in time, filmmakers Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui expertly weave together a dual narrative exploring the life-changing impact of two pivotal moments in Christopher Reeve's career: being cast in 1978's Superman and becoming paralyzed in 1995.
Decades before superheroes took over the cinemas, Reeve made the world believe a man could fly; his accident brought worldwide awareness of disability. In Super/Man, Reeve's family and close confidantes demonstrate remarkable candor in their reflections on life before and after the accident. The result is a deeply moving film foregrounding the man behind Superman - not a hagiography, but a full-fledged portrait that encompasses both the soaring heights and the dark depths of Reeve's journey.
"Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story" is produced by Bonhôte, Robert Ford, Lizzie Gillett, Words+Pictures, Passion Pictures, and Misfits Entertainment in association with Jenco Films. Executive producers include Daniel Kilroy, Kristen Lappas, Marie Margolius, Mark Meatto, David Moulton, Andee Ryder, Connor Schell, and Libby Geist.
For more information or to purchase tickets to the "Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story" screening, please visit NantucketFilmFestival.org.
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The annual Superman Celebration is held in Metropolis, Illinois during the second weekend of June and is the place to go if you are a big fan of the Man of Steel. My wife Helen and I have been attending the event for a very long time and, from my own personal experience, I can definitely say it is worth the trip.
I had been wanting to attend ever since I heard about the celebration in the Summer of 1987 when the media began covering the 50th Anniversary of Superman's debut in "Action Comic No. 1" in 1938. This is also when I first learned about the founder of the Super Museum, Jim Hambrick, on Entertainment Tonight and about Metropolis on local news channels.
Although I was initially doubtful at the time that I would ever be able to attend the celebration, eleven years later, Helen and I made the journey for my birthday in 1998. Words can't begin to describe the excitement I had that year which included meeting Mr. Hambrick and wandering through the Super Museum many times.
We also had the opportunity to watch the three-hour-long version of "Superman the Movie" which was hosted by Jim Bowers from CapedWonder.com and met actor Lane Smith who starred as Perry White in "Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman". I was captivated by the friendliness and the magic of Metropolis and couldn't wait to go back again.
Our next visit would be seven years later in 2005 which, in addition to more events being added to the celebration, saw a couple of dreams coming true including meeting actress Noel Neil (Lois Lane from "The Adventures of Superman" starring George Reeves) and her manager/autobiographer, Larry Ward whom we would both become very good friends with over the years.
Another dream coming true was meeting actress Margot Kidder - who starred in the role of Lois Lane in the Christopher Reeve films - and being able to purchase a Christopher Reeve replica cape which she had available at her table. After autographing the cape for me and discovering it was my Birthday, she put it around my neck and sang "Happy Birthday" making this one of the greatest moments in my life.
This year would also mark the first time I participated in and won Superman Jeopardy which is a trivia game show event hosted annually during the celebration by John and Alex Rinaldi from The USA Boxing News. Contestants are chosen from the audience and both John and Alex along with their sons and daughters ask Superman-related trivia questions with prizes given out to those on stage and in the audience. In my opinion, Superman Jeopardy is the best event during the celebration and John and I have become life-long friends.
Another great friend that I made in 2005 is actor Scott Cranford who was the official Superman of the Superman Celebration from 2000 – 2007. We have been attending the celebration every year since and have met many celebrities and fellow attendees that have also become life-long friends over the years including Brian and Cookie Morris, Sam Rizzo, Tim Gardner, Kenny Richardson, and actor Joshua Boultinghouse who become Metropolis' new official Superman in 2008.
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McFarlane Toys have announced the upcoming release of their new Superman 1:6 scale statue based on artwork by Jim Lee.
The statue is designed after Lee's iconic cover image of the Man of Steel from "Superman #204" (June, 2004) which features the iconic superhero standing atop a skyscraper overlooking the City of Metropolis.
