Superman #8

Writer: Joshua Williamson Artist: Gleb Melnikov Publisher: DC Comics Release Date: November 22, 2023 Cover Price: $4.99 Critic Reviews: 11 User Reviews: 37
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8.9User Rating

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POWERLESS! Superman versus the Chained concludes! One of the biggest battles Metropolis has ever witnessed comes down to Superman doing the unthinkable and sacrificing his powers to stop the Chained. How does that impact Lex Luthor's plans...or is Lex too busy dealing with the shocking return of his mother in Superman #850?!

  • 10
    ComicBook.com - Matthew Aguilar Nov 22, 2023

    New story threads abound throughout the issue, and Joshua Williamson pulls at just the right ones with expert precision, revealing new layers to what's happening now and teasing important elements for what is to come. Read Full Review

  • 9.5
    Geek Dad - Ray Goldfield Nov 21, 2023

    Williamson has done a lot of great DC book over the years, but this might be the best yet. Read Full Review

  • 9.0
    Henchman-4-Hire - Sean Ian Mills Nov 25, 2023

    This issue is smack dab in the middle of a big, fun superhero brawl, and both action and character scenes are a lot of fun to read. Read Full Review

  • 8.7
    The Super Powered Fancast - Deron Generally Nov 21, 2023

    All of the artists deliver fantastic visuals throughout the issue. I love Baldeons art and could pick out those moments right away, but all of the art flows together brilliantly to create an awesome visual experience. Read Full Review

  • 8.5
    AIPT - Colin Moon Nov 21, 2023

    Aping classic Superman aesthetics and a bright tone, issue 8 nonetheless develops a tragic villain by rooting him to the mythology. Read Full Review

  • 8.2
    Comic Watch - B. Radtz Nov 27, 2023

    Just when I thought I was growing bored with Joshuas Superman, he pumps out a killer issue like this, and brings me right back in. Plus Glebs art really improved with this issue, which really helped with my enjoyment of the issue. While I know Lexs turn to the light will never last forever, its a nice change of pace. What do these guys have up next for the Man of Steel? Dont know, but I cant wait. Read Full Review

  • 8.0
    Lyles Movie Files - Jeffrey Lyles Nov 21, 2023

    The story continues to be engaging, but the art lacked its normal level of high quality. Still, this storyline is proving very engaging and maintains the momentum of this new Superman run. Read Full Review

  • 8.0
    Supergirl Comic Box Commentary - Anj Nov 24, 2023

    The art does flip around. The ending is partially by usual artist Jamal Campbell. But 4 artists on one issue is at least 2 too many.  Still, the book has a nice energy and pace to it. Read Full Review

  • 7.5
    The Comicbook Dispatch - StoryBabbler Nov 24, 2023

    Superman #8 delivers a destructive conclusion to Superman's battle with the Chained and sets things up for the next story arc. While the Chained and the fight with him doesn't do anything too exciting, and we're just now learning more about him in the very issue he's defeated, the art makes him a destructive and functional villain.While the comic was still fun, the ending does have weird timing with what's going on with Superman in Action Comics. We'll see how this series tackles the concept as it moves on to the next story arc for Superman. Read Full Review

  • 7.0
    Weird Science - Gabe Hernandez Nov 21, 2023

    Superman #8 is a perfectly decent conclusion to The Unchained's reign of terror with solid art and a respectable cliffhanger. Nothing in this issue will blow you away, and the overarching plot involving Pharm and Graft is still sidelined, but Superman fans will enjoy this comic. Read Full Review

  • 4.0
    The Comic Book Spot - Heath Fodor Dec 4, 2023

    The artwork is not consistent in the slightest. Lex Luthor's nose gains and loses a bridge several times during this issue. Basic editing errors are abundant here. I want to see more of The Chained's backstory. There is no richness to the colors or vibrance to the inks. Read Full Review

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