Superman #19 is a shining start to a new arc. Bringing history and extensive storytelling into a new era, the book doesn’t feel bogged down or difficult to understand. Read Full Review

The big twist at the end really makes for a legit shocker teasing some very fun developments with this arc. Read Full Review

Josh Williamson's Superman has been one of DC's best titles since it launched, combining a wild-and-crazy 90s-influenced plot with sensational character work for Clark, Lois, and especially Lex Luthor. So for this new era, he takes all that and dials it up to eleven. Read Full Review

Superman #19 is a standout issue that expertly combines thrilling superhero action with thoughtful character development. Joshua Williamsons writing, paired with stunning visuals by Dan Mora, makes this a must-read for both longtime fans and newcomers. Read Full Review

The new era in Metropolis kicks off in a monster way. Williamson brings back a deadly foe in a whole new light. With the art of Mora and Sanchez guiding the way, the chapter takes readers on quite the journey. Brace for the final page. Its a show stopper! Read Full Review

New storyline, new plots and a new superstar artist put Superman right back where it belongs as one of the best comics on the stands these days. Read Full Review

Superman #19 is a beautiful issue filled with so much joy and fun. Superman is back, baby and you don't want to miss it! Read Full Review

Superman #19 is the kick this series needed with a Superfamily focus much like on Action Comics and House of Brainiac and is already more exciting than the previous arcs, though they all had their qualities. It also kind of feels like a 90s Dan Jurgens story with the return of Doomsday and inclusion of a time traveling figure that deals with Supermans future. Read Full Review

Superman #19is a quick, simple, yet effective start for a Superman tale about a visitor from the future who arrives with a dire warning. Williamson's script stays laser-focused on setting a rock-solid foundation for what comes next, and Dan Mora's art is unbeatable.8.8/10 Read Full Review

Superman #19 is full of surprises, whether it's a new partner for the Man of Steel or a genuinely interesting take on Doomsday. That's what makes the All-In initiative a success so far: it's willing to take bold swings. Read Full Review

Superman #19 takes us back to Metropolis after the events of Absolute Power, and the team behind it gives us a fresh story with an interesting new status quo that has exciting mysteries to unravel. Read Full Review

Superman #19 provides a strong start to Dan Mora's tenure as an artist; he provides the flair and hope that should come with a Superman story, while Joshua Williamson brings back some old villains to cause trouble for Superman. While Lois Lane's status as a hero is not ideal and not the most creative choice, Williamson suggests a promising direction for the series. Read Full Review

Superman 19 was a clean fresh start for the series. It was a super fun read with some stellar artwork. It did leave me with a ton of questions … mainly about how the heck is Lois now Superwoman - when last I saw her (Absolute Power and Action Comics) she DID NOT have any powers. To be honest I find the whole concept of Lois as Superwoman to be silly … something I roll my eyes at, but the writing is good enough that I will be back for issue 20. Also … ALSO … the twist at the end was amazing!

Dan Mora's art shines on Superman. I can't say that I'm a fan of the Superwoman idea since we've seen it so many times. I love the reveal at the end and Doomsday is drawn perfectly in this issue. He looks imposing and threatening.

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A solid story, but I’m not a fan of this Manga-influenced art, especially not for Superman

Superwoman angle is pointless and unnecessary

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RKS - Dec 27, 2024

Oh it has a point but it isn't a good one and the aims of those behind it are not well intended.

Smithd33 - Dec 27, 2024

Can’t disagree

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In Superman #19, we are presented with yet another chapter in the gradual unraveling of Superman’s core identity—this time, through a narrative structure that seems more interested in diminishing the Man of Steel than celebrating his unique heroism. While the synopsis promises an "exciting new story arc," what we receive instead is a thinly veiled attempt to marginalize Superman in his own series, elevating Superwoman as a centerpiece in what can only be described as an ideological re-engineering of the mythos.

Let’s start with the premise: Superman faces the return of Doomsday, the monstrous force that once represented the ultimate challenge to his might and moral resolve. And yet, this existential confrontation—an opportunity to remind us why Superman is the paragon of heroism—takes a backseat to Lois Lane’s sudden acquisition of powers. The narrative choice here is striking, not because Lois wields powers (a trope we've seen before), but because the story appears desperate to redirect the audience's admiration from Superman to Superwoman.

Consider the implications: Superman, the archetypal symbol of masculine virtue—strength, responsibility, and self-sacrifice—stands diminished as his role is reframed in secondary terms. Lois, imbued with temporary superpowers, is thrust into the foreground, leaving Superman as little more than a passive observer in his own title. This is not a story about partnership or balance; it is a story that seeks to eclipse the hero whose name graces the cover.

The introduction of the Time Trapper as a lurking antagonist offers little to mitigate these concerns. Instead of grounding the story in the timeless moral struggles that make Superman compelling, the narrative meanders through convoluted time-travel elements and half-baked power dynamics. The result is a confused and unsatisfying arc that feels less like a celebration of Superman's legacy and more like a deliberate deconstruction.

It’s worth noting that this isn’t merely a question of storytelling preference but a reflection of broader cultural currents. Superman’s greatest strength has always been his clarity of purpose—his ability to serve as an aspirational figure who shoulders immense responsibility with humility. To dilute that by reducing him to a supporting character is not just a disservice to the character but to the audience who seeks inspiration from him.

Superman does not need to be overshadowed, emasculated, or sidelined to accommodate other characters. He thrives as a hero precisely because he embodies universal values that transcend fleeting cultural trends. Yet, this issue seems intent on subsuming those values into a framework that prioritizes subversion over substance.

In conclusion, Superman #19 is a frustratingly misguided installment that fails to understand—or worse, actively undermines—what makes Superman resonate across generations. Instead of offering a narrative worthy of the Last Son of Krypton, it delivers a shallow spectacle of misplaced priorities. Superman deserves better, and so do his readers. more