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Noteworthy Superman dates to remember...
June 2: Stephan Bender, young Clark Kent in Superman Returns, born in Missouri in 1989.
June 2: Ron Ely, Superman in the Superboy TV series, born in Hereford, Texas in 1938.
June 5: Artist Wayne Boring (Superman, Action Comics) born in 1905.
June 6-9: The 2013 Superman Celebration takes place in Metropolis, Illinois.
June 10: World Premiere of Man of Steel takes place in New York, USA.
June 10: John Byrne presents a new Superman in 1986 with the release of Man of Steel #1.
June 11: Man of Steel Soundtrack by Hans Zimmer is released on CD.
June 11: Sherman Howard, Lex Luthor in the Superboy TV series, born in Chicago, Illinois in 1949.
June 12: UK Premiere ofMan of Steel takes place in Leicester Square, London.
June 12: LA Film Fest screening ofMan of Steel takes place in Los Angeles at 7.30pm.
June 12: DC Entertainment partners with comic book retailers and bookstores across America to declare Wednesday, June 12 MAN OF STEEL DAY in 2013.
June 13: Man of Steel Advanced Screenings begin at 7pm across the USA.
June 13: Man of Steel is released to cinemas across Latin America/Caribbean and much of Asia.
June 13: Danny Dark, the voice of Superman from 1973-1985 for Hanna-Barbara, dies in 2004, aged 65.
June 13: Lane Smith, Perry White in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman TV series, dies in 2005, aged 69.
June 14: Man of Steel is released to cinemas across North America, Canada, United Kingdom, Middle East, Africa and India.
June 15: Artist Ross Andru (Action Comics) born in 1925.
June 16: George Reeves, star of the Adventures of Superman television series, dies in 1959.
June 16: Long-time Superman artist Curt Swan dies in 1997.
June 16: Traditionally commemorated as the day Krypton was destroyed.
June 18: Bud Collyer, born Clayton Johnson Heermance, Jr., the voice of Superman in the 1940's radio series, born in New York City, NY in 1908.
June 18: Traditionally recognized as the day Kal-El landed on Earth.
June 19: Man of Steel is released to cinemas across Belgium, France, Iceland, and Switzerland.
June 19: Superman editor Julius Schwartz born in 1915.
June 20: Man of Steel is released to cinemas across Greece, Hungary, and Russia.
June 21: Erica Durance, Lois Lane in the Smallville TV series, born in Calgary, Alberta, Canada in 1978.
June 21-23: Supanova Pop Culture Expo in Sydney at the Olympic Park Showground.
June 24: Australian Premiere ofMan of Steel takes place in Sydney.
June 25: Margot Kidder appearing at the Astor Theatre in St. Kilda, Melbourne.
June 27: Man of Steel is released to cinemas across Australia and New Zealand.
June 27: Writer and artist Dan Jurgens (Superman) born in 1959.
June 28: Man of Steel is released to cinemas across South Africa.
June 21-23: Supanova Pop Culture Expo in Sydney at the Olympic Park Showground.
June 28: Superman Returns is released to cinemas in 2006.
June 28-30: Supanova Pop Culture Expo in Perth at the Claremont Showgrounds.

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WELCOME TO THE SUPERMAN HOMEPAGEPrint

Dedicated to Andrew J Gould - the original keeper of the Superman Homepage!


Welcome! This website is devoted to DC Comics’ Superman, the first and best comic book superhero, who was created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. This website is dedicated to giving you information on Superman in all forms of media.

If this is your first visit to this website, then we invite you to take our Guided Tour. If you just want a quick explanation of what’s available within each section visit the Information Page. Otherwise just dive right in and jump to the various sections of the Superman Homepage by clicking on the navigational links on the left hand side of the screen or those in the "Timeline" menu at the top of the screen.





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LATEST HEADLINES!

Below are the very latest events surrounding the Man of Steel! Check the "What’s New" page for a complete list of other recent items.

