2020 Merchandise & Miscellaneous News Archives
June 10, 2020: Virtual 2020 Superman Celebration
Due to COVID-19, the annual Superman Celebration in Metropolis, Illinois was cancelled for 2020, but fans have rallied together to put on a Virtual 2020 Superman Celebration as a way to gather online and celebrate the Man of Steel while also supporting the city of Metropolis. Events will take place via the Zoom video conferencing app throughout the weekend.Note: This event has no official affiliation with the city of Metropolis, the Superman Celebration, or any other official entity.
2020 Virtual Superman Celebration Schedule:
(All times noted in EST/ CST/ MST and PST)
FRIDAY - JUNE 12
6:00 PM (EST) 5:00 PM (CST) 4:00 PM (MST) 3:00 PM (PST)
OPENING CEREMONIES
8:00 PM (EST) 7:00 PM (CST) 6:00 PM (MST) 5:00 PM (PST)
KARAOKE WITH RAY MARTINEZ AND JUSTIN OLINGHOUSE
SATURDAY - JUNE 13
11:00 AM (EST) 10:00 AM (CST) 9:00 AM (MST) 8:00 AM (PST)
TODD AARON PANEL
12:00 PM (EST) 11: 00 AM (CST) 10:00 AM (MST) 9:00 AM (PST)
TALKING WITH THE SUPER SON: HENDRIE WEISINGER Q&A: In the Silver Age of Comics, Superman reigned supreme on the comic book rack. Under the editorship of Mort Weisinger, the Superman mythos exploded as his writers added Supergirl, the Legion of Super-Heroes, Brainiac, the Bizarro World and numerous legendary Imaginary Stories that stand as some of the best superhero tales ever created. Join us as we talk to Mort's son, Hendrie, about his dad, his career and his lasting impact on Superman. Dan Johnson (moderator)
1:00 PM (EST) 12:00 PM (CST) 11: 00 AM (MST) 10:00 AM (PST)
YOU CAN CALL HIM CHIEF!: MICHAEL EURY Q&A SESSION: Michael Eury is a comics editor and writer as well as one of the medium's leading historians. Besides having worked for DC Comics, Dark Horse Comics and Comico, he is also the editor of Back Issue! and RetroFan for TwoMorrows and he is an advisor for The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide. Join us as we discuss Michael's work that includes The Krypton Companion and Back Issue! #109, which was devoted entirely to celebrating the 40th anniversary of Superman: The Movie. Brian K. Morris (moderator)
2:00 PM (EST) 1:00 PM (CST) 12:00 PM (MST) 11: 00 AM (PST)
WHY CAN'T WE BE (SUPER) FRIENDS?: A SPECIAL FAN PANEL: There was a time they were the World's Finest! The Man of Steel and the Caped Crusader! Superman and Batman! A force for good to be reckoned with! Partners in crimefighting! Best friends! And then Frank Miller's The Dark Knight Returns came along and shattered that friendship. Today modern fans feel there is no seeing eye to eye with these two heroes and in the real world, they could never be friends. But this isn't the real world, kids! This is comics! Join us as the Pro Super Friends take on the Con Super Friends to decide once and for all if Clark and Bruce can get along! Panelists- Michal Eury, Dan Johnson (moderator), Elliot S! Maggin, Brian K. Morris
3:00 PM (EST) 2:00 PM (EST) 1:00 PM (MST) 12:00 PM (PST)
BEING SUPERMAN: An interview with Kevin Caliber. Panelists Kevin Caliber Sassy-Ann Shenefield (moderator)
4:00 PM (EST) 3:00 PM (CST) 2:00 PM (MST) 1:00 PM (PST)
SUPERHERO FAN MAKES GOOD!: JEFFREY BRESLAUER Q&A: Jeffrey Breslauer is an actor who has a knack for showing up in superhero projects. He has worked on episodes of Swamp Thing and Superboy, had an uncredited part in Thomas Jane's Punisher movie and he is the official voice of the Joker for all the Six Flags Parks! Part of the reason Jeffrey gets these roles is because he is a super actor and also a super fan! Join us as we discuss his career and his passion for superheroes! Dan Johnson (moderator)
5:00 PM (EST) 4:00 PM (CST) 3:00 PM (MST) 2:00 PM (PST)
