05 March 2024; Superman ‘78: The Metal Curtain Issue #5!
Superman ‘78: The Metal Curtain Issue #5 is out today!
After the massive battle at the White House, Superman is forced to turn to his sworn enemy Lex Luthor for help in his fight with Metallo. But what does the greatest criminal mind of our lifetime know about the Russian war machine, and just how will Superman use the info to take the fight to Metallo?
SUPERMAN ’78: THE METAL CURTAIN #5
Written by Robert Venditti
Art by Gavin Guidry
Cover by Gavin Guidry
Card Stock Variant Cover by Michael Walsh
INC 1:25 Card Stock Variant Cover by Jahnoy Lindsay
04 March 2024; Chris Reeve, The Definitive Superman…
Super Fan David Harvey shared his thoughts with me, which I now share with all of you.
“So, let’s talk about the fundamental reason why many of us around the world consider Chris Reeve the definitive Superman, even still to this day…. the perfect balance of the duality of Clark Kent & The Man Of Steel. As years have passed, it’s forever crossed my mind that no other actor, or indeed director, has attempted to create two entirely separate personalities for both alter egos. Chris was the first, & indeed still, the only custodian of the iconic character, who was ABSOLUTELY CONVINCINGLY able to actually make people believe these two separated entities could indeed be different people.
So many wonderful performances of Superman have come since Chris…. Dean, Brandon, Henry & Tyler. I’ve enjoyed each & every one of them, immensely…. but none of them…. NONE OF THEM…. have ever attempted to create an actual, identifiable difference in the performances of Clark & Superman.
People often ponder on why Superman hasn’t ignited quite as iconically on the screen ever since Chris left the role. Well, aside from the absolutely wonderful first entry in the series that Dick Donner created, I truly believe the answer lies simply within the utterly incredible dedication of Chris Reeve. He based his performance of Clark on Cary Grant, in Bringing Up Baby, while juxtaposing this theatrical, purposely overly schtick performance with his purely down to earth, realistic, non “posey” performance as Superman. It’s THIS that every iteration since has hit wrong in my humble opinion.
Chris understood that the only way you could convincingly get away with making the audience believe that a pair of glasses could fool people was by changing your tone of voice…. your level of confidence…. your stature. The iconic scene in Lois’ apartment, where he takes his glasses off…. & rises his shoulders for a moment… is honestly one of the most groundbreaking moments in cinema for me. In that one moment…. I believed Chris as Clark Kent & Superman.“
23 February 2024; Revealed to the World!
Christopher Reeve was officially announced in person as the new Superman and Clark Kent at a press conference at Sardi’s Restaurant in New York City on February 23, 1977.
Notice the red circle…that is the first instance I’d ever seen where Superman was referred to as “Caped Wonder”. Read all of the copy carefully because there are some interesting nuggets.
21 February 2024; Hall of Heroes Comic Con!
Meet Sarah Douglas, Jack O’Halloran, and Mark Pillow at the Hall of Heroes Comic Con, at the Northern Indiana Events Center, March 2-3, 2024!
14 February 2024; EXCLUSIVE! Superman Film Props at Propstore!
In this special BONUS episode of The Caped Wonder Superman Podcast, Jay Towers & Jim Bowers talk to Brandon at Propstore about all of the Superman & Supergirl props in the March 2024 auction. This is a video podcast available on facebook, and Capedwonder.com but if you can only listen we describe everything pretty swell for you.
13 February 2024; Podcast Episode #51 is Here!
Take-off on a whirlwind of nostalgia and insider tales with Episode #51 of The Caped Wonder Superman Podcast! Jay Towers & Jim Bowers sit down with Chris Richardson, who takes us on a journey behind the scenes of cinematic magic. From the breathtaking landscapes of Krypton and the Fortress of Solitude to ensuring Christopher Reeve soared as the iconic Man of Steel, Chris’s experiences as a Pinewood Studios apprentice are simply awe-inspiring. But that’s not all! Join Jay & Jim as they share their exhilarating DC debut in Superman ’78: The Metal Curtain. Brace yourselves for an epic lineup at the Hall of Heroes Con, featuring the menacing Ursa, the formidable Non, and the unforgettable Nuclear Man. And mark your calendars for Superman in Concert as the Caped Wonder Team heads to California and prepares to serenade fans with symphonic superhero bliss. With excitement buzzing in the air, Jay & Jim are back and feeling “swell” about what promises to be another SUPER year of adventures and revelations.
