Action Comics (1938-2011) Series

411 primary works • 428 total works
904-issue ongoing series published from April 18, 1938 to October, 2011 by DC Comics, it is the second longest running comic book series of all time, and although it features Superman throughout, for the first several years of publication, Action Comics existed as an anthology series, featuring multiple twelve-page stories featuring a variety of ch…

Book 1

Action Comics (1938-2011) #1
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3.91 · 1011 Ratings · 115 Reviews · published 1938 · 15 editions
The comic book that started it all. Superman's ver…

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    Book 2

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #2
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    3.63     · 139 Ratings · 13 Reviews · 1 edition
    After investigating Alex Greer, Superman finds tho…

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    Book 3

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #3
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    3.64     · 108 Ratings · 10 Reviews · 1 edition
    Superman investigates a possible conspiracy behind…

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    Book 4

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #4
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    3.21     · 95 Ratings · 11 Reviews · published 1938 · 2 editions
    Dressed as a collegiate football player, Superman …

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    Book 5

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #5
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    3.38     · 84 Ratings · 8 Reviews · published 1938 · 2 editions
    Lois and Clark compete to get the scoop on the det…

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    Book 6

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #6
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    3.27     · 102 Ratings · 12 Reviews · published 1938 · 2 editions
    Featuring the first appearance of a certain bow-ti…

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    Book 7

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #7
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    3.18     · 65 Ratings · 4 Reviews · 2 editions
    Superman puts on a show to save the Jordan Circus.…

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    Book 8

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #8
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    3.08     · 63 Ratings · 8 Reviews · published 1938 · 2 editions
    A petty criminal is using wayward boys to steal fr…

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    Book 9

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #9
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    3.39     · 57 Ratings · 5 Reviews · 1 edition
    Detective Reilly is assigned to bring Superman to …

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    Book 10

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #10
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    3.29     · 56 Ratings · 5 Reviews · published 1939 · 2 editions
    A certain gang is getting a visit from Superman to…

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    Book 11

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #11
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    3.10     · 48 Ratings · 6 Reviews · 2 editions
    There's something amok with an oil stock and Super…

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    Book 12

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #12
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    3.13     · 45 Ratings · 5 Reviews · 1 edition
    When car accidents spike, Superman takes on reckle…

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    Book 13

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #13
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    3.14     · 35 Ratings · 4 Reviews · 1 edition
    When the Ultrahumanite tries to dominate the world…

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    Book 14

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #14
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    3.17     · 35 Ratings · 4 Reviews · 1 edition
    The Ultra-Humanite continues his assault! Superman…

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    Book 22

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #22
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    3.44     · 27 Ratings · 1 Reviews · 2 editions
    Another thrilling Superman adventure in "Europe At…

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    Book 25

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #25
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    3.12     · 17 Ratings · 2 Reviews · 1 edition
    Lives and identities are at stake as Lois Lane and…

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    Book 27

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #27
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    3.38     · 13 Ratings · 1 edition
    Clark Kent and Lois Lane investigate a rehabilitat…

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    Book 28

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #28
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    2.94     · 17 Ratings · 1 Reviews · 1 edition
    There's a mysterious strongman in a leopard-print …

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    Book 29

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #29
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    2.76     · 17 Ratings · 1 edition
    Superman and Lois Lane uncover an insurance scam!

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    Book 30

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #30
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    2.93     · 15 Ratings · 2 Reviews · 1 edition
    A surprise snowstorm hits Metropolis—in the middle…

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    Book 31

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #31
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    3.00     · 13 Ratings · 1 Reviews · 1 edition
    Superman enters a small town where every person fa…

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    Book 32

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #32
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    2.92     · 12 Ratings · 3 Reviews · 2 editions
    “THE PRESTON GAMBLING RACKET.” Superman investigat…

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    Book 41

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #41
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    2.43     · 7 Ratings · 1 edition
    “THE SABOTAGE RING.” Superman follows up leads in …