CHARLEE'S SUPER HAIR TUTORIAL: Charlee will be hosting a watch party of his hair tutorial with room for follow-up questions
6:00 PM (EST) 5:00 PM (CST) 4:00 PM (MST) 3:00 PM (PST)
SUPERMAN TRIVIA: How well do you know the Man of Steel and his Super Friends? Test your knowledge as one of our contestants! Dan Johnson hosting
7:00 PM (EST) 6:00 PM (CST) 5:00 PM (MST) 4:00 PM (PST)
GROWING UP WITH SUPERMAN: AARON SMOLINKSI Q&A: Aaron Smolinski has been a part of the Superman Legacy since he was cast as Young Clark in 1978's Superman: The Movie at the age of three. After playing the orphan from space who would grow up to become the Man of Steel, Aaron was later cast in small roles in Superman III (he is the youngster standing at the photo booth where Christopher Reeve's Clark Kent goes to change into Superman at the beginning of the movie) and Man of Steel (he is one of the American soldiers that encounters Henry Cavill's Superman). Join us as he recounts his time working on the movie that defined the modern superhero epic and its follow-up films. Dan Johnson (moderator)
8:00 PM (EST) 7:00 PM (CST) 6:00 PM (MST) 5:00 PM (PST)
JAMIE KELLEY CONCERT (HOSTED ON HIS FACEBOOK PAGE)
SUNDAY - JUNE 14
12:00 PM (EST) 11: 00 AM (CST) 10:00 AM (MST) 9:00 AM (PST)
SUPERMAN RADIO SHOW RETROSPECTIVE: Join us as our Super Fans discuss recreating exciting episodes from the Superman Radio Series!
1:00 PM (EST) 12:00 PM (CST) 11: 00 AM (MST) 10:00 AM (PST)
KIDS'S COSTUME SHOWCASE: Anyone who would like to participate can spend 30 seconds talking about/showing off their costume-the construction, why they chose that character, etc. (hosted by Kelly & Kevin Williams/Muley)
2:00 PM (EST) 1:00 PM (CST) 12:00 PM (MST) 11: 00 AM (PST)
ADULT COSTUME SHOWCASE: Anyone who would like to participate can spend 30 seconds talking about/showing off their costume-the construction, why they chose that character, etc. (hosted by Kelly & Kevin Williams/Muley)
3:00 PM (EST) 2:00 PM (EST) 1:00 PM (MST) 12:00 PM (PST)
WADES WORLD: Q&A Session with Martheus, Janet, & Anakin Wade, creators of the Toshigawa Universe
4:00 PM (EST) 3:00 PM (CST) 2:00 PM (EST) 1:00 PM (MST)
THE 'S' STANDS FOR SUPER!: ELLIOT S! MAGGIN Q&A SESSION: Elliot S! Maggin is a writer who has written journalism, novels, television shows and films. Elliot is also a recipient of the Bill Finger Award for Excellence in Comic Book Writing and he was one of the primary writers for Superman during the Bronze Age of Comics. In addition, Elliot's first two novels were Last Son of Krypton and Miracle Monday and each featured the Man of Steel. He also wrote the novelization of the popular Kingdom Come comic book mini-series. Join us as we discuss Elliot's career in comics, his association with Superman and his career that spans over forty years. Kenny Richardson (moderator)
5:00 PM (EST) 4:00 PM (EST) 3:00 PM (CST) 2:00 PM (EST)
WHY WE NEED SUPERMAN NOW: A SPECIAL FAN PANEL: "Even in the darkest times, hope cuts through. Hope is the light that lifts us out of darkness." This quote from Brandon Routh's Superman defines what makes the Man of Steel special to so many of his fans. He is a fictional character, but the ideals he stands for like hope and truth and justice are the things everyone is looking for in today's crazy, mixed-up world. Our panel of fans will discuss what makes Superman special to them and why they believe the world needs the Man of Steel more than ever. Panelists- Jeffrey Breslauer, Dan Johnson (moderator), Kelly Guentner and Brian K. Morris
MONDAY - JUNE 15
9:00 AM (EST) 8:00 AM (EST) 7:00 (MST) 6:00 (PST)
BOO HOO BREAKFAST - hosted by Brandon Wheatley
2020 Merchandise & Miscellaneous News
Listed below are all the Merchandise & Miscellaneous News items archived for 2020.- January 2, 2020: Order the McFarlane Toys Superman Action Figures Now!
