Superman #22
/21.jpg)
/23.jpg)
/22.jpg "Superman #22")
| Writer | Peter J. Tomasi, Patrick Gleason |
| Artist | Doug Mahnke, Jaime Mendoza |
| Cover Price | $2.99 |
"BLACK DAWN" part one! What is the secret of the Dead Man's Swamp? Superman is tested by a mysterious force that pushes his convictions to the limit. Can the Man of Steel save face in the eyes of Hamilton and his son, Superboy?
RATED T
CRITIC REVIEWS Back to Top
-
10
Comic Book Bin - Andy Frisk
May 02, 2017I'm still overjoyed that my not Post Crisis Superman is still alive and kicking even if he isn't the Post Crisis Superman although he has all the memories of the post Crisis Superman as well as his maturity and spirit mixed with the New 52 Superman's stint in the New 52 armored costume...okay, I'll stop before I ruin it... Just read Superman, if you're a fan of his adventures when they were done right, you'll like the direction they are heading in now. Read Full Review
-
10
ComiConverse - Kyle King
May 06, 2017This story was rapidly paced, returned Lois Lane to center stage, advanced the adventure, and tied plot threads together in an exceptional installment of this energetic series. Read Full Review
-
9.5
Lyles Movie Files - Jeffrey Lyles
May 03, 2017Black Dawn is definitely going to send the Kent Family racing off to Metropolis. Gleason and Tomasi have set the stage for the departure nicely. Despite the help of Lois, Batman and the Super Sons, it's fitting that this arc is going to wind down with Superman on his own. Read Full Review
-
9.3
We The Nerdy - Aron Pohara
May 03, 2017Superman 22 continues that tradition with yet another knot in a web of what actually interconnects the Rebirth Superman from the New 52 one and before and it looks like no stone will be unturned. If you haven't yet, this is the book to have in your pull for sure! Read Full Review
-
9.0
Weird Science - Eric Shea
May 03, 2017Superman continues to be a great and exciting book that leaves me hungry for more after each issue and I'm scratching my head raw in trying to figure out how Tomasi and Gleason will shock us next. I'm loving this arc and I'm loving the art that's depicting it and I can't wait to read the next issue. Read Full Review
-
9.0
Nerd Church Radio - Ben DuPey
May 03, 2017This story has been a stand out for DC Rebirth since the start. Tomasi and Gleason are weaving their way through a superman mystery and dolling out little pieces of information at a time. The story is damn near perfect as far as Superman stories go and the art is absolutely beautiful in this issue. My only complaint is that I have to wait a couple weeks to see what happens! Read Full Review
-
8.6
Comicsverse - Javier Martinez
May 03, 2017SUPERMAN #22 lacks the excitement that the past two issues had. Yet it's redeemed by awesome moments from Lois and the sharp art that accompanies it. Read Full Review
-
8.5
The Brazen Bull - Evan Kiick
May 03, 2017Both the writing and the artwork continue to impress as another chapter of incredible-ness unfolds. Read Full Review
-
8.4
Supergirl Comic Box Commentary - Anj
May 05, 2017This is a quick read with lots of big splashes and big action but I loved it! Read Full Review
-
8.0
Comic Book Corps - Tim Montoya
May 03, 2017Something has been quite fishy about the new town that Clark, Lois, and Jon have been calling home. With this story beginning to flesh out a lot of oddities that have been happening over time. Alluding to there is more to this town than may meet the eye. Read Full Review
-
8.0
DC Comics News - Derek McNeil
May 03, 2017This was an exciting and suspenseful issue that has me eagerly awaiting the story's resolution. I may be somewhat regretful that the Kents are headed for the city quite so soon, but I have faith that the title will remain just as enjoyable regardless of its setting. Read Full Review
-
8.0
Graphic Policy - Joe Ryan
May 03, 2017If you've been reading Superman, then you know what to expect in some of the issues that deal with the hometown that the Kent's live in. We've been teased for a while that something is off about the town and the folks around it, and this issue only makes it weirder and more disturbing. I cannot wait to see where this series and this arc goes, and would highly recommend it to anyone. Read Full Review
-
8.0
Big Comic Page - Dave MacPhail
May 04, 2017A fantastic issue once again this month, and one focused on a different and very underrated character who is finally getting her chance to shine. The series carries a gravitas now and feels like one of the most important books in the DC Universe. The final panel hints at the end of this arc and the reveal of who is responsible for the events unfolding in Hamilton, and I cant wait to see what comes next. Read Full Review
-
8.0
Newsarama - Pierce Lydon
May 04, 2017Superman continues to be a pillar in DC's new lineup and that's exactly how it should be. Read Full Review
-
7.0
AIPT - Daniel Levine
May 03, 2017The third chapter of "Black Dawn" gives Lois' perspective on the action, with Doug Mahnke's art fitting the story's more serious turn. Read Full Review
-
7.0
IGN - Blair Marnell
May 04, 2017It feels like Tomasi and Gleason are really pushing it by asking the audience to buy into the otherworldly trouble in the Kents' adopted town. It defies believability, even in comics. Read Full Review
USER REVIEWS Back to Top
-
9.5
The mystery starts to unfold, with this being a great Lois taking charge issue. I am a fan of anytime Lois is written well and this is no different. I am excited to see where it goes and how much chaos it creates.
+ Like • Comment• Likes (1) -
9.0
I love Superman more than ever, Peter J. Tomasi and Patrick Gleason really knows how to handle The man of tomorrow, this issue Is another proof of that
-
9.0
I loved the narrative framework here, as Lois is the centre of the action and we see the mysteries of their hometown exposed through her perspective. The scene where Lois gets behind the wheel of the Batmobile was pretty awesome...this issue doesn't offer much of anything in terms of answers about what the f**k is going on with the Kents' hometown, but it is a really fun ride. As a whole, Rebirth "Superman" has been a great title.
-
8.5
Easy to overlook with the Button crossover in Flash and Batman, Superman maintains its consistent quality. Gleason and Tomasi continue to deliver solid story telling. Lois is the star of this issue, and receives some A material. One criticism I have with Superman is the decompression that has become the hallmark of the current era comic writing. This story is a nice bit of filler, but exists to set up the next issue. Manke is one of the few artists who can fill Gleason's shoes. This is how you handle artist transitions. Superman is the second must buy book from DC comics this week!
-
8.5
SUPERMAN #22 featured one of my favorite artists and a spotlight on Lois Lane-Kent that I didn't even know I wanted. All that and a really nice cover by Ryan Sook. SCORE: 8.6
-
8.0
Lois is kickass. Superman goes for a stroll. And I'm getting real sick of these fucking covers that have absolutely nothing to do with the story
-
7.5
Mostly action; there's not much depth to this issue. But it's fun to see Lois get some focus.
-
7.0
I love this series, but this issue was a little weird. I think it's awesome how little things in past issues show up again as important aspects in future issues. Case in point; seeing the characters trapped at the end that appeared in previous issues like the characters who robbed the fair in what appeared to just be a filler issue that now has more importance. As well as characters from the two issue Frankenstein arc - so very cool. I'll be bummed if and when they leave Hamilton for Metropolis. It added a wholesomness to Superman.
-
9.0
-
9.0
-
9.0
-
9.0
-
9.0
-
9.0
-
9.0
-
9.0
-
9.0
-
9.0
-
8.5
-
8.5
-
8.5
-
8.5
-
8.5
-
8.5
-
8.0
-
8.0
-
8.0
-
8.0
-
8.0
-
8.0
-
8.0
-
7.5
-
7.5
-
7.5
-
7.5
2025 In Review:
