I may have to consider altering my comic book grading system. I try to only give out 10's sparingly and reserve them for the best of the best. So giving Tom King, Mann, and co. a second 10 back-to-back is incredibly rare. Read Full Review

The only bad thing? That the issue inevitably had to end. But hopefully King and Mann are already plotting their next collaboration to focus on Bruces bachelor party. Read Full Review

"SUPERFFRIENDS" part two is something I never knew I would ever want from a Batman comic, and I loved it. It has the right amount of humor, chemistry, and depth these iconic characters deserve. Everything is put together naturally, from the awesome art to the fantastic dialogue. This is one issue from King's run that will be remembered for a while, and I think there's good reason. Read Full Review

Want to know how good this single issue is? I have read it three times already, and I intend to read many more times. It's an absolute delight of an issue and a reminder that even Batman is capable of emotional vulnerability and humour. It's great to see. Read Full Review

I really enjoyed this arc and am excited for the future of their relationship. I have my fingers crossed hoping that they actually get married and it isn’t a continuous engagement. Read Full Review

While the action is light (other than taking down a mugger, or Bruce and Selina in the Tunnel of Love), there are some great interactions and character moments that fans of both the Dark Knight Detective and the Man of Steel will enjoy. Best of the Week. Read Full Review

This is one of my favorite issues of the year giving us a new dynamic between Batman and Superman and making me want to see a Lois Lane and Selina Kyle road trip comic. Simple in concept but deep in execution, Tom King has cemented himself as one of the top writers of the year with just this one issue. Read Full Review

A flawless issue that one gives to others to hook them into becoming comic book fans. A quiet tale where all four characters reveal things about themselves is riveting reading. The visuals are gorgeous in every possible way. This gets my vote for the best issue of Batman of the year. Highest possible recommendation. Read Full Review

So, the epilogue to the saga of the Batman-Hater is yet another recommendation of a Batman comic from the phenomenal Tom King, Clay Mann, and Jordie Bellaire. This comic is one of the most joyous experiences one could get from a comic, and it brightened my day. I highly recommend it, and you should definitely give it a read. Read Full Review

Batman #37 is a monumental issue, one that manages to capture the essence of the characters it features, while also remembering that superhero stories can and should be fun. If you're tired of the same old superhero slugfests or just want to read a fun and beautiful book, then I highly recommendpicking up this gem. I'd even consider bringing it up on your next date. Read Full Review

In all, its a stellar issue, and perhaps my favorite single issue of this series this year. Read Full Review

This is far and away better than any Batman/Superman team-up we've gotten in years, and makes me wonder if King has a plan for Superman in his future. I, for one, can't wait. Read Full Review

This series truly offers an embarrassment of riches. Issue #37 caps off a short but enthralling celebration of the Batman/Superman friendship, one that inspires both laughter and love for these enduring icons. The only reason this issue doesn't qualify as the series' best to date is that it's had such stiff competition over the past few weeks. Read Full Review

What does Batman think about Superman; what does Supes think of the Bat? These are just some of the ideas that Tom King is willing to spend entire arcs of hisBatmanstory exploring. And with good reason. It's new, it's fresh and it's fun. It's Batman. Read Full Review

This is one of the funniest Batman stories I've read in years. Given the depressing and allencumbering nature that so many of King's Batman stories have pushed, it was a real delight to finally get something so lighthearted. There will be those out there who aren't happy, because admittedly, there's no superheroing to really speak of in this issue. The situations are all pretty much just played for laughs. But if you don't like a joke, don't worry….the comic has like 40 of them in there. So, you're bound to find something that will tickle your funny bone. Read Full Review

Batman #37 is a good read and nice change of pace from the hectic last few issues we've had. King gives Bruce Wayne some normalcy in this issue and it's good to finally see Bruce enjoying life for once instead of always preparing for the worst. Read Full Review

The world's finest double date is as charming and enjoyable as one might imagine it to be. Great art, and a incredibly fun story. Read Full Review

Another fun ride of an issue. There are so many great moments that it's hard to pick a favorite. There's the Ferris wheel ride, the throwing ball game, superheroes eating corndogs and many more. Read Full Review

Batman #37 is a fun, charming comic " plain and simple. A Silver Age story infused with a modern day twist, "Superfriends" Part Two will make you laugh, make you think, and by issue's end, unable to wipe the smile off your face. Read Full Review

Visually, Batman #37 is a stunner. Penciler Clay Mann and colorist Jordie Bellaire are tasked with setting the scene for a quiet, slice of life issue, and they rise admirably to the occasion. Mann's clear layouts convey the chaos of a county fair while ably keeping the focus on the issue's cast. A creative use of panels adds a sense of whimsy to the county fair setting. Bellaire ‘s dark, yet vibrant colors makes the night Batman and co enjoy feel palpably real. Read Full Review

This issue is a fun throwback to the roots of where are heroes came from. In our youth they were fun loving adventure stories that made us laugh and dream. As we have grown, they have matured with us, sometimes leaving behind what we once loved about them. The creators of this issue obviously had fun creating this story and injects that enjoyment into the pages. Its a great reminder to take a step back from the sagas and legends that we revere and just have fun with them again. Read Full Review

This is truly a World's Finest story for the ages. Read Full Review

That's it for 2017 and the main Batman title. We go out with Tom King showing us exactly how human superheroes can be with this quick, quiet two-part story. The work was wonderful across the board, even if King's take on Superman was laying it on a little thick. I'm excited to see where the engagement goes from here and I'm hoping to see more of the extended family pop back up. I have heard of more than a few readers who have stepped away due to King's uneven take on the book. I hope they give it another chance as I feel King has really been finding his swing the past few issues. I have good feelings about 2018 and what is to come. Read Full Review

The efforts of King and Mann produced another great tale. It was funny, witty, and dramatically interesting. However, the plot was not super complex and King's repetitious writing style did hinder the issue a bit. But overall, it was an enjoyable comic filled with gags, sharp one-liners, and fantastic art. Read Full Review

Tom King continues to write Batman as an actual red Blooded Human male and is succeeding in making the Man shine in the Batman. Read Full Review

I really enjoyed this issue and if you are a fan of either Batman or Superman (or both) I highly recommend picking up a copy and checking out the World's Finest double date. Read Full Review

Tom King, Clay Mann, Seth Mann, and Mikel Janin work as a wonderful team to show us a double date that we all have been waiting for. To see Bruce and Clark understand each other and what their symbols mean shows us they are both working to finally become more than just friends, but super friends. Read Full Review

We are treated to great dialog, wonderful art, and just enough emotion to keep the pages turning. Read Full Review

This comic is quite cute and fun overall. King seems best writing filler self contained stories and this is a light hearted examination of who the bride and groom to be are at their heart. Read Full Review

King's banter, even when flawed, is huge fun for me to read. And most of all, I found it incredibly refreshing to have a superhero book take time out of its regular schedule of beat-em-up stories to contextualize its heroes on a relatable, human level. That might not be what you want out of your superhero comic, but I promise" kisses now will make future fights all the sweeter. Read Full Review

A lot of dialog from last issue is repeated here, while we have new dialog repeated throughout as our World's Finest and their significant others spend a night at a fair, where they're forced into a nonsensical situation.  The art is decent, even if it's not a style I really enjoy, but overall, this story just makes our heroes feel weird, while it works up to a wanna-be Flash/Superman race that feels ridiculous by the end.  Read Full Review

I am a sucker for good art which Clay Mann delivers in spades. Tom King has been spoiled as of late with the veritable treasure trove of sensational artist he has gotten to work with. Now this issue delves into subject matter that many fan concoct in fanfiction a double date of titanic proportions. It's not for everyone but now a days I find that iit is better to spark conversations than go by the numbers. The moments are nice and interspersed with good humor we see how the the worlds finest and their significant others cope with the changing dynamic that Bruce's engagement presents. We see how Selena and Lois bond over their spouses and their quirks. I find that this issue stuck with me because moments such as the one presented in Batman 37 are few and far between. It shows to the promise of rebirth that even a cynic such as Bruce can find someone who loves him and gets him to enjoy the simpler things in life like a super hero themed carnival. This isssue is made all the more refreshing to me because of the ordeals Snyder and King have put Batman through it feels like Batman is changing and I am excited to see where this quest for happiness will lead the caped crusader. more

