The dialogue is packed with clever little Easter eggs and jokes, but there is a real sense of stakes to this story. The preview of what's to come has me more excited for a Superman comic than I have been for a very long time. I think the Golden Age for DC's original hero is in full swing. Read Full Review

Joshua Williamson and especially Jamal Campbell deliver a knockout first issue of their new Superman series. Everything from story to characters to especially the artwork is a true masterclass in simple, enjoyable superhero storytelling. Read Full Review

Joshua Williamson won me over with his amazing run on The Flash. And I thoroughly enjoyed his Infinite Frontier and Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths. So, I am coming in with high expectations for this title. And if Superman #1 is any indication, he is going to live up to those expectations. And Jamal Campbell's artwork is the perfect choice to bring Williamson's story to life. I look forward to seeing what the upcoming issues have in store for the Man of Steel. Read Full Review

With the shaking up of the status quo in Action Comics, it's officially the dawn of a new era for Clark Kent in Superman #1, and that new era is off to a sensational start. Superman's always been iconic but it can be easy to lose sight of why, and Superman #1 beautifully captures the spirit and genuine heart of DC's most powerful hero while also evolving his extended cast and his relationship with his biggest villain. Read Full Review

Superman #1 is the best way to kick off a new comic. Its fun and full of interesting plotlines. Williamson gives readers a little bit of everything, setting up everything to keep readers hooked. Campbell is the best Superman artist in a long time. His art is beautiful, and theres no other way to describe it. Superman is in good hands. Read Full Review

Superman #1 is the return to form Superman fans have been waiting for. The visuals are bright and hopeful, all the characters feel like the classic/best versions of themselves, and enough status quo changes are revealed to give you the feeling the Man of Steel is moving forward into a better tomorrow. Read Full Review

Joshua Williamson and Jamal Campbell accomplish everything you want from a first issue with Superman #1. The foundation is set for Clark Kent, Lois Lane, and Lex Luthor's new status quo. There is a reestablishment of what Metropolis is. Then we have a renewed focus on developing Superman's rogues gallery. Its all here to build excitement for what Williamson and Campbell have planned for their Superman run and you can't help but be all in. Read Full Review

Superman #1 lays the groundwork for a new era in the Man of Steel's career as he faces off against new foes while still continuing to fight for truth, justice, and a better tomorrow. Anyone complaining that there aren't any great Superman stories should pick this issue up, because it'll definitely change their tune. Read Full Review

Superman #1 delivers on being one of the best jumping on points in comics for not only the Dawn of DC, but more importantly for Superman fans new and old. Readers get to see Superman being Superman, helping people, saving lives, interacting with his supporting cast, and facing familiar supervillains while setting up new ones. The writing from Joshua Williams is on point with the characters, dialogue, and pacing, and Jamal Campbell's art truly shines and makes this comic book come alive on every page in the action, talking, and intense interactions between Superman and his villains. It's not perfect, but it's wholesome, fun, humorous, dynamic, and really captures the spirit of not only Superman himself, but what a Superman comic book should be. Strong recommend for Superman fans old and new alike. Read Full Review

Superman #1 is a delight from start to finish. Williamson and Campbell completely stuff this issue with content, making it worth every cent. The art is mostly gorgeous and the new, but familiar, status quo sets up an engaging story to come. Read Full Review

Superman #1 is a lot of fun that throws in a lot of new aspects for readers. It delivers the positive flavor one would expect from the series delivering action as well as the heart in the middle of it all. A super start for Superman. Read Full Review

Jama Campbell is an amazing artists and his style is perfect for Superman and his world. Campbell brings big, bold visual moments throughout the issue and every page has something to capture the eye and the imagination. Read Full Review

I know he probably has nothing to do with this new evil surgeon. But a Brainiac story by this team! That is something I really want to read. Anyways, I thought this was a very good issue. I like this creative team and there was a lot to like here. But since I don't think I quite comprehend what Lex wants, and as that is the spine this run is being built on, it isn't a home run.  Read Full Review

I really enjoyed this issue. The creative team came together to create something special. It's not perfect, but it is very good. It's a great reentry point for lapsed fans and starting point for anyone new. Read Full Review

It feels cliche to say an issue is a return to form, but in Superman #1's case it earns that expression. Both casual readers and Super-fans will feel right at home here with an issue that provides what readers want while also adding fresh twists. The quality artwork and clear collaboration between writer and artist on display makes this issue well worth checking out. Read Full Review

Kindness, rather than shows of power, help begin this run on "Superman. Read Full Review

THIS WAS GREAT! Superman acting like the big blue boy scout in his city, Lois Lane being the hard nosed bad A we all love, Mercy looking beautiful buff and being a smart stand in for her boss, and Lex finally getting the respect he deserves (unlike in Taylor's Superman run!).