June 19, 2013: Man of Steel: Inside the Legendary World of SupermanPrint

World of Superman The book titled "Man of Steel: Inside the Legendary World of Superman" by author Daniel Wallace is now available.

"Man of Steel: Inside the Legendary World of Superman" offers an intimate look at the reinvention of the world's most iconic superhero through the eyes of acclaimed director Zack Snyder (300, Watchmen) and producer Christopher Nolan (The Dark Knight Trilogy). This unique companion book offers a rich selection of materials, from concept art and behind-the-scenes set photography to director commentary and interviews with key creatives, unlocking the secrets behind giving new life to an immortal hero.

Warner Bros. have given the Superman Homepage a look inside the 160 page book via the attached 10 page PDF file (13.4mb).

Order your copy of "Man of Steel: Inside the Legendary World of Superman" from our Online Store.


June 19, 2013: Superman Celebration - Interview with Tracy ScogginsPrint

Superman Celebration Tracy Scoggins, who played Cat Grant in the TV series "Lois & Clark" chats with Steve Younis during her time at the 2013 Superman Celebration in Metropolis, Illinois.

Look for more videos from my trip to the 2013 Superman Celebration in the coming days.

Steve Younis


June 19, 2013: Superman Celebration - Interview with Danny KelleyPrint

Superman Celebration Steve Younis interviews Danny Kelley to ask him all about his "Man of Steel" costume which he wore during the 2013 Superman Celebration in Metropolis, Illinois.

Look for more videos from my trip to the 2013 Superman Celebration in the coming days.

Steve Younis


June 19, 2013: "Man of Steel" Featurette from MTV TaiwanPrint

Man of Steel Ahead of the release of "Man of Steel" in Taiwan, the local MTV branch there put together this 11 minute featurette about the movie, including cast interviews and behind-the-scenes footage not seen before.

Now in cinemas, "Man of Steel" stars Henry Cavill as Superman, Michael Shannon as General Zod, Amy Adams as Lois Lane, Kevin Costner as Jonathan Kent, Diane Lane as Martha Kent, Russell Crowe as Jor-El, Ayelet Zurer as Lara Lor-Van, Laurence Fishburne as Perry White, Antje Traue as Faora, Harry Lennix as General Swanwick and Christopher Meloni as Col. Hardy.


June 19, 2013: Toys of Steel Review - Mattel: DCUC 90s SupermanPrint

90s Superman By Jasper Lloyd Tan

Well, I guess I have to apologize that this Superman figure was sidestepped for the past two entries in favor of the newer releases, the Mattel Injustice Superman and the Mattel Movie Masters "Man of Steel" Superman. But since both of those figures had no bearing to Superman's comic book continuity, let me get back to my regular programming by reviewing the Mattel DCUC 90s Superman.

Since Superman's return from death, Superman's editorial team decided to give Superman a new look by giving him longer hair. I don't know the reasoning behind this, but when Superman was put on the regeneration chamber during his death, his time spent there made his hair grow. Since then, Superman never bothered to cut those locks and just leave them be. The longer hair was so 80s (see McGyver), but maybe the writers thought that by giving Superman the mullet hair, he would channel the look of the classic strong men of yesteryear like Conan, Tarzan, and Samson. But whatever real reasons the editorial team had, the longer haired Superman still had a good three year run of stories. In fact he was essentially a part of the relaunched Justice League comic book which was written by Grant Morrison. In his own books, the 90s writing team of Jurgens, Stern, Simonson, Karl Kesel, and David Michelinie featured action packed stories that further rooted the post-crisis Superman's mythology.