The statue will feature a bonus McFarlane Toys Digital Collectible and is scheduled to launch for pre-order on April 26th at select retailers.
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Prime 1 Studio has announced the upcoming release of two new Superman statues as part of their "Next Level Showcase: XI - Monsters and Heroes" collection.
The two new collectibles feature the "Batman: Hush (Comics) Superman 1/4 Scale Statue" and the "Justice (Comics) Superman 1/4 Scale Statue".
Both statues will be available to pre-order at a later date. At this time, no retail price or release date has been announced.
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Actors Brandon Routh, Elizabeth "Bitsie" Tulloch", and Mark Pillow will be the celebrity guests in attendance at the 46th Annual Superman Celebration in Metropolis, IL taking place Friday, June 7th - Sunday, June 9th.
In 2005, Routh soared into the media limelight when cast as the Man of Steel in director Bryan Singer's highly anticipated revival of the original superhero film franchise "Superman Returns". In 2021, he returned to the role of the Man of Steel in the CW's epic crossover event, "Crisis on Infinite Earths" where he portrayed a Kingdom Come version of Superman.
Tulloch is best known for her starring roles as Lois Lane on the CW television series "Superman & Lois" and as Juliette Silverton on the NBC television series "Grimm". He has also had starring roles in the 2002 film, "Road to Perdition" opposite Tom Hanks and as Martin Brewer on seasons 8-11 of the CW television series, "7th Heaven".
Pillow is known for his starring role as Nuclear Man in "Superman IV: The Quest for Peace", the last villain to be defeated by Superman in the Christopher Reeve Film Legacy. He went on to act in the film "Wiseguy" and the "Alaska Kid" television miniseries and is now a fine wine representative where he is privileged to be associated with some of the finest and most prestigious wines in the world.
Both Routh and Tulloch will be appearing at the celebration on Saturday, June 8th only during scheduled VIP autograph sessions throughout the day which will require tickets to attend while Pillow will be appearing on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in Artists Alley/Writers Way. All three guests will be meeting fans, signing autographs, and posing for photos.
Autograph session tickets are available through the purchase of a celebration sponsorship with proceeds going towards the support of the Metropolis Chamber of Commerce and the Superman Celebration. Sponsorships range in price from $150.00 for an Individual Sponsorship up to $2,500.00 for a Kryptonite Sponsorship and are available for purchase on-line at SupermanCelebration.net.
The Superman Celebration is a long standing festival and a must see event for people of all ages, especially comic book lovers. Superman fans travel from all over the globe to visit the small southern Illinois town that is the Official Home of Superman. The real life Metropolis, with a population of 6,500 residents, welcomes approximately 30,000 people over the course of the celebration.
For more information about the 46th Annual Superman Celebration, visit SupermanCelebration.net or call the Metropolis Chamber of Commerce at 800-949-5740. For information about Metropolis attractions and lodging, visit MetropolisTourism.com or call 877-424-5025.
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Visitors to Cleveland, OH will soon have the opportunity to visit a new plaza paying tribute to Superman after the project received approval from the Cleveland Planning Commission.
The plaza will be located downtown at the Huntington Convention Center and will feature an 18-foot tall stainless steel statue of Superman, a phone booth complete with clothing from Clark Kent, and a bronze statue featuring Cleveland natives and co-creators of the Man of Steel, Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster along with Siegel's wife, Joanne pointing and looking up at Superman.
"Philadelphia has Rocky Balboa, Milwaukee has the 'Bronze Fonz.' In Cleveland, we want to bring the 'Man of Steel,'" stated architect and project manager, Nick Slaughterbeck of the Moody Nolan design firm. "Superman is arguably one of the greatest cultural contributions to American pop culture in all of American history. Cleveland should be very proud of that."
The plaza and statues were originally planned to be placed alongside the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame & Museum. However, in 2018, the developer of the property ultimately decided against allowing the project to be placed at that location.