06 February 2024; Superman ‘78: The Metal Curtain Issue #4!
Superman ‘78: The Metal Curtain Issue #4 is out today! My Caped Wonder Superman Podcast co-host, Jay Towers, and I are characters in the issue! So exciting! Woo-hoo! Thanks to Robert Venditti, Gavin Guidry and the rest of the Super Team! I’m so grateful!
SUPERMAN ’78: THE METAL CURTAIN ISSUE #4
Written by Robert Venditti
Art by Gavin Guidry
Cover by Gavin Guidry
Card Stock Variant Cover by Steve Epting
INC 1:25 Card Stock Variant Cover by Hayden Sherman
02 February 2024; Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story
Warner Bros. Discovery has acquired worldwide rights to the buzzy documentary “Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story,” which received critical acclaim following its world premiere at the 2024 Sundance film festival. The studio announced the acquisition on Friday. The documentary was acquired for $15 million.
I’ve been conversing with co-directors Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui off and on for the past few months, and it was immediately apparent to me that they were absolutely the right filmmakers to tell Christopher Reeve’s story in a very honest way. I wish them huge success!
I am so very much looking forward to experiencing this documentary about an incredible human being and our friend, Christopher Reeve. When will WE be able to watch this documentary? Good question. As soon as I have the answer, I’ll share the information here and on social media.
There are a plethora of premiere “reviews” on-line, so look for them.
— Jim Bowers CapedWonder Founder & Editor
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- Matthew Reeve, Alexandra Reeve Givens, Peter Ettedgui, Ian Bonhote and William Reeve
01 February 2024; Christopher Reeve Auditions 47 Years Ago!
Christopher Reeve films his screen tests for Superman, with Holly Palance (who had previously worked with director Richard Donner on The Omen [1976]) reading for Lois Lane, with Geoffrey Unsworth filming the screen tests and Tom Mankiewicz in attendance. Reeve wears a hastily prepared costume, and his brown hair is dyed black. Screen tests involve the balcony interview scene that will eventually appear in Superman: The Movie and the scene of Lois tricking Clark into becoming Superman in Superman II. When Reeve delivers his first lines straight, Unsworth is startled by Reeve’s straightforward and honest delivery and shares his delight and surprise with Mankiewicz. Tom Mankiewicz expresses his excitement for Reeve’s potential in the role, and the Warner Bros. executives give their blessing to take a chance with Reeve.
Christopher Reeve’s Superman audition costume is on the left (February 1, 1977), and his Superman costume worn during Deborah Raffin’s Lois Lane audition is on the right (April 16, 1977).
12 January 2024; Updated and New Photos!
Please enjoy these latest photos!
01 January 2024; Happy New Year & Puzo’s Scripts!
Happy 2024! We are in our 22nd year on-line! Thank you so very much for your Super Support in 2023!
They have arrived! Sought after for decades, Mario Puzo’s first and second draft of Superman! Although many of his ideas were shot down by DC after the very first draft, some of Puzo’s original story ideas made it all the way to Superman & Superman II. The CapedWonder Superman Podcast is excited to present these drafts from 1975 for your reading pleasure. Superman: The Movie could have looked like a very different film. We encourage you to read, analyze, dissect, and imagine Mario Puzo’s vision for Superman.
23 December 2023; Holiday Time!
May Joy and Love surround you and your loved ones this Holiday Season.
I am blessed to be able to call you “A Friend”.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Stay Super!
— Jim Bowers CapedWonder Founder & Editor
15 December 2023; Superman-The Movie is 45!
Superman: The Movie premiered on this day in 1978 in U.S. theaters. It showed in 508 theaters during opening weekend, with an opening weekend box-office gross of $7.5 million.
