Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen #1
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| Writer | Matt Fraction |
| Artist | Steve Lieber |
| Cover Price | $3.99 |
Jimmy Olsen must die! Wait, we're getting ahead of ourselves. Jimmy Olsen lives! Superman's best friend and Daily Planet photographer Jimmy Olsen tours the bizarre underbelly of the DC Universe in this new miniseries featuring death, destruction, giant turtles and more! It's a centuries-spanning whirlwind of weird that starts in Metropolis and ends in Gotham City. And then we kill Jimmy.
CRITIC REVIEWS Back to Top
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ComicBook.com - Chase Magnett
Jun 13, 2019Jimmy Olsen #1 is the rare superhero comic that not only acknowledges the immense potential of its medium, but throws a lasso around its neck and leaps onto its back to see how far it can be ridden. Read Full Review
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Lyles Movie Files - Jeffrey Lyles
Jul 16, 2019I think this is going to be my new go-to DC book when I just need a good laugh over some unexpectedly ridiculous scenarios. Welcome to the big dance Jimmy. You deserve this moment in the spotlight. Read Full Review
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Geek Dad - Ray Goldfield
Jul 17, 2019It's rare that a comic sets is tone and themes up so perfectly in one issue the way Superman's Pal, Jimmy Olsen #1 does, but Matt Fraction and Steve Lieber's bizarre continuation of the wacky status quo they set up in the Leviathan Rising special takes that story's strengths and doubles down on them. Read Full Review
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10
Comic Book Bin - Philip Schweier
Jul 17, 2019This12-issue series " one of many currently being published " has the mostentertainment potential at this time. Dont miss it if you can. Read Full Review
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10
You Don't Read Comics - Jason A. Fleece
Jul 17, 2019Its no secret that Supermans Pal Jimmy Olsen, along with the currently-running Lois Lane mini and the upcoming Legion of Superheroes relaunch, is part of the renaissance of the Superman titles that began last year with Action Comics #1000. The first issue is a comedic masterpiece and promises great things to come. Read Full Review
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DC Comics News - Ari Bard
Jul 19, 2019This is a well executed effort at something completely unique to the superhero genre from a seasoned creative team that knows how to shake things up and make you laugh. Read Full Review
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9.6
Chuck's Comic Of The Day - Chuck
Jul 19, 2019So, if you're looking for a book with humor and heart, look no further - Jimmy is everyone's pal! Read Full Review
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9.5
411Mania - Steve Gustafson
Jun 20, 2019Run, don't walk, to your nearest comic book shop, and grab this book. Read Full Review
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9.3
Sequential Planet - Marcus Orchard
Jul 17, 2019Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen's is a fun read, setting up for what is likely going to be a compelling series. The issue doesn't actually add too much to Jimmy, but he is written so well that it just doesn't matter. The writing and art pull from just the best parts of the silver age, and I can't wait to see where this creative team goes. Read Full Review
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Geek'd Out - Nico Sprezzatura
Jul 17, 2019One thing you cant deny about Jimmy Olsen is the creative firepower it contains. As well as the aforementioned Fraction, whose beloved Hawkeye ended four years ago this week, he brings along fellow Marvel alum Steve Lieber, whose acclaimed Super Foes of Spider-Man ran concurrently with the former. Together, theyre unstoppable its such a perfect match of sensibilities that you have to wonder why it never happened sooner. Fractions script is witty enough on its own, but Liebers art takes it over the top. It also helps that Liebers style is very compatible with the platonic ideal of Silver Age comics, with clean lines and simple layouts. Colorist Nathan Fairbairns palette is equally suited to the aesthetic, opting for flat tones whenever possible but utilizing visual depth when appropriate. Its easy to pretend this is a comic that was published decades ago, and I say that in a good way. Read Full Review
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9.0
Big Comic Page - Craig Neilson-Adams
Jul 17, 2019Sure it's a little absurd at times, and readers looking for a more straight-laced superhero pal story are likely to be bitterly disappointed, but I absolutely defy anyone to make it all the way through this first issue without at least cracking a smile. Fraction and Lieber are about as perfectly suited a creative partnership as I can think of, and the way they continually play off each other here makes this nothing less than an absolute joy to read. Read Full Review
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9.0
Forces Of Geek - Lenny Schwartz
Jul 18, 2019It's a fun issue overall! Fraction has a great handle on the character and it shows. Likewise, Lieber is an artist who doesn't get enough attention. Together, the two of them do an amazing job of bringing this book to life. I look forward to see what adventures they have in store for us. Read Full Review
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9.0
Newsarama - Adrian Care
Jul 25, 2019This is a book that emphasizes fun. Reading it is nothing but a good time packed with creativity, laughs, and quick paced adventure. It's clear that being Superman's Pal is a ball, and Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen is undoubtedly enjoying himself as he takes us along for the ride. Read Full Review
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8.7
Word Of The Nerd - Brent Jackson
Jul 20, 2019The art and story fit perfectly together in Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen #1. The lighthearted comedy-mystery is full of laughs and a very intriguing conundrum/riddle as well. If you are looking for something to put a smile on your face or have a spot to fill in a light week of comics then I definitely suggest you check out this series; you will not be disappointed. Read Full Review
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8.7
Word Of The Nerd - Brent Jackson
Jul 20, 2019The art and story fit perfectly together in Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen #1. The lighthearted comedy-mystery is full of laughs and a very intriguing conundrum/riddle as well. If you are looking for something to put a smile on your face or have a spot to fill in a light week of comics then I definitely suggest you check out this series; you will not be disappointed. Read Full Review
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8.5
Multiversity Comics - Christa Harader
Jun 12, 2019Supermans Pal Jimmy Olsen #1 nails the fun, fearless and feckless sidekick of legend with great storytelling, fine art, sophisticated colors and pro lettering. Read Full Review
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8.0
Weird Science - Jeremy Daw