- January 2, 2020: Hot Toys Justice League 1/6th Scale Superman Collectible Figure
- January 2, 2020: McFarlane Toys Unveils DC Comics Action Figure Line
- January 2, 2020: Superman Christmas Presents - Poll Results
- January 4, 2020: DC Comics Glow-In-The-Dark Art
- January 6, 2020: Online Auction for Rare Superman Collectible Cards
- January 6, 2020: Shopping - Superman Glow-in-the-Dark Collectibles
- January 7, 2020: Massive Savings Off Superman Collectibles at Fun.com
- January 9, 2020: New “DC Super Hero Girls” Super Shorts Episode - “Sucker Punch”
- January 9, 2020: Superman in 2020 - Poll Results
- January 12, 2020: DC Comics Superman and Lex Luthor Statue by Jim Shore
- January 13, 2020: Shopping - “Crisis on Infinite Earths” Comic Books and Collectibles
- January 16, 2020: Pre-Order the Superman: Call to Action Premium Format Figure
- January 16, 2020: Superman Homepage “Versus” Video - Superman vs One-Punch Man
- January 17, 2020: Giveaway Contest - Superman iTOUCH PlayZoom Smart Watch Winner!
- January 18, 2020: New Book - Believing a Man Can Fly: Memories of a Life in Special Effects and Film
- January 20, 2020: Shopping - Superman Paint-by-Numbers and Diamond Painting Kits
- January 21, 2020: Pre-Order the Mini Supergirl Statue by DC Collectibles
- January 23, 2020: New “DC Super Hero Girls” Super Shorts Episode - “Purse Scratcher”
- January 27, 2020: Shopping - Superman Plastic Rulers
- February 2, 2020: Shopping - Superman Blankets and Throws
- February 2, 2020: Comic Legend Todd McFarlane Talks Toys
- February 6, 2020: New “DC Super Hero Girls” Super Shorts Episode - “Star Struck”
- February 9, 2020: DC Presents: Reading with Zoo-per Heroes at the L.A. Zoo
- February 10, 2020: Shopping - Superman Belts and Buckles
- February 17, 2020: World's Finest Collection “Heroes and Villains” Mystery Box
- February 17, 2020: Shopping - Superman Mouse Pads
- February 20, 2020: New “DC Super Hero Girls” Super Shorts Episode - “#FlashForwardFlashBack”
- February 23, 2020: DC Collectibles Returns to DC Direct Name
- February 24, 2020: Justice League 60th Anniversary Stamp Pack in Australia
- February 24, 2020: Shopping - Superhero Bandaids
- February 26, 2020: The Westminster Collection Unveils The Official Superman Collector Ingot
- March 2, 2020: Department 56 Superman Daily Planet Statue
- March 2, 2020: Shopping - Superman Swimming Accessories
- March 4, 2020: Coronavirus Concerns Sees DC Cancel Convention Plans for March
- March 5, 2020: New “DC Super Hero Girls” Super Shorts Episode - “#ShellShock”
- March 5, 2020: DC Comic Gallery Lex Luthor Statue
- March 5, 2020: DC UNIVERSE's Fan Competition Is Back With Meta Madhouse: Tournament of Terror
- March 9, 2020: Video - Dressing the Superman: Call to Action Premium Format Figure
- March 9, 2020: Shopping - Superman and Supergirl Aprons
- March 11, 2020: Superman Designer Collectible Toy by Unruly Industries
- March 12, 2020: Survey Says Superman is America's Favorite Superhero