The approved new location will require a few modifications as requested by the Cleveland Planning Commission including revisions to concrete and grassy areas, a different location for a commemorative plaque, the addition of back-to-back benches, and the creation of an ideal spot for photo and social media opportunities.
The Siegel & Shuster Society non-profit volunteer organization which is dedicated to commemorating and celebrating the creation of Superman in Cleveland will be funding costs associated with the construction of the plaza sculptures and infrastructure while maintenance of the plaza will be handled by the Cuyahoga County Convention Facilities Development Corporation.
A prospective completetion date for the Superman Tribute Plaza has yet to be announced at this time.
Source: WKYC.com.
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In celebration of the 86th Anniversary of Superman's first appearance in "Action Comics No. 1" in 1938, director James Gunn has shared a set photo from his upcoming 2025 "Superman" film.
The photo features Gunn on set alongside actors David Corenswet (Clark Kent/Superman) and Rachel Brosnahan (Lois Lane) all reading respective copies of "Action Comics #114", "Superman No. 1", and "All-Star Superman".
"On this day in 1938 the first superhero entered our atmosphere via the imaginations of Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster," states Gunn in the photo's caption. "He gave us someone to believe in, not because of his great physical power, but because of his character and determination to do right no matter what. Happy Superman Day to all of you! Up, Up, and Away."
"Superman" tells the story of Superman's journey to reconcile his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing as Clark Kent of Smallville, Kansas. He is the embodiment of truth, justice and the American way, guided by human kindness in a world that sees kindness as old-fashioned.
The film stars David Corenswet as Clark Kent/Superman, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, Terence Rosemore as Otis, Anthony Carrigan as Metamorpho, Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner/Green Lantern, Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, Edi Gathegi as Mister Terrific, María Gabriela De Faría as The Engineer, Skyler Gisondo as Jimmy Olsen, Sara Sampaio as Eve Teschmacher, Pruitt Taylor Vince as Jonathan Kent, and Neva Howell as Martha Kent.
"Superman" is currently scheduled to premiere in theaters on July 11th, 2025.
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Actress Neva Howell has been cast in the role of Clark Kent's adoptive mather, Martha Kent, in director James Gunn's "Superman" movie and is the latest addition to the cast following the news yesterday of actor Pruitt Taylor Vince being cast as Jonathan Kent.
Howell has been featured in such projects as the science fiction web series "Beckinfield", "The Edge of Sanity", "Mercy Street", "Outcast", "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul", and "The Resident".
She is the latest actress to star as the iconic DC Comics character who has previously been portrayed by Phyllis Thaxter ("Superman The Movie"), Salome Jens (The Adventures of Superboy"), K Callan ("Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman"), Annette O'Toole ("Smallville"), Eva Marie Saint ("Superman Returns"), and Diane Lane ("Man of Steel").
"Superman" tells the story of Superman's journey to reconcile his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing as Clark Kent of Smallville, Kansas. He is the embodiment of truth, justice and the American way, guided by human kindness in a world that sees kindness as old-fashioned.
In addition to Howell, the film stars David Corenswet as Clark Kent/Superman, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, Terence Rosemore as Otis, Anthony Carrigan as Metamorpho, Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner/Green Lantern, Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, Edi Gathegi as Mister Terrific, María Gabriela De Faría as The Engineer, Skyler Gisondo as Jimmy Olsen, Sara Sampaio as Eve Teschmacher, and Pruitt Taylor Vince as Jonathan Kent.
"Superman" is currently scheduled to premiere in theaters on July 11th, 2025.
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DC's 2024 Superman Superstars initiative within their Superman line of comics will continue from July to September with the all-star pairing of Gail Simone and Eddy Barrows announced as the next creative team on Action Comics, telling a new Superman story taking place at the beginning of the Man of Steel's action-packed career. Simone and Barrows's story, "Superman and the Challenge from the Stars," follows arcs from Jason Aaron and John Timms ("I, Bizarro") and Joshua Williamson and Rafa Sandoval ("House of Brainiac").
