The original teams from the classic event return for one more crack at four Supermans in DC Comics’ The Return of Superman 30th Anniversary Special #1.
We reviewed the book on the Stack podcast. But in the interest of highlighting more about the title, here’s a summary of the conversation with our thoughts. And if you prefer the longer audio version, that’s below as well!
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The Return of Superman 30th Anniversary Special #1 Review:
Thirty years ago, we were introduced to four Supermen: Cyborg Superman, Superboy, Steel, and The Eradicator. Now, the original teams are back for new tales of the characters.
Host Pete LePage said the book made him miss the ’90s and appreciated “going back in time” for the nostalgic journey of the book.
Justin Tyler agreed, adding that the book “does take you right back there.” He also appreciated recalling a time before these sorts of resurrections and twists were the status quo. “Just a great story, and to get back into it with, the key thing here is with the original art teams, was a great way to take you back to that.”
Host Alex Zalben seemed a little less enthused with the book, calling out the framing device of Lois Lane dealing with a Cyborg Superman attack by reading Perry White’s journals from during the event. Of the stories, he enjoyed the Superboy one the best, saying, “that’s the one that was the most fun, and got most towards the character for me.” That said, he did “appreciate this as a tribute,” while “trying to do something new.”
The Return of Superman 30th Anniversary Special #1 Official Synopsis:
Superman returns! After the tragic events of more than 30 years ago, when Superman met his end at the hands of Doomsday, Metropolis mourned the loss of their greatest hero and soon turned their attention to the search for his successor. Four Supermen rose to the challenge: Superboy, Steel, Eradicator, and Cyborg Superman. Each with their own strengths and weaknesses, they fought in honor of the original Man of Steel. Little did they know, his return was just around the corner!
To celebrate the Reign of the Supermen and Return of Superman, DC has brought back the original creative teams for new stories set in the wake of Superman’s death. It all begins with new Daily Planet editor-in-chief Lois Lane discovering Perry White’s journals from the time and the secrets he kept as he searched for who could be the next Superman. What could this discovery mean for our present? Find out in this special that’s sure to be a classic in the future!