Superman: The Movie radiated magic in 1978 and continues to captivate the world 45 years later. This month, surely multitudes of fans will be, and have been, watching Superman—via streaming, DVD, Blu-ray or 4K UHD—with the same hope, optimism, and innocence they felt the first time they watched in awe as Christopher Reeve, the Definitive Man of Steel, soared out of the Fortress of Solitude and into the world.
Happy 45th Anniversary to my favorite movie of all-time!
— Jim Bowers, CapedWonder Founder and Editor
14 December 2023; Superman Hollywood Premiere!
Today is the 45th Anniversary of the Hollywood Premiere of Superman-The Movie! The screening took place at the Mann’s Chinese Theatre (a 1492 seat house) and benefited the American Diabetes Association. The film print was presented in 70mm with Dolby Sound.
13 December 2023; Superman Royal Charity Premiere!
Today is the 45th Anniversary of the European Royal Charity Premiere of Superman-The Movie! On Wednesday, December 13, 1978, the European Royal Charity Premiere was held in London at the Empire Leicester Square Theatre for the benefit of Variety Clubs of Great Britain and The National Association of Maternal and Child Welfare.
Shown below is the official Royal Charity Premiere booklet, (with two seat tickets), an application for a press show ticket, select pages from the booklet, and promotional photography (including a recently restored portrait of Terence Stamp taken at the premiere).
11 December 2023; Superman: The Movie New York Premiere..!
Today is the 45th Anniversary of the New York Premiere of Superman-The Movie!
Here an excerpt from a vintage Warner Bros. inter-office memo detailing the New York Premiere:
Monday, December 11 at Loew’s Astor Plaza (a 1546 seat house) benefited the Special Olympics.
Print was presented in 70mm with Dolby Sound.
Ticket scale:
$125 – including a post-premiere supper buffet at the Xenon disco
$50 – best Orchestra seats.
$25 – tickets to the premiere only.
(Featured here is a vintage concept poster.)
10 December 2023; Superman: The Movie Presidential Premiere..!
Today is the 45th Anniversary of the Presidential Premiere of Superman-The Movie!
Here an excerpt from a vintage Warner Bros. inter-office memo detailing the Presidential Premiere in Washington, DC:
Sunday, December 10 at the Eisenhower Theatre (a 1200 seat house) to benefit the Special Olympics.
Print will be in 35mm stereo optical.
Ticket scale:
Top price $1,000 for each box seat, which includes a dinner party at the Japanese Embassy on December 9, another party held at Mr. and Mrs Shriver’s home on December 8, and a reception at the Kennedy Center preceding the film.
$500 – The best Orchestra seats, plus the party at the Shrivers’ home and the pre-premiere reception at the Kennedy Center.
$125 – Orchestra seats and the pre-premiere reception at the Kennedy Center.
$50 – The best balcony seats for the premiere.
$35 – Balcony seats for the premiere.
The awesome technology of modern film brings you someone to believe in.
December 10, 1978: New York Daily News full page ad for Superman-The Movie. Special thanks to Brian McKernan, Editor of Superman in Advertising & Media on Facebook.
08 December 2023; 16mm Trailer!
Here’s a raw HD scan of one of my Superman: The Movie 16mm film trailers. Enjoy!
— Jim Bowers, CapedWonder Founder
06 December 2023; Christopher Reeve Documentary!
𝙎𝙪𝙥𝙚𝙧/𝙈𝙖𝙣: 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙝𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙥𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙍𝙚𝙚𝙫𝙚 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮, a documentary premiering as the opening film at the Sundance Film Festival, Thursday, January 18, 2024.
Never-before-seen home movies and extraordinary personal archives reveal how Christopher Reeve went from unknown actor to iconic movie star as the ultimate screen superhero. He learned the true meaning of heroism as an activist after suffering a tragic accident that left him quadriplegic and dependent on a ventilator to breathe.
