Action Comics #1070

Writer: Mark Waid, Mariko Tamaki Artist: Clayton Henry, Skylar Patridge Publisher: DC Comics Release Date: October 9, 2024 Cover Price: $4.99 Critic Reviews: 10 User Reviews: 26
7.8Critic Rating
7.9User Rating

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THE ACTION COMICS WEEKLY STARTS HERE WITH SUPERMAN SUPERSTARS MARK WAID, CLAYTON HENRY, MARIKO TAMAKI, AND SKYLAR PATRIDGE! An otherworldly horror, tearing its way through Metropolis, has emerged from the Phantom Zone. Something's wrong in the Zone--something terrible--and Superman must enter alone to find out what! From the pages of Absolute Power and Batman/Superman: World's Finest comes a new Action epic unlike any you've seen before from the visionary creative team of Mark Waid and Clayton Henry! Plus, the Woman of Tomorrow is here today! Supergirl Special's Mariko Tamaki and Skylar Patridge return to bring Kara to the farthest reaches of more

  • 9.0
    Geek Dad - Ray Goldfield Oct 9, 2024

    There are only a few things that really rattle Superman, and a deranged Kryptonian is one of them. As the abomination rips apart the city, Superman and Supergirl the only pure Kryptonians who can stand up to it do battle and Superman makes the risky move of bringing in an extremely dangerous tool that hasn't appeared in decades kudos to Waid for not only knowing his pre-crisis lore, but being willing to infuse some of that energy in the modern comics. Read Full Review

  • 9.0
    Comic Watch - Christian Laspada Oct 9, 2024

    This is a fantastic start to a new arc, and I cant wait to see what happens next. A great storyline with amazing art, Im so happy this arc will be released weekly. This is a great starting place for new readers. Read Full Review

  • 9.0
    AIPT - Collier Jennings Oct 9, 2024

    Action Comics #1070 is the start of what could be a special storyline, as it looks to finally explore the mysteries of the Phantom Zone. Read Full Review

  • 8.5
    Lyles Movie Files - Jeffrey Lyles Oct 9, 2024

    Action Comics is set up for a fun stretch with this creative team and a fresh story angle with a welcome focus on The Man of Steel. Read Full Review

  • 8.3
    Nerd Initiative - Ken M. Oct 9, 2024

    The weekly run of Action Comics starts off with a steady lead-in for the Man Of Steel and company. Waids writing dishes out the classic feel of big action and drama. The art from Henry, Herms and Sharpe present a larger than life conflict. The story has only begun to reveal its true self so dont delay in checking this out. Read Full Review

  • 8.0
    Get Your Comic On - Christopher Mills Oct 9, 2024

    Action Comics #1070 delivers on not just one but two stories that involve mysterious journeys into the unknown. Mark Waid is able to create a tense situation, keeping readers on the edge of their seats, while Mariko Tamaki shows why she's the best modern writer for Supergirl. What will Superman find in the void? What will Supergirl's mission entail? We only have to wait a week to find out! Read Full Review

  • 8.0
    DC Comics News - Matthew Lloyd Oct 9, 2024

    Action Comics #1070 is a fun and entertaining read. It depicts a Superman that fits into the current status quo, but is at the same time undeniably classic with Silver Age elements used to great effect. Supergirl gets a solid outing as well in a story that features fantastic art from Skylar Patridge. Action Comics is a series you should be reading! Read Full Review

  • 8.0
    Weird Science - Gabe Hernandez Oct 9, 2024

    Action Comics #1070 starts a new adventure that prompts Superman to visit the Phantom Zone. Mark Waid's particular knack for quintessential superhero fare is on point, and Clayton Henry's bright, hopeful art is immaculate. But for a less-ideal backup, and one or two hand-waving plot hole covers, this issue is off to an excellent start. Read Full Review

  • 6.1
    Graphic Policy - Logan Dalton Oct 13, 2024

    Unless you have a Xander and Oz from Buffy the Vampire Slayer-esque fixation of different color kryptonites, this "jumping on point is worth skipping or waiting for the trade paperback. Read Full Review

  • 4.0
    Supergirl Comic Box Commentary - Anj Oct 11, 2024

    Beautiful art throughout. Nice moment with Jon. But the rest of this feels like a riddle. It is the opening chapter of a mystery so I hope things become clearer.  But this wasn't exactly a stellar start. Read Full Review

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