2017 Comic Book News Archives
August 3, 2017: "The Oz Effect" Lenticular Covers Revealed for "Action Comics"
ComicBookResources.com has been given the first look at the lenticular covers set to be released for "Action Comics #987" and "Action Comics #988", which make up the first two parts of "The Oz Effect" saga which begins in September.Mr. Oz has been a mysterious figure pulling strings in Superman's world for some months now, and his identity and plan are set to come to the fore in the upcoming story line, which will run through September, October and November. So far we have details on the first five issues of "The Oz Effect" saga.
ACTION COMICS #987
Written by DAN JURGENS
Art by VIKTOR BOGDANOVIC
Lenticular cover by NICK BRADSHAW
Variant cover by MIKEL JANIN
Retailers: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the order form for details.
"THE OZ EFFECT" part one! The agents of the mysterious Mr. Oz begin to move as the Man of Steel works to stop the chaos they unleash in Metropolis and across the globe. But when Mr. Oz steps from the shadows his identity rocks the Last Son of Krypton to his core. The story that began in DC Universe: Rebirth #1 begins to end here!
On sale SEPTEMBER 13. Lenticular version $3.99. Nonlenticular version $2.99 US. RATED T
ACTION COMICS #988
Written by DAN JURGENS
Art by PATCH ZIRCHER
Lenticular cover by NICK BRADSHAW
Variant cover by MIKEL JANIN
Retailers: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the order form for details.
"THE OZ EFFECT" part two! As Superman struggles with the ramifications of Mr. Oz's identity, the mysterious figure's origins and the long road to Superman's doorstep finally reveal themselves.
On sale SEPTEMBER 27. Lenticular version $3.99. Nonlenticular version $2.99 US. RATED T
ACTION COMICS #989
Written by DAN JURGENS
Art by VIKTOR BOGDANOVIC
Lenticular cover by NICK BRADSHAW
Variant cover by NEIL EDWARDS and JAY LEISTEN
Retailers: This issue will ship with three covers. Please see the order form for details.
"THE OZ EFFECT" part three! The startling revelation of Mr. Oz's origin has stopped the Man of Steel dead in his tracks. With Superman distracted by disasters looming around the world, Mr. Oz has the time to confront Lois Lane.
On sale OCTOBER 11. 32 pg, FC. LENTICULAR COVER $3.99 US. NON-LENTICULAR COVER $2.99 US. RATED T
ACTION COMICS #990
Written by DAN JURGENS
Art by VIKTOR BOGDANOVIC
Lenticular cover by NICK BRADSHAW
Variant cover by NEIL EDWARDS and JAY LEISTEN
Retailers: This issue will ship with three covers. Please see the order form for details.
"THE OZ EFFECT" part four! If Superman refuses to join Mr. Oz's cause, maybe Superboy will! The mysterious villain hits Superman where it hurts when Oz and Jon join forces. But the stakes are raised when the Last Son of Krypton is forced to choose between his son and saving his adopted home planet.
On sale OCTOBER 25. 32 pg, FC. LENTICULAR COVER $3.99 US. NON-LENTICULAR COVER $2.99 US. RATED T
ACTION COMICS #991
Written by DAN JURGENS
Art by VIKTOR BOGDANOVIC
Lenticular cover by NICK BRADSHAW
Variant cover by NEIL EDWARDS and JAY LEISTEN
Retailers: This issue will ship with three covers. Please see the order form for details.
"THE OZ EFFECT" part five! After being revealed as [REDACTED], Mr. Oz makes his last moves against the Man of Steel and his family and leaves the Man of Tomorrow wondering what other secrets and lies await him in the future as "The Oz Effect" comes to a close.
On sale NOVEMBER 8. All 32 pg, FC. LENTICULAR COVER $3.99 US. NON-LENTICULAR COVER $2.99 US. RATED T
Look for the lenticular covers for other "Action Comics" issues to be released in the coming weeks.
2017 Comic News
Listed below are all the Comic News items archived for 2017.- January 7, 2017: Taylor and Byrne Talk “Justice League/Power Rangers” Crossover
- January 13, 2017: Superman to Get New Comic Book Costume
- January 18, 2017: Free Digital Chapters from DC Super Hero Girls Comic Book
- January 18, 2017: DC Comics Raises Comic Book Prices, Adds Digital Codes
- January 19, 2017: Examining Superman's Upcoming Costume Change
- January 20, 2017: “Injustice 2” Prequel Comic Book Coming April 11
- January 24, 2017: New Superman Costume - Poll Results
- February 15, 2017: Artist Jorge Jimenez Talks About “Super Sons #1”
- February 16, 2017: New Writer Taking Over “Trinity” From Issue #7
- February 22, 2017: Tom Taylor Talks “Injustice 2” and Supergirl's Backstory
- March 1, 2017: What is Mr. Oz's Secret Plan for Superman?
- March 9, 2017: Twenty Years On - Dan Jurgens Talks About Electric Superman
- March 9, 2017: “Superman: The Golden Age” - A Free Fan Comic
- March 22, 2017: Dan Jurgens and Peter Tomasi Talk About “Superman Reborn”
- April 11, 2017: Tom Taylor Discusses “Injustice 2” Comic Book Series
- April 12, 2017: Dan Jurgens Unites Superman's Villains in “Action Comics #977”
- April 25, 2017: Favorite Superman Comic Book Story - Poll Results
- April 26, 2017: Dan Jurgens Clears Up Superman's Mixed Reality
- April 26, 2017: DC Super Hero Girls Creative Team Free Comic Book Day Signing
- May 1, 2017: Superman Artist Viktor Bogdanovic Signs New Deal with DC Comics
- May 3, 2017: Dean Cain Promotes Free Comic Book Day
- May 11, 2017: Video - Top 10 Superman Comic Book Stories of All Time
- May 15, 2017: Geoff Johns Teases “Doomsday Clock”
- May 15, 2017: DC Comics Announces “Metal” Comic Book Event
- May 15, 2017: Shopping - Top 10 Superman Comic Book Stories of All Time
- May 16, 2017: Tom Taylor on the Connection Between “Injustice 2” Comic Book and Video Game
- May 22, 2017: Dan Jurgens Talks “Revenge” and the Future of “Action Comics”
- May 30, 2017: Comic Book Reviews - Poll Results
- June 19, 2017: Video Interview - Tom Taylor Talks About “Injustice 2” Comic Book Series
- July 6, 2017: Watch as Jorge Jiminez Draws Superboy, Jon Kent
- July 8, 2017: DC Entertainment at San Diego Comic-Con 2017
- July 23, 2017: Frank Miller and John Romita Jr. Creating “Superman: Year One”
- July 31, 2017: Bryan Hitch Leaving “Justice League” Comic Book
- August 3, 2017: “The Oz Effect” Lenticular Covers Revealed for “Action Comics”
- August 14, 2017: John Romita Jr. Talks “Superman: Year One”
- August 30, 2017: Rorschach Featured on Lenticular Cover for “Doomsday Clock #1”
- August 31, 2017: New Story and Creators Announced for SUPERMAN #31 and #32
- September 12, 2017: “Action Comics #987” - Who is Mr. Oz?
- September 15, 2017: DC Comics Updates Lenticular Cover to “Action Comics #988”
- September 15, 2017: New Creative Team for “Justice League” Comic Book
- September 16, 2017: Champion of the Oppressed - Superman Protects Immigrant Workers
- September 22, 2017: First Trailer for “Doomsday Clock”
- September 25, 2017: Henry Cavill Celebrates National Comic Book Day
- September 26, 2017: DC Entertainment Announces New York Comic Con 2017 Schedule
- September 28, 2017: DC Comics Celebrates “Justice League” Movie with Variant Covers
- September 28, 2017: Celebrate “Justice League Day” on November 18
- October 4, 2017: “Superman #34” Variant Cover to Celebrate 800th Adventure
- October 5, 2017: Star-Studded Celebration Planned for “Action Comics #1000”
- October 11, 2017: Dan Jurgens Talks About Why Superman Still Resonates
- October 12, 2017: Exclusive - Steve Orlando Talks About “Supergirl”
- October 16, 2017: DC Comics Cancels “Superwoman” Comic Book
- November 10, 2017: DC Comics Announces “DC Super Hero Girls: Spaced Out” Series
- November 14, 2017: DC Comics Fires Eddie Berganza Over Sexual Harassment Allegations
- November 15, 2017: Superman Exhibit Pivotal to Brian Michael Bendis Joining DC Comics
- November 16, 2017: Limited Edition “Superman #75” Variant Cover at ACE Comic Con
- November 20, 2017: Everything You Need to Know Ahead of “Doomsday Clock”
- November 22, 2017: Fans See in “Doomsday Clock #1” at Midnight Fan Celebrations
- December 1, 2017: DC Comics Launches New Cover Designs
- December 9, 2017: “Death of Superman” Panel From ACE Comic-Con
- December 19, 2017: Where is “Action Comics #1000”?
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