Jul 17, 2019I'm still not sure why Matt Fraction wants to write about Jimmy Olsen, but, as the result, this issue is entertaining, intriguing and genuinely funny, I'm not going to let that bother me too much. Lieber's art adds considerably to the humor and, at times, the tension in these pages; he and Fraction deliver an impressive slice of fast-paced, almost 'madcap', comic book storytelling. On the whole, despite an oddly downbeat start, this works for me. Read Full Review
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8.0
GWW - Deron Generally
Jul 17, 2019Steve Lieber complements the tone and style of this story with some impressive and fun art. Read Full Review
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8.0
Kabooooom - Matt Morrison
Jul 19, 2019While this book won't be everyone's cup of tea, it's still an uproariously funny title that should appeal to anyone who doesn't take their comics too seriously and thinks bow-ties are cool. Read Full Review
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8.0
Major Spoilers - Matthew Peterson
Jul 21, 2019The adventures of the world's greatest pal are off to a high-velocity start and all of it is entertaining and well-drawn. Read Full Review
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7.1
Comic Watch - Matt Meyer
Jul 18, 2019Jimmy Olsen is back, and maybe a smidge too cutesy for his own good...but that's not necessarily the worst thing that could happen. What this book needs is a bit more story, and less forced quirkiness, and it will fire on all cylinders. Read Full Review
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6.6
Monkeys Fighting Robots - Jose "Jody" Cardona
Jul 17, 2019While the first issue shows promise, this look into Jimmy Olsen's life is certainly a weird one. Read Full Review
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This is not to say that I think Superman’s Pal Jimmy Olsen is a failure by any means - but I might argue that as a standalone first issue, readers may wish to adjust their expectations accordingly. This isn’t the first issue of Hawkeye, nor is it the first issue of Superior Foes of Spider-Man - the aims of this book aren’t nearly as lofty, and the end results are a bit more down-to-earth than you might expect from Superman’s most over-the-top sidekick. That said, even this baseline has plenty of solid moments, and there’s never any moments that stop Jimmy’s adventures in their tracks - one has the sense that this series can only go up from here, and given where Jimmy Olsen is starting, that bodes well for future installments of this comic book to come. Read Full Review
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Matt Fraction is a genius!!! This issue has erased all my doubts about a Jimmy Olsen maxi-series.
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9.5
I actually had a lot of fun reading this one.
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9.0
Great first issue! Love the 4th wall break angle they're taking because honestly how else would you react if you were friends with Superman. The story is extremely meta, taking points from all of Superman and Jimmy's history while also telling a humorous while also entertainingly engaging story. Excited to see what happens next issue
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A very fun comic to read.
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9.0
Superman winking at the camera while a nonplussed citizen looked on gave me life.
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This was a delight too read. perry going from frothing at the mouth to singing the praises of Jimmy in a matter of moments cause he makes the most bucks for the planet had me in stitches
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Ugh. Gotham
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Super fun first issue. Plenty of laughs and Lieber's art perfectly matches the tone of the issue. Cant wait for more
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9.0
Top notch comicbooking from Fraction and Lieber! Not all land right but the majority work well and had me laughing from its outrageously poignant stupidity. Steve Lieber's art is great and is even better from what I saw a decade ago. Kuddos to him!
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8.5
THE GOOD: -Hahahahaha.... goddamn, this was funny. I may have underestimated this series from it's preview in the Leviathan Rising special. -I love the format for this comic. It's perfect for a silly little series like this. Whether or not it will hold up for twelve issues... we'll have to see. -"It's the Falls That'll Kill Ya" was a perfect opener. It wasn't overly silly, which made the end payoff more funny and satisfying. And Lieber's art captures this little story's dry humor perfectly. -Speaking of, Lieber's got some impressive art. And not just from a comedic perspective, although it can be really funny. -"New in Town" was honestly the funniest story here. -BWOARK. -I need to see a six issue prequel series ab more
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SO MUCH FUN!
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8.0
Jimmy Olsen lives upto his name.
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7.5
Not sure why this is getting such good reviews. It's a very average comic.
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7.0
"I don't speak spreadsheet" A little bit tough to read but with some genuinely funny moments and with some really nice art.
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6.5
In this first issue Matt Fraction serves up a fractured storyline that gives readers an unnecessarily far back background into the title character. It reminded me of the tired joke used in movies where the interrogator tells his captor to start at the beginning, and they literally start at the beginning, reciting childhood memories. There were some genuinely funny moments, and I have no complaints about the art. I think I have to just chalk this one up as something I don't get/it's not for me.
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6.0
I was definitely not as impressed as many others. It was fine, but I didn't think it was anything special at all.
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6.0
Fraction clearly has fun playing with the conventions of the Silver Age Jimmy Olsen books, from the ludicrous nature of Olsen's antics to the way in which he compartmentalizes and titles each chapter. Character development is weak, but the story is established: Jimmy's hijinks are selling newspapers, but he's causing so much damage that he needs to get shipped out of Metropolis. Where will this take us? The art, clearly supposed to be simple in a Silver Age way, falls short. The flat colors CAN work, but the artist appears to be drawing for computerized saturation coloring. Way way way too much blank space and full body shots. The best art is the turtle re-entry sequence with Superman...where the colors of the fireball take over. I more
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6.0
It's cute. It's not nearly as funny as it thinks it is. Well, except for the Clark wink gag. That's hysterical and almost makes the book worth it. But it's cute. Eh. Glad to have Matt Fraction back, I guess.
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