This was the perfect issue to slot in before the craziness of wrapping up the Doomsday plot. This adds dimension and weight to the cast and their issues. We can catch our breath as readers. I keep hearing that Williamson might be off this book soon. That DC is planning on rebooting the title ... again. I hope they are just rumors. Williamson is crushing it here. Read Full Review

Superman #21 delivers a smart, cool-down issue to wrap 2024 just as Williamson, Mora, Sanchez and Maher get ready for what should be a very eventful and memorable 2025. Read Full Review

Josh Williamson has built one of the most exciting Superman runs in a long time, creating a version of Metropolis that feels more alive than it has in a while and fleshes out the supporting cast in a way we haven't seen since the 90s. Read Full Review

Lois and Clark break away for some time alone but their superhero day jobs cant leave them. Williamson pens an enjoyable tale of a future imperfect. Mora, Sanchez and Maher spotlight the highs and lows of the Super-couple with Doomsdays offer looming overhead. This series is always soaring to new heights. Read Full Review

Superman #21 delivers a standalone story that's not only emotional, but a great reminder of why Clark Kent and Lois Lane are the #1 couple in comics. It also ends with a massive cliffhanger, but at the very least Lois and Clark got their date night. Read Full Review

Superman #21 continues the interlude that Superwoman Special #1 began which feels like more of an interlude within the Doomsday story at hand. But if thats the case, then its good filler. The holidays are in full swing, but Lois and Clark make us feel like it's Valentines Day. Read Full Review

Superman #21 is an incredibly uneventful issue with uninspired character writing but a single interesting breadcrumb in the Lex & Mercy scene. Read Full Review

Nobody has written Superman better, or injected so much creativity and character development into the supporting cast,than Williamson over the last few years. Each issue is a blast, and the interludes presented in this issue starting with a date night between Lois and Clark, is a fun and surprisingly emotional read.

This was purely a filler issue and was pretty disappointing. Playing darts on the moon by throwing boulders. I'm not sure if that would create tidal waves on Earth. From there they stop a war. it was good to see Amythest. Not sure about the costume though. There was no progression of the story whatsoever. And the Lex storyline of losing his memory is pretty stupid. Hopefully, we get back on track next issue.

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Superman #21 continues the baffling trend of sidelining Superman in favor of propping up Lois Lane as a superhero—a narrative choice that not only feels forced but actively undermines the timeless dynamic that has made this duo iconic for decades. The issue is yet another example of modern storytelling prioritizing novelty over the essence of what makes Superman’s world so compelling: his unwavering strength, his compassion, and, yes, his role as the savior and protector of those he loves.

The synopsis teases an “epic date night” between Clark and Lois—a much-needed moment of respite after the chaos of Doomsday’s attack. But instead of giving us a meaningful exploration of their relationship, the story shoehorns Lois into the action as Superwoman yet again. This misguided attempt to transform her from the intrepid reporter who challenges Clark with her wit and courage into a superpowered peer feels unnecessary at best and distracting at worst.

The magic of Superman and Lois Lane has always been their complementarity. Lois, grounds Superman, reminding him of the humanity he fights to protect. Meanwhile, Superman inspires Lois to see beyond the limits of human frailty. By turning Lois into a second-rate superhero, the story erases that dynamic and reduces her to a participant in generic action scenes. Instead of being the woman who challenges Superman emotionally and intellectually, Lois becomes a character who needs to throw punches to be “relevant.”

The alien invasion—a massive armada seeking revenge on Superman—should be a grand, dramatic affair. But the focus remains scattered, bouncing between Clark, Lois, and the alien threat without giving any one element the attention it deserves. The result is a narrative that feels disjointed, with Superman’s heroism diluted by Lois’s unnecessary attempts to share the spotlight.

And let’s talk about this "secret" Clark has been keeping about the future. If the creative team was looking to inject some drama into their relationship, they could have explored themes of trust, vulnerability, or the burden of being Superman. Instead, it’s treated as another chance to keep Lois in the thick of things, a move that feels more like a gimmick than a meaningful plot development.

Verdict: If you’re looking for classic Superman storytelling with heart, gravitas, and compelling character dynamics, Superman #21 isn’t it. This issue seems more interested in checking boxes than honoring the legacy of the Man of Steel. Let Superman be Superman—and let Lois be the Lois. more