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    Book 44

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #44
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    3.00     · 7 Ratings · 1 edition
    “THE CAVEMAN CRIMINAL!” A scientist revives a preh…

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    Book 46

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #46
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    3.00     · 6 Ratings · 1 edition
    “THE DEVIL’S PLAYGROUND.” The Domino terrorizes th…

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    Book 47

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #47
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    3.75     · 8 Ratings · 1 edition
    “POWERSTONE!” The treacherous Lex Luthor gains sup…

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    Book 50

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #50
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    3.00     · 7 Ratings · 1 edition
    “THE PROFESSIONAL BASEBALL PLAYER.” Lois and Clark…

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    Book 52

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #52
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    3.67     · 6 Ratings · 1 edition
    “THE EMPEROR OF AMERICA.” The President of the Uni…

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    Book 54

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #54
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    2.67     · 6 Ratings · 1 edition
    “THE PIRATE OF PLEASURE ISLAND.” The Man of Tomorr…

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    Book 55

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #55
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    2.00     · 6 Ratings · 1 edition
    “A GOOF NAMED TINY RUFE.” It’s Superman versus car…

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    Book 58

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #58
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    3.29     · 7 Ratings · 1 Reviews · 1 edition
    “THE FACE OF ADONIS.” Fading film star James Trevo…

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    Book 60

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #60
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    3.00     · 32 Ratings · 4 Reviews · 1 edition
    “LOIS LANE – SUPERWOMAN!” Lois Lane gets hit by a …

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    Book 64

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #64
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    3.00     · 11 Ratings · 3 Reviews · 1 edition
    “THE TERRIBLE TOYMAN.” The Toyman uses toys to com…

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    Book 65

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #65
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    2.75     · 8 Ratings · 2 Reviews · 1 edition
    “THE MILLION-DOLLAR MARATHON!” A dying multi-milli…

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    Book 67

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #67
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    3.14     · 7 Ratings · 1 Reviews · 1 edition
    “MAKE WAY FOR FATE!” Superman becomes involved in …

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    Book 68

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #68
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    3.00     · 7 Ratings · 1 Reviews · 1 edition
    “SUPERMAN MEETS SUSIE.” Lois Lane’s niece, Susie, …

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    Book 69

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #69
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    3.29     · 7 Ratings · 1 Reviews · 1 edition
    “THE LOST AND FOUND MYSTERY.” Lois and Clark are b…

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    Book 70

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #70
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    3.17     · 6 Ratings · 1 Reviews · 1 edition
    “SUPERMAN TAKES A HOLIDAY!” A new villain, the Thi…

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    Book 71

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #71
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    3.62     · 8 Ratings · 1 Reviews · 1 edition
    “VALENTINE VILLAINY.” Superman and his pal, Jimmy …

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    Book 72

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #72
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    3.00     · 5 Ratings · 1 Reviews · 1 edition
    “SUPERMAN AND THE SUPER-MOVERS!” Superman compares…

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    Book 74

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #74
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    3.00     · 6 Ratings · 1 Reviews · 1 edition
    “THE COURTSHIP OF ADELBERT DRIBBLE.” Adelbert Drib…

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    Book 75

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #75
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    3.33     · 6 Ratings · 1 Reviews · 1 edition
    “AESOP’S MODERN FABLES.” An escaped prisoner named…

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    Book 76

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #76
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    3.50     · 6 Ratings · 1 Reviews · 1 edition
    "“A VOYAGE TO DESTINY!” Young Fred Carson is told …

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    Book 77

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #77
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    3.00     · 5 Ratings · 1 edition
    “THE HEADLINE HOAX.” The Prankster disguises himse…

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    Book 78

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #78
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    2.67     · 6 Ratings · 1 edition
    “THE CHEF OF BOHEMIA.” Superman cooks up a super r…

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    Book 80

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #80-81
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    3.83     · 6 Ratings · 1 edition
    “MR. MXYZTPLK RETURNS.” When unusual and weird thi…