In fact, he was even given a new comic book series titled Superman: Man of Tomorrow. Stories such as "Bizarro's World", "Battle for Metropolis", "Fall of Metropolis", "Dead Again", "Death of Clark Kent", "Trial of Superman", among others continued and concluded the plot threads that were planted before Superman's death. With one underlying plot thread, Superman and Lois' relationship, going from strong, to near break up, reconciliation, and the eventual marriage. We would last see Superman's long hair when he and Lois finally decided to walk down the aisle. Maybe he thought that he need to have a cleaner look on his wedding day. Thus, the mullet hair had to go and went back for the classic hair style that he is popularly known for.

Read Jasper's complete Mattel's DCUC 90s Superman Action Figure review right here at the Superman Homepage.


June 19, 2013: Superman in the Bronze Age Podcast - Episode 77Print

Superman in the Bronze Age "Superman in the Bronze Age" is a podcast hosted by Charlie Niemeyer, covering Superman's adventures from Action Comics #393 in 1970 to Action Comics #583 in 1986.

    Welcome to Episode 77 of Superman in the Bronze Age. Yes, the 12th most spectacular movie event of 1983 is here. Listen as I watch Richard Pryor stick to the script, Superman fight Clark at a wrecking yard, and the most epic shirt rip ever. Plus, a little bit of trivia at no additional cost!

"Superman in the Bronze Age" is a proud member of the Superman Podcast Network. You may also subscribe to the podcast through iTunes or the RSS Feed.


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June 18, 2013: Crafting the "Man of Steel" Score with Hans ZimmerPrint

Soundtrack CDs We get a look behind-the-scenes with Hans Zimmer as he talks on camera about crafting the "Man of Steel" score.


June 18, 2013: Henry Cavill Promotes Australian "Man of Steel" ReleasePrint

Man of Steel Village Roadshow, partner to Warner Bros. in Australia, have released the following message from Henry Cavill, promoting the June 27 release of "Man of Steel" in Australia.

Check out a whole slew of interviews with the cast and crew for "Man of Steel" at the Roadshow YouTube channel.

Henry Cavill, Russell Crowe and Zack Snyder will attend the Australian Premiere of "Man of Steel" in Sydney on June 24.


June 18, 2013: Superman Comics Available This WeekPrint

AOS #8 PreviewsWorld.com has released the list of comic books and other items on sale this week. Here are the Superman related items in that list...

Available This Week: June 19, 2013.

The following products are expected to ship to comic book specialty stores this week, with all comics also available for digital download. Note that this list is tentative and subject to change. Please check with your retailer for availability.

Click on the comic book name to purchase its printed edition from TFAW.com.

Click on the Kindle icon (Kindle Edition) next to a comic's title to download its digital edition from our Online Store.

Click on the magnifying glass icon (Sneak Peek) next to a comic's title to view a sneak peek at the pages within.


June 18, 2013: Henry Cavill's Amusing Interview with Empire OnlinePrint

Man of Steel In one of the funnier interviews we've seen with Henry Cavill, Empire Online asks him about how he plans to use his new fame, training as a journalist and other nerdy questions...

Source: Empire Magazine.


June 18, 2013: Zack Snyder and David Goyer Discuss "Man of Steel"Print

Man of Steel Empire Online spoke at length with "Man of Steel" director Zack Snyder and screen writer David Goyer about the movie, the decisions made in the script and more...

    While chatting to Empire, "Man of Steel" director Zack Snyder speaks at length about the decision to have Superman kill General Zod in order to save a family of innocents. He reveals that in the original version of the script the character was simply once again banished to the Phantom Zone, but Snyder was adamant that Kal-El should kill Zod - because otherwise where does his aversion to killing originate from? He also shares details of another action scene on Kryton that didn't make the final cut, in which one of Jor El's AIs takes humanoid form and battles Zod's pack of genetically engineered dogs! It's all great stuff so be sure to take a listen from the time Snyder comes in around the 50 minute mark, and then David S. Goyer chimes in too, revealing that Chris Nolan was against Zod's death at the hands of Superman at first. Plus, he once again speaks about WB's plans for a shared DC movie universe.

Source: Empire Online