- March 12, 2020: Coronavirus' Impact on Convention Attendance - Poll Results
- March 16, 2020: Shopping - Superman Jigsaw Puzzles
- March 19, 2020: 2020 Superman Celebration Canceled
- March 21, 2020: Free Book - Encyclopedia of Superhero Video Games
- March 23, 2020: Shopping - Superman Stress Balls
- March 25, 2020: DC Announces “DC Kids Camp” at Home Activities
- March 26, 2020: DC Comics Darkseid Mega Figure with Collector Magazine
- March 27, 2020: DC Comics Village Superman Statue
- March 30, 2020: Shopping - Superman Playing Cards
- April 1, 2020: DC Universe Virtual Backgrounds for Video Calls
- April 2, 2020: New Superman Content During Self Isolation - Poll Results
- April 5, 2020: Kid's Craft - Flying Superman
- April 6, 2020: Shopping - Superman Credit Card Holders
- April 10, 2020: DC Comics Super Friends Hall of Justice Musical Ornament
- April 13, 2020: Shopping - Superman Fabric
- April 16, 2020: New Concept Art From Never-Made Superman Video Game
- April 17, 2020: San Diego Comic-Con and Wonder Con Canceled
- April 19, 2020: Villains Troll Superman's 82nd Anniversary
- April 20, 2020: Shopping - Superman Activity Books
- April 21, 2020: UNDONE x SUPERMAN: The Kryptonian Decryptor Watch
- April 23, 2020: Superman: The World's Most Famous Climate Refugee
- April 27, 2020: Shopping - “How to Draw Superman” Books
- April 28, 2020: Lois & Clark Extra for #Creators4Comics Fundraiser
- April 29, 2020: Baseball Themed Superman Bobbleheads
- April 30, 2020: What Superman Fans Are Missing - Poll Results
- May 4, 2020: Shopping - Superman Audible Audiobooks
- May 5, 2020: Superman Shield and Stars Nylon Backpack
- May 7, 2020: Hershey and DC Comics Sending Superhero Chocolates to COVID-19 Heroes
- May 7, 2020: Superman Baseball Bobblehead Preference - Poll Results
- May 8, 2020: Aden & Anais Announce Superman Baby Blankets and Swaddle Packs
- May 11, 2020: Shopping - Superman Swimming Gear
- May 18, 2020: Shopping - Superman Bracelets
- May 19, 2020: Origami Owl “Justice League” Jewellery
- May 21, 2020: XM Studios Announces “JLA vs Darkseid” Diorama
- May 21, 2020: Superman Justice League Bobblehead on Sale!
- May 21, 2020: Hershey's DC Chocolates - Poll Results
- May 22, 2020: Cutie1 DC Series - DC Complete Set Volume 1
- May 25, 2020: Shopping - Superman Buttons and Pins
- June 1, 2020: Shopping - Superman Umbrellas
- June 3, 2020: Superman (Black Suit Version) Statue by Prime 1 Studio
- June 8, 2020: Shopping - Superman Chairs
- June 10, 2020: Virtual 2020 Superman Celebration
- June 10, 2020: New Book - “DC Christmas Carols: We Wish You a Harley Christmas”
- June 11, 2020: Pre-Order Mezco's One:12 Collective Superman 1978 Edition
- June 11, 2020: Superman Homepage Original Content - Poll Results
- June 12, 2020: Pre-Order Mezco's One:12 Collective Superman - 1978 Edition
- June 15, 2020: Superman Bandanas and Face Masks
- June 16, 2020: Welcome to the DC Fandome!
