Even topps had a series of trading cards with stills from the movie. This website is devoted to dc comics superman, the first and best comic book superhero, who was created by jerry siegel and joe shuster. Nov 25, 20 suggested by the unfilmed 1957 david chantler feature screenplay, and the online comic book adaptation by randy garrett. Watermarked superman iii opening remastered 1080p by. A true comic book film we discuss why the films narrative structure was the main source of its abysmal reaction from audiences. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. Here is every adaptation of superman, ranked from worst to best. In this humorous take on the cannon, the man of steel must face the ultimate computer and the witty banter of one of the funniest men alive. Superman movies with christopher reeve at the helm represent both the good and the bad of. In the meantime, here are the 10 worst comic book movie adaptations. On the premiere episode of third times a charm, mike and his guest take a look at the richard lester masterpiece, superman iii, and talk about exposing children to cigarettes, booze, womanizing and so much more. Great adaptation of the classic film with lively old fashioned art.
All liveaction comicbook superhero adaptations imdb. There is a 1990s era reprint edition of this comic. Forget tying the action of superman iii to a larger, allencompassing d. Unlimited a 2012 comic book series that follows the justice league in its future incarnation as seen on batman. I will never forget watching the rebuildthegreatwallvision that superman had. The film birthed the age of superhero films, making them a true medium for exploration. The comics are especially fascinating because they have the strange distinction of readapting comic book properties back into comic book. Click on the news category headings below for a full list of news items available under that category.
Both the front and back covers have images of the one and only christopher reeves as the man of steel. The ten worst comic book movies of all time, according to our readers. Led by richard donner and christopher reeve, the film had unprecedented visual effects, winning a special achievement academy award, and brought comic books. We will be happy to provide additional information or photos prior to purchase. This bronze age comic artwork was penciled by curt swan and inked by sal amendol. Having failed to put out adaptations of the first two superman films although they did issue a magazine special for each, dc published a full adaptation of superman iii in 1983. But if you want to see white haired fuck perry white and his schemes to increase circulation of the daily planet, youre in luck. Adaptation adventure supernatural comic book adaptation superhero. Dc comics launched a comic book adaptation written by cary bates and illustrated by curt swan.
Three dimension adventures of superman 1953 original ed. Classic comic film adaptations the classic comics forum. George reeves, phyllis coates, jeff corey, walter reed. The quest for peace is the comic book adaptation of the original motion picture of the same name. Three dimension adventures of superman 1953 original edition. Jul 20, 2011 superman iv comic book adaptation released by dc comics in 1987. Released in 1987, four years after the poorly received but reasonably profitable superman iii, this film was an.
The long, grim comic history of superman turning evil. Show as slideshow annie ross christopher reeve comic book lois lane margot kidder richard pryor superman iii post navigation. The one half is a very weird caper where richard pryor not allowed to be even remotely himself due to the films pg rating. May 29, 2019 superman iii 1983 superman iii is really two different movies. Featuring the official adaptation of the movie starring christopher reeve and richard pryor. The ten worst comic book movies of all time, according to. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Comic comes bagged and boarded and in vfnm condition. Everything that is now technically part of the arrowverses. Supposedly around 75 percent of the film was shot by richard donner. I was so excited when they announced that the silver surfer would be in it. Superman beyond a oneshot spinoff that continues the story of the future superman, as he reconsiders his role on earth. Superman not only birthed the comic book superhero as we know it, he was the.
The 10 worst comic book adaptations of alltime every superhero has their nemesis, every positive has its negative and you can be sure that for every good comic book adaptation. Its the equivalent of the old imaginary stories in golden age dc comics. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which. Yeah okay, i know superman iii is one of my favourite films ever but like, im just struck how much of an accurate comic book movie it is. This is the original comic art for interior page 42, superman iii, the official adaptation of the movie. Apr 21, 2018 the comic book adaptation contained a sequence, cut down in the film, of lex luthor stealing a lock of supermans hair in a museum in order to get his dna to create nuclear man. The comics are especially fascinating because they have the strange distinction of readapting comic book properties back into comic book form.
This website is dedicated to giving you information on superman in all forms of media. Tied with superman iii for 9th10th place on the list. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book. Superman iii comic book adaptation published by dc comics 1983. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. Meanwhile, clark kent goes to his high school reunion and helps out a classmate who once had feelings for him. Superman 3 official movie adaptation dc comics andrew watt. Show as slideshow annie ross christopher reeve comic book lois lane margot kidder richard pryor superman iii. When the first superman movie was released it met with wide acclaim as a faithful adaptation of the classic comic book series shortly afterwards atari then owned by time warner who just also happened to own dc comics released the first superman game for the atari 2600.
It wasnt until 1983, however, that we first saw a comics adaptation of a film that was itself based on a comic book superhero. Tv series and serials based on one of the largest and most successful companies operating in the market for american comic books, dc comics. Details about superman iii official 1983 movie adaptation comic christopher reeve man of steel. Learn more about superman iii and releases of this film on dvd, bluray, vhs and more on filmogs. It is the fifth installment in the original superman. Superman iii 1983 synthetic kryptonite laced with tar splits superman in two. The key differences between liveaction adaptations and the comics. The official movie adaptation comic online free and high quality. Superman iv comic adaptation superman anthology wiki.
Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. Superman homepage everything you ever wanted to know. Suggested by the unfilmed 1957 david chantler feature screenplay, and the online comic book adaptation by randy garrett. Apr 29, 2019 its not the kind of comic book adaptation that likes or understands comic books. Superman iii comic book adaptation of the movie 1983. Cary bates and curt swan had been handling the man of steels adventures. Wed be lying if we said that every superman adaptation has accomplished that feat, but hey, superman would be a lot less interesting if kryptonite didnt occasionally make an appearance. Superman iii comic book adaptation of the movie 1983 sku. Movie adaptation are comic books that are based, or directly tiein to a movie. The best and worst of superman on film and tv forbes. Superman iii is the comic book adaptation of the original motion picture of the same name. Most disappointing comic book adaptation to screen.
The quest for peace is a 1987 superhero film directed by sidney j. Superman the dark side of apokolips is a book that is part comic and part chapter book about superman who, in addition being super strong and able to fly, has some interesting powers, like ice breath. The first major comic book film of the 1980s was superman ii 1980, which brought back christopher reeve in the title role. Its full of vivid colours thats why its so good when evil superman ends up in a slightly darker suit, the kind of suit that would just be fucking standard now and grandiose sets hi, welcome to my underground cave with a sentient super computer. Its not the kind of comic book adaptation that likes or understands comic books. Based on the dc comics character superman created by. Synthetic kryptonite laced with tar splits superman in two. Jul 14, 2011 superman iii comic book adaptation published by dc comics 1983. May 14, 2018 margot kidder, whose best known role was as reporter lois lane in the 1978 superman movie has died aged 69.
Superman iv comic book adaptation a tribute to christopher. Maggin, with mark waid and alex ross, is an adaptation of the comic book story arc of the same day in which superman returns after years of retirement to bring peace to a world plagued by warring superheroes. Superman iii opens on a shot of richard pryor waiting in the unemployment line. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with. It should not catalog licensed properties characters from movies who now star in their own comic series, but the comic in question should be an adaptation of the movie itself.
Although the cover title is superman iii the official adaptation of the movie, the indicia title for this book is actually the superman movie special, vol. Superman iii official 1983 movie adaptation comic christopher. Dc started in 1934 as national allied publications, then in the 1937, it formed as detective comics, inc with the founder of the american comic book, malcolm wheeler. Superman iii a mixed bag, this is where supermans big screen.
This comic is super rare and very impossible to find especially with a black cover. Superman and all related characters and logos are the properties of dc comics and warner bros. The official dc comics movie adaptation of the 1983 superman movie. This edit will also create new pages on comic vine for. The franzen davies funeral home in montana confirmed her death on sunday kidder was.
Movie photo superman iii is a britishamerican 1983 superhero film directed by richard lester. Superman iii here was a case in which the progenitors of this successful comic book adaptation figured they had to go in a new directionand chose the wrong one. Written by alexei posted in comic book, superman iii. When underground beings explore the surface world from a deep oil well and inadvertantly cause a panic, only superman can prevent a tragedy. October 16, 20 comic book, personal life 2 comments. July 14, 2011 comic book, superman iii post a comment. Its full of vivid colours thats why its so good when evil superman. Superman iii comic adaptation superman anthology wiki fandom. To bring superman iii to the comics, dc put two of their biggest superman names at the time on the book. Stories include the man who stole the sun, the origin of superman, and the man who bossed superman. Bob rozakis, curt swan, don heck, john beatty, dick giordano. The superman movies paved the way for comicbook blockbusters. Large parts of the movie were originally shot in conjunction with the first film. He leads a rebellion against an evil villain, darkseid, who enslaved the people of planet apokolips.
Superman iii comic book adaptation a tribute to christopher. This is a very rare superman iii movie adaptation 7up giveaway comic book. Beginning with arrow, the world of dc that appears on the cw quickly expanded to include first the flash, and then dcs legends of tomorrow and supergirl. Superman 3 official movie adaptation dc comics youtube.
Beware, you are proposing to add brand new pages to the wiki along with your edits. Mar 25, 2020 1 superman s silver age team did the comic book adaptation to bring superman iii to the comics, dc put two of their biggest superman names at the time on the book. Superman iii the movie special adaptation dc comics 1983 7up. The quest for peace is the fourth and last official installment of the superman movie series that started in 1978 with superman. Having failed to put out adaptations of the first two superman films although they did issue a magazine special for each, dc published a full adaptation of superman iii. Cary bates and curt swan had been handling the man of steels adventures on and off since the 1960s, and when it came time to condense the twohour movie into a 48page special. Superman iii is a 1983 superhero film directed by richard lester, based on the dc comics. In the comic book, luthor looks at the display and comments something like, superman, old pal, we should get together. Superman must battle against corporate ceo bent on controlling the world through computers. In 20, hong kong toy based company hot toys launched a superman iii action figure of the evil man of steel with the likeness of christopher reeve. Superman iii comic book adaptation a tribute to christopher reeve.
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