Live Wire! One of my favorite villains from the animated series is here! I always hear Lori Petty in my head when I read her word balloons and it makes me smile. The art is sooooo amazing here too. I'm giddy as a school girl that this book was so good. I really didn't expect it to be. Glad I was wrong.

It’s not perfect, but it is very good. The creative team came together to create something special. Joshua Williamson and Jamal Campbell accomplish everything you want from a first issue with Superman #1. It’s a great reentry point for lapsed fans and starting point for anyone new. I loved the way all of the characters are written. I really enjoyed the first issue, so give it a shot.

This was a really great return for the character. Rebirth had an auspicious start but became redundant. This storyline seems exciting as DC sets up Brainiac as the "big bad" of 2023.

You know, I went into this a skeptic. Superman will always be my favorite, and I'll read literally anything Jamal Campbell draws, but Joshua Williamson is a writer whose work has been distinctly not my taste. But this comic positively pole vaulted over my low expectations!

I'm more intrigued by the main plot than the rather uninspiring prelude in Action Comics would have led me to believe, but it's the little details where this comic really grabbed me. Superman rushing in to officiate the wedding was great, and Lois Lane's tenure as editor-in-chief of the Planet hearkens back to the days when Metropolis was written as a living place full of its own little dramas rather than just a backdrop for its most famous citizen.

And of course the art is everything that beautiful cover promises. In particular, I appreciate that Campbell gives Mercy powerful muscle definition, a thing artists often gloss over for physically strong female characters.

I'm not too proud to admit when I'm wrong, and I was 100% completely wrong about this one. This is a great start and I'm looking forward to more! more

Williamson has gotten this series off to a pretty entertaining start. I hoped for this since his work on Batman impressed me pretty well. He proved then he knows how to make Luthor a menacing villain without having to be in green armor or being a mad scientist. Something few writers have known how to do with him since his time in the Oval office. He really proves here he still knows how to press the right buttons with Superman. It's a bit reminiscent of the post-Crisis era when he first became an untouchable superbillionaire. We keep hearing how they're going to have to work together soon. That's nothing new though. They did that through most of Rebirth and numerous other times in the past. But I do expect it to still be interesting, because he obviously is up to something that will eventually benefit himself. That only adds to the intrigue I think.
I'm looking forward to getting to know the SCU's new leader. I hope he'll be a valuable ally for the man of steel as his character develops. It's always nice to get to know new ally characters for the hero.
I can't say I was thrilled to see Livewire, as I always really hated her. She's so annoying she's like Harley on steroids But then I never liked Mercy either, but this book actually made her far more interesting than she's ever been before. I like her much better as she is now than the pathetic character she was on the lame '90s cartoon where she and Livewire both originated from, as well as that blood curdling nickname "Smallville" that I wish to God Lois would finally stop calling Clark. It was made up to be an insult, not a pet name. Speaking of Lois, I'm not too crazy about the idea of her being editor. I've been gone a while so I don't know what happened to Perry, but I hope he'll be back soon. In the mean time if Williamson is creative enough seeing Lois in the position may develop into an interesting subplot, like it taking a toll on their relationship.
But I do still hope to see Perry back in that office soon.That will make the cover seem more truthful. That's one of the first things that drew me to this new series. It reminded me of the older times with some new elements. It's also good to see the old L shaped Lexcorp building back. The original look was always the best and the most creative for it.
This is the most recommendable new Superman since Rebirth. Even Mike Carlin, the editor from the triangle era himself has recommended it. Even if you're not impressed with Action, you may still consider checking this one out. It seems to be composed of the back to Earth basics for Superman that many of us prefer over the into space, reminiscent of the Silver Age hodgepodge that we've grown more used to from the majority of the last 23 years. I know things still aren't perfect to many as they were before Bendis twisted it into the flimsy disaster the books have been over the last 5 years, but this is the best it's been since. As long as Williamson sticks to this basic Superman we know and love I plan to continue enjoying this series. Since I'm giving up on Batman it's nice to at least still be reading at least one half of the World's finest.
10 seems a bit too good to be true, but it definitely deserves a 9. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for the same satisfaction from future issues so I can continue giving this book such high ratings. more