- June 17, 2020: Father's Day Savings on Super Museum Ham “Brick” Project
- June 18, 2020: Spotify, Warner Bros. & DC Announce Podcast Partnership
- June 19, 2020: Giveaway Contest - “Smallville” Superman Leather Jacket Winner
- June 22, 2020: Superman Gym and Workout Accessories
- June 25, 2020: DC Teams with 'Big Bang Theory' Star for 'Flash Facts' Graphic Novel
- June 25, 2020: Fan Participation for Upcoming “DC FanDome” Event - Poll Results
- June 26, 2020: Virtual Metropolis Superman Celebration Panel with Aaron Smolinksi
- June 26, 2020: Cycling Superman Raises Funds for Cancer Research
- June 29, 2020: Superman Earrings
- July 1, 2020: Funko Unveils SDCC Online 2020 Cyborg Superman Pop! Vinyl Figure
- July 2, 2020: Your Superman Clothing - Poll Results
- July 5, 2020: “Lois & Clark: Fireworks” Art Print by Sideshow Collectibles
- July 6, 2020: Superman Statue Brick Fundraiser for Metropolis, Illinois
- July 6, 2020: Superman Bottle Openers
- July 9, 2020: Comic-Con@Home Details Revealed
- July 9, 2020: Superman's Belt Color - Poll Results
- July 13, 2020: Superman Head Case Leather Book Wallet Phone Covers
- July 15, 2020: Funko Pop! DC Heroes: Breast Cancer Awareness Figures
- July 15, 2020: Superman - Metal Miniature 2020 Consolation-Con SDCC Exclusive
- July 16, 2020: Worst Superman Actor - Poll Results
- July 20, 2020: Superman Tote Bags
- July 20, 2020: Giveaway Contest - Win a Superman Cookie Jar!
- July 23, 2020: Superman “Action Comics #1” Pewter Collectible by Royal Selangor
- July 23, 2020: The American Way and Superman - Poll Results
- July 24, 2020: Elliot S! Maggin Talks About Superman Novels, Zack Snyder and More
- July 27, 2020: 80 Years of Bugs Bunny “Super-Rabbit” Stamp
- July 27, 2020: Superman Cookie Jar Giveaway Contest Winner!
- July 27, 2020: Superman Cardboard Standees
- July 28, 2020: Pre-Order the DC Holiday Superman with Sweater Pop! Vinyl Figure
- August 3, 2020: Superman Foil Balloons
- August 4, 2020: Unboxing Video - UNDONE x SUPERMAN: The Kryptonian Decryptor Watch
- August 5, 2020: Superman Funko Pop! Brainiac Vinyl Figure
- August 5, 2020: Teaser Trailer for DC FanDome!
- August 6, 2020: Best Superman Video Game - Poll Results
- August 7, 2020: Full Lineup for DC FanDome Online Event
- August 7, 2020: Superman to Appear in Rocksteady Suicide Squad Video Game
- August 9, 2020: Superman Related Panels at Mainframe Comicon
- August 10, 2020: DC Employees Hit Hard by WarnerMedia Layoffs
- August 10, 2020: “DC Kids FanDome” Trailer
- August 10, 2020: George Newbern Reads “Superman: The Unauthorized Biography” Audiobook
- August 11, 2020: Superman Backpacks by Loungefly
- August 12, 2020: Video - Jim Lee on Designing “DC FanDome”
- August 14, 2020: DC FanDome Full Schedule Released
- August 14, 2020: New DC Twitter Emojis
- August 18, 2020: Superman Hip Flasks
- August 19, 2020: Major Changes for DC FanDome
- August 19, 2020: DC FanDome: Hall of Heroes Main Trailer
- August 20, 2020: Updated - Superman Panels Scheduled for DC FanDome
- August 22, 2020: DC Thanks Fans Ahead of “DC FanDome - Part 2” on September 12
- August 22, 2020: DC FanDome Report - “Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League” Panel
- August 25, 2020: DC FanDome Superman Apparel
- August 26, 2020: “DC FanDome: Hall of Heroes” a Huge Success
- September 1, 2020: Superman Water Bottles
- September 3, 2020: Official Trailer for DC FanDome: Explore the Multiverse
- September 3, 2020: Official Trailer for DC Kids FanDome