This is just brilliant. While I understand people want action, fights, threats etc in a Batman comic, I tend to think it's nice to have stories like that through all the cosmic apocalyptic menaces we see in other series like Metal, Action Comics or Detective Comics. I can get my fix of action there and really enjoy those stories that make me laugh and think. After the awkward meetup at the end of last issue, this is the perfect follow-up. Bruce being such a buzzkill and Clark trying to make everyone happy describes so well those two characters but in a more intimate way. Selina and Lois bonding over the how childish and stupid their loved ones can be is also a great way to tell a story about the human beings (or kryptonian beings...) behind the heroes. All this while Bruce and Clark are disguised with each others costumes makes for a really unforgettable story. Not for everyone, I agree, but for those who enjoy a break from "total annihilation scenario" like I do, It's a real treat that needs to be read. more

Loved this! This was a incredibly fun read. This book was so enjoyable it brightened up my day

A fun and nearly perfect take on a double date between Batman/Cat Woman and Superman/Lois Lane. The art by Clay Mann was great too, with the only ding being the reused headshots in the last few pages of dialogue. I felt he could have added variety there, but I get that the focus was meant to be on the symmetry and dialogue in the couples' conversations. The end was simply perfect!

A near-perfect issue. Without any flashy action scenes. Just some friends having fun. This is what needs to be done a lot more in comics these days.

SO many clever ideas that it's worth many re-reads.

The story could end here and it would have been an amazing two part story. I am still relatively new to comics but seeing these characters interact on a human level makes it all the more interesting. I mean they go on a double date to a superhero themed state fair. It is awesome. And the manner in which the story is told is unique.

Heartwarming and very funny. You will be smiling and laughing through the whole issue.

I liked this issue and the art is quite appealing even though everyone is griping about fan service which I think is kinda funny. I'm unhappy with this issue because they tried to make me happy by writing a feel-good story about my favorite characters. Stay angry my friends...

Bruce is so funny without even trying. And Clark is so country it's a bit painful. Two stories being told at the same time without being confusing while mirroring the other is still being written really good.

The ol' switcheroo. Stuffed animals. Drinking from a flask. Knocking out a mugger. And a one on one baseball challenge.

ok! i'll admit while this was yet another easy breezy piece of fan service fluff,

it was a very cute and VERY FUN easy breezy piece of fan service fluff.



at points the comic felt like it started to repeat itself and go in circles.

but there really were a LOT of very nice tender moments within this issue.

if i had to compare, i'd say this issue had a somewhat similar vibe to what i enjoyed about the early 'Rebirth' issues of Superman. some of the bonding scenes between Lois and Selina were just a delight to read.



not all the moments in this issue land, but the ones that do will really get you in the feels.

...or maybe i AM just a sucker for some good old fashioned Batman/Catwoman fan service?

either way i DO look forward to re-reading this story again. more

While the story was good it waa confusing to keep track once everyone switched clothes.

Sometimes I feel like I've become exactly what I hate. Someone that dislikes something and yet keeps reviewing it, knowing that I don't like it. Frustrating. This was a well written book with great art, but it continues the emo batman that I am not a fan of. What happened to the worlds greatest detective?

Second part of this story. And the reason I'm here (The page with lois changing cloth).
This story begun on a fun idea (The heroes as not welcome at a fair because aren't dress as super-heroes).
So despite Batman, all will weir the other uniform (Clark with batman outfit & glass, Bruce in superman one, Lois as Catwoman & Selena with lois dress).
The story will show Bruce & clark talking together, and Lois & Selena doing the same. With sometime a discussion between Clark & Lois for one side, and Bruce & Selena for the other.
So their is not much of a story. Some good part. Selena been nasty with lois dress ^^ ... And a frendship between the two woman. Why not.
But at the end, that a little empty.

Cover - I love the variant cover 1/2
Writing - A little empty 1/3
Arts - Wonderfull. But a wonderfull art can't hide a hole in a story. 3/3
Feelings - Well a little disappointed. 1/2 more

I like Tom King, but you can't win them all and after some outstanding work I feel he falters here. None of the characters sounded right and them switching uniforms I just didn't buy it. Plus Catwoman acting giddy about getting married seemed off. I just don't picture her being the type to get giddy. And Lois drinking from a flask? I don't know...it missed the mark for me.

Fan service thats all

Some cool parts, but this is just paint by numbers fan service.

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Superheroes for Hire - Mar 14, 2018

Fan service can be fun too, especially when it's by King and Mann.

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