"I love the classic Superman cast, and this story is deliberately meant to echo my all-time favorite Superman time period," said Simone. "We didn't want to tell a quiet story of Superman in a diner; we wanted to have a massive threat, a war taking place all over the world, and only Superman could possibly protect his adopted planet. It is unapologetically huge in scope and fun as hell, with one of the best art teams I've ever worked with…Eddy Barrows, Danny Miki, and Rex Lokus on colors!"
The first of Simone and Barrows's three issues kicks off when a massively powerful alien race makes Earth their arena. Superman, DC's Man of Steel, must stand alone against impossible challenges that threaten locations all around the world and the lives of those he loves. Action Comics #1067 begins a not-to-be missed epic tale of Superman's strength, wit, and resourcefulness in an early stage of his public career!
"For me talking about Action Comics is something that goes beyond the title itself," shared Barrows. "I remember when I was 7 years old, I was playing on the sidewalk, and suddenly I was run over by a truck, right there. I spent 3 days fighting for my life, and during that whole year that followed I remained in bed, doing lots of physiotherapy, lots of meds and exams. Going to the doctors was a very regular thing. And it was during that time that Superman came to my life, reading Action Comics. Kal-El became a good friend of mine, making my days better. His adventures and his behavior were things that stuck with me! Reading his stories were the highlight of my days, for a 7-year-old recovering from an accident like I was. Back then I wouldn't have imagined that one day I would be helping to build his legacy: illustrating his stories. The stories of my all-time favorite superhero... SUPERMAN!"
Action Comics #1067, #1068, and #1069 (July, August, and September) will be written by Gail Simone with art by Eddy Barrows, Danny Miki, Rex Lokus and Dave Sharpe.
Action Comics #1067 will have a main cover by Eddy Barrows, Danny Miki, and Tomeu Morey, and will also carry variant covers by Wes Craig, Pablo Villalobos, and Ben Oliver (1:25), on sale Wednesday, July 10. The main Eddy Barrows cover will also be released as a foil variant cover.
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According to a new report from Deadline, actor Pruitt Taylor Vince has been cast in the role of Clark Kent's adoptive father. Jonathan Kent, in director James Gunn's "Superman" movie.
Taylor Vince has been featured in such projects as the upcoming AppleTV+ series, "Lady in the Lake", "True Blood", "The Walking Dead", "Marvel's Agents of SHIELD", "Stranger Things", and "Birdbox".
He is the latest actor to star as the iconic DC Comics character who has previously been portrayed by Glenn Ford ("Superman The Movie"), Stuart Whitman (The Adventures of Superboy"), Eddie Jones ("Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman"), John Schneider ("Smallville"), and Kevin Costner ("Man of Steel").
"Superman" tells the story of Superman's journey to reconcile his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing as Clark Kent of Smallville, Kansas. He is the embodiment of truth, justice and the American way, guided by human kindness in a world that sees kindness as old-fashioned.
In addition to Taylor Vince, the film stars David Corenswet as Clark Kent/Superman, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, Terence Rosemore as Otis, Anthony Carrigan as Metamorpho, Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner/Green Lantern, Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, Edi Gathegi as Mister Terrific, María Gabriela De Faría as The Engineer, Skyler Gisondo as Jimmy Olsen, and model Sara Sampaio as Eve Teschmacher.
"Superman" is currently scheduled to premiere in theaters on July 11th, 2025.
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Hallmark has announced the 'DC Superman Clark Kent Ornament' which will release on October 12th, 2024.
You won't want to miss adding this newsworthy scoop to your holiday decor! Clark Kent, the mild-mannered reporter with dark-rimmed glasses, is ready to become Superman with a quick change of his clothes. This Christmas tree ornament features the Man of Steel revealing his S-Shield suit underneath his shirt, ready to spring into Super Hero action.