Moving backward and forward in time, filmmakers Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui expertly weave together a dual narrative exploring the life-changing impact of two pivotal moments in Christopher Reeve’s career: being cast in 1978’s Superman and becoming paralyzed in 1995. Decades before superheroes took over the cinemas, Reeve made the world believe a man could fly; his accident brought worldwide awareness of disability. In Super/Man, Reeve’s family and close confidantes demonstrate remarkable candor in their reflections on life before and after the accident. The result is a deeply moving film foregrounding the man behind Superman — not a hagiography, but a full-fledged portrait that encompasses both the soaring heights and the dark depths of Reeve’s journey. Read more here.
From Director Ian Bonhôte:
Oh my God! Finally able to share the news that our new feature doc will premiere at Sundance! We feel very honoured that SUPER/MAN: THE CHRISTOPHER REEVE STORY has been chosen as the Opening Night Gala film for the Sundance 2024 Film Festival.
Never-before-seen personal archive reveals how Christopher Reeve went from unknown actor to iconic movie star as the ultimate screen superhero. However, after suffering a tragic accident that left him quadriplegic and dependent on a ventilator to breathe, he learned the true meaning of heroism.
This film has been made with our friends at Passion Pictures and our wonderful New York based partners Words + Pictures. We are forever grateful to Chris’s three children – Alexandra, Will and Matt – who have collaborated with us so genuinely and beautifully on this film. Read more here.
From Director/Screenwriter Peter Ettedgui:
Exactly one year after we began shooting ‘Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story’, it’s an absolute thrill to report that the film has been selected to premiere as opening film at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival. Such wonderful news for the amazing team I’m so proud to be part of; everyone has worked tirelessly with passion, dedication and artistry to bring this singular story to the screen. Christopher Reeve played the ultimate movie superhero before suffering a tragic accident and becoming a true hero in life. We are so grateful to his three children Matthew, Alexandra and Will who have entrusted us with their father’s story… Read more here.
Peter Ettedgui sent me this note:
Jim, Hello! Just wanted to say a MAAAASSIVE THANK YOU for sending us your wonderful book. It is by our sides in the edit and is a constant source of inspiration. We so appreciate, and we hope we can deliver a film that measures up to the passion and elegance of your CapedWonder Vision.
Pictured below from left to right: 𝙎𝙪𝙥𝙚𝙧/𝙈𝙖𝙣: 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙝𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙥𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙍𝙚𝙚𝙫𝙚 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮 Editor Otto Burnham, Director Ian Bonhôte, and Director/Screenwriter Peter Ettedgui.
I am beyond excited about this documentary next month and hope you will be able to attend in person or on-line. Ticket information is here.
— Jim Bowers CapedWonder Founder & Editor
26 November 2023; Podcast 5th Anniversary!
It’s the 5th Anniversary of the Podcast!
Jay Towers and I are really, really Excited about our Caped Wonder Superman Podcast 5th Anniversary today! 50 episodes and many more to come with great guests!
Thanks so very much for your Super Support; we are Grateful to each and every one of you!
Listen to our very first episode, featuring exclusive audio of David Michael Petrou interviewing Christopher Reeve in 1977 for The Making Of Superman: The Movie book. Click here to listen today!
Learn Something New! Stay Super! Happy Holidays!
— Jim Bowers, CapedWonder Founder & Editor
23 November 2023; Happy Thanksgiving!
“𝑯𝒆 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒗𝒊𝒏𝒄𝒆𝒅 𝒎𝒆, 𝒘𝒉𝒆𝒏 𝑰 𝒇𝒊𝒓𝒔𝒕 𝒎𝒆𝒕 𝒉𝒊𝒎, 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒉𝒆 𝒘𝒐𝒖𝒍𝒅 𝒇𝒍𝒚.” — Richard Donner.
We are eternally thankful for Christopher Reeve, Richard Donner, and the entire Superman cast and crew.
22 November 2023; Superman ’78: The Metal Curtain Art!
Take a look at Hayden Sherman’s awesome cover art Superman ‘78: The Metal Curtain issue #4! Zoom in to view the Easter Eggs!
Take a look at Danny Earl’s amazing cover art inks and Nick Filardi’s colors for Superman ‘78: The Metal Curtain issue #3! Zoom in to view the Easter Egg!