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    Book 82

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #82
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    2.75     · 4 Ratings · 1 edition
    “THE WATER SPRITE!” Superman investigates a young …

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    Book 84

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #84
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    2.33     · 3 Ratings · 1 edition
    “TOMMY GETS A ZERO!” Tommy Allen’s teacher assigns…

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    Book 85

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #85-86
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    3.00     · 3 Ratings · 1 edition
    “THE PUZZLE IN JADE.” When reports of toy ships at…

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    Book 87

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #87
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    3.00     · 3 Ratings · 1 edition
    “DANGER HIGHWAY!” Clark Kent pens a thrilling stor…

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    Book 88

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #88
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    2.25     · 4 Ratings · 1 edition
    “THE ADVENTURE OF THE STINGY MEN!” Superman helps …

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    Book 89

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #89
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    2.25     · 4 Ratings · 1 edition
    “THE KING OF COLOR!” Clark Kent decides to change …

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    Book 90

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #90
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    2.67     · 3 Ratings · 1 edition
    “ROOKERY FOR RIVER RATS.” A crime wave hits Metrop…

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    Book 91

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #91-92
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    3.00     · 4 Ratings · 1 edition
    “THE GHOST DRUM.” Clark Kent investigates an eerie…

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    Book 93

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #93
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    2.90     · 10 Ratings · 1 edition
    “CHRISTMAS ’ROUND THE WORLD!” As Superman reunites…

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    Book 94

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #94
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    3.40     · 5 Ratings · 1 edition
    “BATTLE OF THE REDWOODS.” While visiting a lumber …

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    Book 96

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #96
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    2.50     · 4 Ratings · 1 edition
    “HAIRCUT – AND A CLOSE SHAVE!” A struggling writer…

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    Book 98

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #98
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    2.00     · 3 Ratings · 1 edition
    “STARRING SUSIE.” Lois Lane’s niece, Susie, runs a…

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    Book 99

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #99
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    3.67     · 3 Ratings · 1 edition
    “THE TALISMAN OF TROUBLE!” Superman and Lois Lane …

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    Book 100

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #100
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    3.33     · 3 Ratings · 2 editions
    “THE SLEUTH WHO NEVER FAILED!” A detective with an…

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    Book 101

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #101
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    2.75     · 4 Ratings · 1 edition
    “CRIME PARADISE!” Something is wrong with Superman…

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    Book 102

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #102
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    2.50     · 2 Ratings · 1 edition
    “MR. MXYZTPLK AND HIS WONDERFUL LAMP.” Mr. Mxyztpl…

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    Book 103

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #103
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    2.67     · 3 Ratings · 1 edition
    “THE ROAD TO HAPPINESS.” Lois and Clark take a tri…

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    Book 104

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #104
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    2.50     · 6 Ratings · 1 Reviews · 1 edition
    “CANDYTOWN U.S.A.” The Prankster returns! And this…

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    Book 105

    Action Comics (1938-2011) #105
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    3.38     · 8 Ratings · 1 edition
    “THE MAN WHO HATED CHRISTMAS.” Superman gets some …

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    Book 241

    Action Comics #241
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    3.58     · 12 Ratings · 3 Reviews · 1 edition
    This is the first appearance of the Earth-One Fort…

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    Book 252

    Action Comics
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    3.84     · 64 Ratings · 8 Reviews · published 1959 · 4 editions
    Witness the origin and first appearance of Supergi…

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    Book 253

    Action Comics
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    3.50     · 4 Ratings · 2 Reviews · 2 editions
    Action Comics No. 253; June, 1959.

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    Book 254

    Action Comics Vol 1, #254
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    3.00     · 7 Ratings · 3 Reviews · published 1959 · 2 editions

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    Book 255

    Action Comics
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    3.14     · 7 Ratings · 3 Reviews · published 1959 · 3 editions
    Action Comics No. 255, Aug., 1959.

