Continue below for details of the The Death of Superman tie-in digital comic. Expanding on events in the animated film, the comic series dives deeper into the lead-up and fallout of Superman’s tragic demise from The Death of Superman.
THE DEATH OF SUPERMAN #1
Written by: Louise Simonson
Pencils: Cat Staggs
Inks: Cat Staggs
Release Date: August 1, 2018
Story: The Death of Superman was one of the biggest moment in the history of comics. Revisit the story that rocked the entired world with the last stand of Earth’s mightiest champion in this thrilling brand new mini series!
“Power” Part 1! How did Superman miss the beginning of Doomsday’s rampage? Well, first, he had to save Lois Lane’s father from his own folly.
THE DEATH OF SUPERMAN #2
Written by: Louise Simonson
Pencils: Cat Staggs
Inks: Cat Staggs
Release Date: August 8, 2018
Story: Parasite was living quietly in Belle Reve till he saw a newcast of Superman’s fight with Metallo. Now he’s another distraction! “Power” part 2.
THE DEATH OF SUPERMAN #3
Written by: Louise Simonson
Pencils: Cat Staggs
Inks: Cat Staggs
Release Date: August 15, 2018
Story: Ma and Pa Kent came to Metropolis to meet Clark’s lady, but when Ma sets off on her own, Superman has to come back and save her! “Power” part 3.
THE DEATH OF SUPERMAN #4
Written by: Louise Simonson
Pencils: Cat Staggs
Inks: Cat Staggs
Release Date: August 22, 2018
Story: Superman’s been having a trying day, and now he’s letting off some steam—by punching Lobo! “Power” part 4.
THE DEATH OF SUPERMAN #5
Written by: Louise Simonson
Pencils: Joel Ojeda
Inks: Jose Marzan Jr.
Release Date: August 29, 2018
Story: “Proof” part 1! Jimmy Olsen is aiming for a promotion – can he convince Perry White he’s got the nose for news?
THE DEATH OF SUPERMAN #6
Written by: Louise Simonson
Pencils: Joel Ojeda
Inks: Jose Marzan Jr.
Release Date: September 5, 2018
Story: Jimmy shows Perry his evidence that Intergang is up to no good, but it’s flimsy. Maybe Lois can help? “Proof” part 2.
THE DEATH OF SUPERMAN #7
Written by: Louise Simonson
Pencils: Joel Ojeda
Inks: Jose Marzan Jr.
Release Date: September 12, 2018
Story: Intergang has big plans for Superman’s friend Jimmy Olsen. But will Doomsday interrupt them? “Proof” part 3.
THE DEATH OF SUPERMAN #8
Written by: Louise Simonson
Pencils: Joel Ojeda
Inks: Jose Marzan Jr.
Release Date: September 19, 2018
Story: Jimmy gets the biggest shots of his career as the Justice League takes on this menacing creature from beyond the stars! “Proof” part 4.
THE DEATH OF SUPERMAN #9
Written by: Louise Simonson
Pencils: Laura Braga
Inks: Laura Braga
Release Date: September 26, 2018
Story: “The Wake” part 1. Could it be true? Superman is dead? As the Justice League sorts through the wreckage of the Hall of Justice, Wonder Woman shares a memory.
THE DEATH OF SUPERMAN #10
Written by: Louise Simonson
Pencils: Jesus Merino
Inks: Andy Owens
Release Date: October 3, 2018
Story: Cyborg finds a “Fastest Man Alive” trophy and The Flash shares the story of how he earned it. “The Wake” part 2.
THE DEATH OF SUPERMAN #11
Written by: Louise Simonson
Pencils: Jon Bogdanove
Inks: Jon Bogdanove
Release Date: October 10, 2018
Story: An old friend of Superman’s is ready to return to the sea, and Aquaman tells Martian Manhunter how they all met. “The Wake” part 3.
THE DEATH OF SUPERMAN #12
Written by: Louise Simonson
Pencils: Cat Staggs
Inks: Cat Staggs
Release Date: October 17, 2018
Story: When Lex Luthor attacked Superman with Kryptonite, Clark had to do something with the rock. But how did Batman get involved? “The Wake” part 4.
THE DEATH OF SUPERMAN: THE WAKE TPB
Written by: Louise Simonson
Pencils: Cat Staggs, Joel Ojeda, others
Inks: Jerry Ordway
Release Date: November 20, 2019
Story: First time in print! Revisit the story that rocked the world in this thriller that explores what happened before, during and after the battle with Doomsday that cost Superman his life! First, the Man of Steel must save an astronaut when a meteor crashes into a space shuttle, then stand between Major Lane and Metallo! Featuring additional chapters following the path of Jimmy Olsen in those fateful hours, plus the aftermath of the loss of a true hero. Collects the 2018 digital series The Death of Superman chapters #1-12.