• Additional Details: Plastic Christmas ornament features hanger attachment.
• Includes: One 2024 Keepsake Ornament in gift box for easy gift giving, preservation and storage.
• Approx. Size in Inches: 2.2 x 4.5 x 1.09
The 'DC Superman Clark Kent Ornament' retails for US$19.99 and is currently available for pre-order from Hallmark.com.
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04/01: Annette O'Toole, Lana Lang in "Superman: III" and Martha Kent in Smallville, born in Houston, TX.
04/03: Christopher Meloni, Colonel Nathan Hardy in "Man of Steel", born in 1961.
04/03: Marlon Brando, Jor-El in Superman: The Movie, born in 1924.
04/08: John Schneider, Jonathan Kent in Smallville, born in Mount Kisco, NY.
04/10: Michael Bell, Lex Luthor in the Ruby-Spears Superman cartoon, and Zan, Gleek, and Riddler from the Superfriends cartoon, born in Brooklyn, NY.
04/14: John Shea, Lex Luthor in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman TV series, born in 1949.
04/14: Mark Pillow, Nuclear Man in "Superman - IV: The Quest for Peace", born in 1959 in Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, UK.
04/24: Richard Donner, director of "Superman: The Movie" and "Superman: II - The Richard Donner Cut", born in 1930.
04/24: Stacy Haiduk, Lana Lang on the "Adventures of Superboy" television series, born in 1968 in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
04/26: Tom Welling, Clark Kent in Smallville, born in New York, NY.
04/29: Sam Jones III, Pete Ross in Smallville, born in Boston, MA.
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Continuing the legacy of the DC Super Powers line of the 1980s, comes your favorite fallen hero in the classic nostalgia series you love. The DC Super Powers Wave 6 Lord Superman 4 1/2-Inch Scale Action Figure features approximately 5 points of articulation and a soft fabric cape. He comes packaged in iconic Super Powers blister card packaging with updated artwork and logos reflecting your favorite character.
Previews Exclusive! Capture the quintessential work of one of the most influential Superman creators of all time with this striking statue of the Man of Steel from PureArts! Standing at an impressive 12-inches tall in 1:8 scale, Superman grips his flowing cape against a strong wind, recreating his pose from an iconic panel from John Byrne's revolutionary 1986 mini-series Man of Steel. Meticulously crafted, this DC Heroes Superman Classic Version 1:8 Scale Statue - Previews Exclusive is presented in a collector friendly full-color illustrated window box. An homage to the enduring legacy of John Byrne, this dynamic portrayal of Superman is sure to be a treasured addition to any DC collection!
Warner Bros. celebrates 100 years of stories with a mashup between iconic cartoon and comic book characters! This WB 100 Daffy Duck as Superman FiGPiN Classic 3-Inch Enamel Pin is #1466 in the collection and features incredible artwork based on Looney Tunes and your favorite DC Comics hero! The premium hard enamel 3-inch tall FiGPiN is amazingly detailed and is able to stand up with the signature FiGPiN rubber backer stand. The pin comes displayed in front of a backer card and is fully encapsulated in the ultra collectible FiGPiN clear protector case.
The Superman 18 oz. Stainless Steel Travel Mug with Handle features double walled stainless steel and includes a travel lid with a sliding lock. The mug is 6-inches tall, holds 18 ounces, and can be used for hot or cold beverages. It fits in most vehicle cup holders. Perfect for anyone on the go!
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Death is coming. Worse than death: oblivion. Not just for our Earth, but for everyone, everywhere, in every universe! Against this ultimate destruction, the mysterious Monitor has gathered the greatest team of Super Heroes ever assembled. But what can the combined might of Superman, Wonder Woman, Batman, The Flash, Green Lantern and hundreds of Super Heroes from multiple Earths even do to save all of reality from an unstoppable antimatter Armageddon?!
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