- September 3, 2020: Superman Sixth Scale Figure from Sideshow Collectibles
- September 3, 2020: Fan Thoughts on “DC FanDome: Hall of Heroes” - Poll Results
- September 4, 2020: The Creative Coalition Presents: Superman Radio Show at DC FanDome: Explore The Multiverse
- September 6, 2020: Funko POP! Geoffrey as Superman Toys “R” Us Exclusive
- September 8, 2020: Superman Iron-On Transfers and Embroidered Patches
- September 10, 2020: Details on “Superman: An Enduring Symbol of Hope” Panel for DC FanDome
- September 11, 2020: Superman Panels to Watch at “DC FanDome: Explore the Multiverse”
- September 11, 2020: MobyFox Unveils Superman Smart Watch Straps
- September 11, 2020: Funko Pop! Vinyl Soda Superman Limited Edition Figure
- September 14, 2020: DC FanDome - Superman Panels You May Have Missed
- September 14, 2020: Funko Pop! DC Looney Tunes: Bugs Bunny as Superman
- September 15, 2020: Superman Coin Banks
- September 17, 2020: Sideshow Presents Superman “Someone To Believe In” Fine Art Print
- September 22, 2020: Superman Socks
- September 23, 2020: McFarlane Toys Announces “Superman: Red Son” Action Figure
- September 24, 2020: Fan Thoughts on “DC FanDome: Explore the Multiverse” - Poll Results
- September 25, 2020: Brazilian Comics Festival Celebrates Superman in “Justice League Action”
- September 29, 2020: Lex Luthor Merchandise
- September 29, 2020: Prime 1 Studio Announces “Dark Nights: Metal” Superman Statue
- October 6, 2020: Rubies Superman Halloween Costumes and Accessories
- October 6, 2020: SuperMuseum Superman Collection Featured on “Collector's Call”
- October 13, 2020: Superman 2021 Calendars
- October 20, 2020: Superman Travel Mugs
- October 22, 2020: Dressing Up as Superman for Halloween - Poll Results
- October 23, 2020: Download “Justice League Legacy” Fan-Made Video Game
- October 27, 2020: Superman Wallets
- November 1, 2020: Halloween 2020 - Superman, Ellen, Cricketers and NICU Babies
- November 3, 2020: Superman Beanies
- November 4, 2020: DC Comics Meets Star Wars in “Unseen” Art by Alex Ross
- November 4, 2020: Quantum Mechanix “World's Finest” Q-Fig MAX Figure
- November 5, 2020: Long Live the Legion - New Episode for “DC Universe Online”
- November 5, 2020: Fan Interest in our “WGBS TV Live!” Show - Poll Results
- Superman Statue Restoration in Metropolis, Illinois
- November 10, 2020: Superman Face Masks
- November 17, 2020: Superman Christmas Ornaments
- November 19, 2020: Best Superman Toy Manufacturer - Poll Results
- November 24, 2020: Superman Specials - More Than 75% Off Blu-rays and DVDs
- November 25, 2020: McFarlane Toys Unveils More “Dark Nights: Death Metal” Action Figures
- November 26, 2020: Superman Tattoo - Poll Results
- November 27, 2020: DC Wins Lawsuit Over Superman-Themed Snacks
- December 2, 2020: Assemble Your 1955 Kellogg's “Dangle-Dandies” Superman
- December 2, 2020: Superman Christmas Clothing
- December 3, 2020: Superman Leaping Tall Buildings - Poll Results
- December 8, 2020: Superman Gift Wrapping Accessories
- December 13, 2020: Uncle Jack to Launch DC Comics Watches
- December 15, 2020: Superman Busts
- December 16, 2020: “Rise of Krypton” Solo Raid Event for “Injustice 2” Mobile Game
- December 22, 2020: Justice League T-Shirts
- December 29, 2020: Unboxing the Superman Watch From Uncle Jack
- December 29, 2020: DC Comics 2021 Calendars
- December 31, 2020: Superman Christmas Presents - Poll Results
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