An entertaining read that sets up possibilities for the future of this incredible character

This was a pretty good start to this series. For whatever reason, I've never been super into Superman. I've always appreciated him and thought that his existence was necessary, but I've never been the biggest fan of him in general. However, Williamson and Campbell have put together a very intriguing and beautifully drawn story with this issue. We're kind of thrown into the whole "Supercorp" thing, but I think it's an interesting idea that will prove to be good. While Williamson's story is good and intriguing, one of the main highlights of this book is Campbell's art. Everything he does it just so clean and I'm glad he's the main artist for this run. All things considered, this was a strong beginning to the first "Issue 1" from Dawn of DC.

I thought I would review this, but this is a solid introduction.

Good start to this arc. The art is awesome and the storyline is setting up nicely. Overall a nice return to something that’s feels like Superman.

It's an enjoyable first issue, but I attribute that a lot more to Campbell's art and visual storytelling than Williamson's writing. Campbell has always been good and creative, but he stepped up his game even more this time. I enjoy Clark as a mammoth of a man, lol, and he gives those visuals perfectly. The way he draws action and uses panel borders makes Clark feel incredibly powerful. He's also a master at showing emotions in my opinion.

As for the plot points, it's alright. A focus on Lex and Clark working together is fine, but I don't need it, while I think having Lois as the Editor-in-Chief is a great idea but not a good job for her. I hope there'll be a Lois subplot about it. I'm looking forward to Clark taking on Paraside and am curious how Marilyn Moonlight will enter the story. more

Very promising

A bright, hopeful and optimistic opening issue with some gorgeous art by Campbell. The characters' voices are really good and Williamson has penned a compelling story. I'm looking forward to issue #2.

(I have a video review of this comic on my YouTube channel: Wakizashi's Teahouse).

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thecimmerian - Feb 22, 2023

Awesome man! Saw you on Thinking Critical 2022 year in comics. Great stuff.

wakizashireviews - Feb 22, 2023

@thecimmerian Hey, thanks very much. I love their Saturday Comics Aficionados livestream.

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Nothing too bald or risky in this issue. But that’s not a bad thing, interested to see where this goes. As far as first issues go this sets things up nicely and puts Superman in a position he hasn’t been in before, which is impressive.

This was solid! I really hope Williamson keeps it up. I'd really enjoy a fully good Superman line of books for once.

I agree with what most people are saying. It is a good start. It at least feels like Superman. The art is good, but Lex is annoying and the Supercorp thing is out of place. It reminds me of the Punisher being offered the fist and Daredevil being offered the Hand - to do "good" with. I didn't mind the hardass Lois as much as some people. Though he fought two villains here and neither fight was amazing. I didn't quite understand the panel with the Superman on the table. Guess we will find out.

Superman seems to be a much better fit for Joshua Williamson than Batman was. If you enjoy some classic Supes mixed with some nice moments with Lois and Jimmy at the Daily Planet, give this one a try.

A pretty good start.

Ha! Weird one.

I haven't bought this Supercorp thing yet but this is fun for all ages, good start

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Comics Code Authorities - Mar 13, 2023

It's all just an attempt of Luthor's to get under his steel skin. I'm starting to think he planned on this long ago just in case Superman ever did bust him.

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"WOW..." I literally said this out loud as a finished the last page of this issue. If you're a lapsed Superman fan, and I know that there are a bunch of us, then you have got to give this book a try. The characterizations all feel right, down to the fiery depiction of Lois Lane. I will admit that the New 52 era of DC comics lost me as a reader and that, even when I came back to comics two years ago, I never could quite get excited about reading Superman's books. This has changed. Williamson seems to "get" the characters and is bringing Hope back to the big blue boy scout!

So reading New Dawn of DC Superman Joshua Williamson was alright bring back from the evants action comics 1050 so story take us begin of great action and introducing a new character a who now going working with Superman named Chief Kekoa after battle with Superman vs Livewire Clark Kent in Daily Planet working on his story only thing had a problem was Lois Lane might be new Perry White? I hope not because that not Lois Lane about then what whole point having Perry White in front cover then? I also hate that in story Joshua did making Lex Luthor working with Superman trying be a good guy Lex always hate Superman that one villian. Also what save his story in my opinion was the artist by Jamal Campbell he did great job on capturing expreession on the character. I rate 5 stars rating I can't wait for issue #2 more