Where to Start Reading Superman After James Gunn's Movie

Where to Start Reading Superman After James Gunn's Movie

The BEST Superman Comics for New Readers

Superman is the most powerful being on Earth, but all he wants to do is help. That is why he matters. If you just watched Superman by James Gunn and want to start reading, this guide points you to the best books to jump in.

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All Star Superman

Grant Morrison, Frank Quitely, Jamie Grant

A complete story about what Superman does when he knows his time is short. It pulls playful Silver Age ideas into a modern classic with big heart.

Shop: Absolute All Star Superman New Edition


The Death and Return of Superman

Dan Jurgens and the 90s teams

The landmark saga where Superman falls to Doomsday, four would be heirs appear, and hope returns. Read it as a compendium or as an omnibus. Pick one format and you are set.


Kingdom Come

Mark Waid, Alex Ross

A future where the old guard returns to show a new generation what heroism looks like. Painted art that makes legends feel real.

Shop: Absolute Kingdom Come New Edition


Superman by Kurt Busiek

Kurt Busiek with Geoff Johns

Up Up and Away follows Clark after a year without powers as he finds his way back to being Superman. Secret Identity is included inside this volume, so you get two great experiences in one.


Rebirth Era Superman

Peter J Tomasi, Patrick Gleason, Dan Jurgens

Superman as husband and dad while still saving the world. Family, heart, and classic foes. Great for new readers.


Alan Moore Superman Stories

Alan Moore with Curt Swan and Dave Gibbons

Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow is a moving farewell to the Silver Age take on the character and pairs with other key tales from that era.


Geoff Johns and Gary Frank Superman

Geoff Johns, Richard Donner, Gary Frank, Adam Kubert

Modern cornerstone stories including Last Son, Brainiac, and Superman and the Legion of Super Heroes. This Absolute also includes Secret Origin.


Superman Up in the Sky

Tom King, Andy Kubert

Linked short stories that ask how far Superman will go to save one child. Inventive and heartfelt.

Shop: Superman Up in the Sky Deluxe Edition


Superman For All Seasons

Jeph Loeb, Tim Sale

A lyrical look at Clark becoming Superman across four seasons of his life, with timeless art.

Shop: Absolute Superman For All Seasons


Superman Birthright

Mark Waid, Leinil Francis Yu, Dave McCaig

A modern origin that makes Clark feel global and grounded. Friendship with Lex, a fresh take on the symbol, and a finale that hits.

Shop: Superman Birthright Deluxe Edition


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