“Truth, Justice, and Great Responsibility” creative team – Mark Waid, Jorge Jiménez, Tomeu Morey, Tom Napolitano
“The World’s Finest” creative team – Tom King, Jim Lee, Scott Williams, Alex Sinclair, Pat Brosseau
“Pages” creative team – Christopher Priest, Daniel Sampere, Alejandro Sánchez, Willia Schubert
“Beyond the Cobwebs of Tomorrow” creative team – Sean Murphy, Simon Gough, Andworld Design
“Jimmy Con Carnage” creative team – Mat Fraction, Steve Lieber, Nathan Fairbairn, Clayton Cowles
“The Bridge” creative team – Jeff Lemire, Rafa Sandoval, Ulises Arreola, Becca Carey
“Bias” creative team – Greg Rucka, Nicola Scott, Marcelo Maiolo, Ariana Maher
“Blind Date” creative team – Gail Simone, Belén Ortega, Jordie Bellaire, Lucas Gattoni
Published by DC Studios
The Story
This comic is reviewed by both Megan from the Vigilante Vibes Podcast and Matt from the Hops “Geek” News podcast!
Matt – There was so much to love in this jam-packed issue! The overall theme is how Spider-Man and Superman are not exactly that different in the way they want to save everybody, and how they are technically both journalists. The themes that are captured throughout these stories hammer home how both they and even Mary Jane, Lois, and others have so much in common.
Peter geeking out over Superman and then Superman asking Peter why he sells pictures of himself to Jameson when it is only negative may have been my favorite part of this book. Peter explaining that he’s essentially getting Jameson to pay the guy he hates was such a fun quip and puts things into perspective. Whether we were battling a kryptonite empowered Ock, bursting out of pocket dimensions, or holding on, was that Frank Castle smiling?! Regardless, this book shows why these crossovers are important and incredibly fun.
Megan – Once you open DC/Marvel: Superman/Spider-Man #1, you’ll be taken into what feels like a multiversal world of champions. With so many excellent stories written by some of the best in the business, there’s something for everyone in the comic. You have Spider-Man and Superman, Lois Lane and MJ, Superboy and Spider-Man 2099, Frank Castle and Power Girl, and the list goes on and on. Seeing these characters join forces or work against each other, you’ll be able to appreciate each one of them and what they bring to the table.
There are so many moments that I appreciated, whether it be Power Girl and Frank Castle on a date or MJ and Lois relating their superhero-charged lives to each other. But the sole foundation of the comic is Superman and Spider-Man. Two characters that are the definition of hope and goodness, coming together with the priority of saving the day.
The Art
Matt – The artwork throughout is astounding and incredibly well done. The spacing and how each character got to have their moments in the book, with big splash pages and epic panels, shows the love put into the artwork. Seeing various artists and colorists’ take on crafting webs, such as when Pete covers a kryptonite-depleted Superman in his webs, led to some fun artistic moments. Watching Power Girl fly off with Frank Castle in her arms or various battle sequences over panels makes this issue gorgeous and fun in so many ways!
Megan – When you have a creative team as stacked as DC/Marvel: Superman/Spider-Man #1, then you know you’re in for an amazing time. Each story brings its own flavor to the book, and each artist was able to showcase their talents in a huge way. What I loved the most was that the artists really made each story their own, showing their signature styles, whether it’s the coloring, the detailing, or the fantastic lettering work. The artists really went out of their way to make this comic as super-charged as the characters are.
Final Thoughts
Matt– 10/10–Superman/Spider-Man #1 is the heart-warming crossover the world needs at this very moment. It is beautifully drawn, colored, and lettered as well as littered with hilarious dialogue, making this a classic re-read!
Megan – 10/10. This comic was made with the fans in mind. There’s something in here for everyone. This should absolutely be on everyone’s pull list!
Overall Grade – 10/10
Let us know in the comments what you thought of DC/Marvel: Superman/Spider-Man #1!
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