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    Book 256

    Action Comics
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    4.00     · 3 Ratings · 2 Reviews · published 1959 · 1 edition
    Cover pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Stan Kaye. "Th…

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    Book 257

    Action Comics
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    3.33     · 3 Ratings · 2 Reviews · published 1959 · 1 edition
    Action Comics No. 257; Oct., 1959. Featuring "The …

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    Book 258

    Action Comics
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    3.00     · 4 Ratings · 3 Reviews · published 1959 · 1 edition

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    Book 259

    Action Comics
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    3.33     · 3 Ratings · 2 Reviews · published 1959 · 1 edition

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    Action Comics
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    3.00     · 3 Ratings · 2 Reviews · published 1960 · 1 edition

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    Action Comics
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    3.67     · 3 Ratings · 2 Reviews · published 1960 · 1 edition

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    Book 262

    Action Comics
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    3.67     · 3 Ratings · 1 Reviews · published 1960 · 1 edition

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    Book 263

    Action Comics
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    3.33     · 3 Ratings · 1 Reviews · published 1960 · 1 edition

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    Book 264

    Action Comics
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    3.67     · 3 Ratings · 1 Reviews · published 1960 · 1 edition

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    Book 265

    Action Comics
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    3.33     · 3 Ratings · 1 Reviews · published 1960 · 1 edition

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    Book 266

    Action Comics
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    4.00     · 2 Ratings · 1 Reviews · 1 edition
    Two classic stories "Captive of the Amazons" and "…

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    Book 267

    Action Comics
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    3.18     · 11 Ratings · 3 Reviews · published 1960 · 3 editions
    "Hercules in the 20th Century"
    Lex Luther brings He…

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    Book 268

    Action Comics
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    3.50     · 2 Ratings · 1 Reviews · 2 editions

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    Book 269

    Action Comics
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    ACTION COMICS 269

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    Book 270

    Action Comics
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    Early Vintage intage Silver Age

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    Book 271

    Action Comics
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    3.50     · 2 Ratings · 1 Reviews · 1 edition
    Action Comics No. 271; Dec., 1960 issue. Featuring…

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    Book 272

    Action Comics
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    4.33     · 3 Ratings · 2 Reviews · 1 edition
    Featuring Superman's Rival, Mental Man!

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    Book 273

    Action Comics
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    Featuring Superman in "The World of Mr. Mxyzptlk!"…

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    Book 274

    Action Comics
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    3.00     · 2 Ratings · 1 Reviews · 11 editions
    Featuring "The Reversed Super-powers!" Superman's …

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    Book 275

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    4.00     · 2 Ratings · 1 Reviews · 3 editions
    Featuring "The Menace of Red and Green Kryptonite!…

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    Book 276

    Action Comics
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    3.00     · 6 Ratings · 1 Reviews · 1 edition

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    Book 277

    Action Comics
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    3.50     · 4 Ratings · 2 Reviews · 1 edition
    Action Comics No. 277; June, 1961. Featuring Super…

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    Book 278

    Action Comics
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    4.25     · 4 Ratings · 2 Reviews · 2 editions
    Featuring "the Super-powers of Perry White!" Perry…

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    Book 279

    Action Comics
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    4.00     · 3 Ratings · 1 Reviews · 2 editions
    Good (2.0) Cover pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Sta…

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    Book 280

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    4.00     · 2 Ratings · 1 Reviews · 3 editions
    Featuring "Brainiac's Super-Revenge!" "What a sini…

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    Book 281

    Action Comics
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    4.00     · 2 Ratings · 1 Reviews · 1 edition
    Fine+/Very Fine (7.0) Cover pencils by Curt Swan, …

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    Book 282

    Action Comics
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    4.00     · 2 Ratings · 1 Reviews · 2 editions

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    Book 283

    Action Comics
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    4.00     · 2 Ratings · 1 Reviews · 3 editions

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    Book 284

    Action Comics
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    “THE BABE OF STEEL.” Clark Kent has been sent out …

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    Book 285

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