05 November 2023; Superman ’78: The Metal Curtain!
In our blockbuster 50th Episode of the Caped Wonder Superman Podcast, DC Comics writer Robert Venditti is talking about Superman ’78 The Metal Curtain. Not only is the Man of Steel back for another Reeve inspired series, but Robert surprises Jay Towers and Jim Bowers with some big news on 2 new characters in the DC universe you may know.
03 November 2023; David Petrou Birthday..!
Happy Birthday to our Great Super Friend, David Michael Petrou, Author of The Making of Superman: The Movie book!
The Blackout of 1977 in New York City couldn’t shut down Superman! Now 46 years later, David chats with co-hosts Jay Towers & Jim Jim Bowers on The Caped Wonder Superman Podcast about the cast, the crew, the filming and some stories you likely didn’t know!
02 November 2023; Donner Cut Anniversary..!
Today, November 2, 2023, is the 17th Anniversary of the world premiere screening of Richard Donner’s Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut at the Director’s Guild of America in Hollywood. My wife and I were fortunate enough to be invited by Warner Home Video to the screening. The evening was nothing short of spectacular, and one we shall never forget. Read more and see all of the photos here. — Jim Bowers, CapedWonder Founder & Editor
25 October 2023; Patriotic Man of Steel…
I love this last shot of Christopher Reeve in Superman II (theatrical). Download the full resolution 4K UHD screenshot here.
Truth, Justice & The American Way!
Have a great day! Stay Super!
–Jim Bowers, CapedWonder Founder & Editor
20 October 2023; The Fortress…
Please enjoy this video created by CapedWonder Video Editor, Daniel Pulliam.
03 October 2023; The Amazing Alberta Adventure! Part II!
Get ready for Part II of our Alberta Adventure! Jay Towers & Jim Bowers make a roadside stop at the Kent Farm, the Smallville Cemetery, and that exploding gas station. Plus our friend Stephen Lane from Propstore gives us an exclusive first look at some of the Superman Film Props in this year’s big auction. You can watch the episode below or at The Caped Wonder Superman Podcast Facebook Page.
28 September 2023; The Amazing Alberta Adventure! Part I!
In Episode 49, Part 1, Jay Towers and Jim Bowers reflect back on their Alberta Adventure, visiting some of the original filming locations for Superman and Superman III. This video podcast takes you to downtown Calgary for a few of the Metropolis scenes is Superman III. They guys also check out the starship crash site, Smallville High and some of the most famous train tracks in Superman ’78 History! Jay & Jim also get a first look at the Exclusive NYCC 2023 Foil Variant Covers of Superman ’78. We’re flying high over the wheatfields of Kansas and beyond on The Alberta Adventure. You can watch the episode below or at The Caped Wonder Superman Podcast Facebook Page.
27 September 2023; Journey to Smallville, Part II..!
Jay Towers and Jim Bowers from the Caped Wonder Superman Podcast are at the Museum of the Highwood & High River Visitor Information Centre with the ultimate movie prop from Superman: The Movie!
Enjoy the video! Please give it a bit of extra time to load.
26 September 2023; Journey to Smallville..!
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My Caped Wonder Superman Podcast co-host, Fox 2 Detroit news actor Jay Towers, and I journeyed together to Smallville, a.k.a., Alberta, Canada, where the Smallville scenes were shot for Superman: The Movie and Superman III, as well as some of the earthquake scenes for Superman: The Movie.
It was an incredible and unforgettable experience for us! We are so thrilled that we were able to be at these magnificent locations and imagine what it must have been like for the cast and crew in 1977 and 1982. So peaceful, so beautiful, so breathtaking!
Watch Jay’s morning news segment about our journey and our podcast teaser video at Barons School!
MANY more videos and photos yet to come! Stay tuned here and on social media!
— Jim Bowers, CapedWonder Founder & Editor
25 September 2023; Remembering Christopher Reeve…
Our Friend, Christopher Reeve, was born on this day 71 years ago.
23 September 2023; Book Giveaway!
Four fans will be receiving complimentary copies of the Superman: The Richard Donner Years 240-page deluxe hardbound coffee table book as holiday gifts in December. We will announce their names on December 15, 2023, the 45th Anniversary of Superman: The Movie. There is no “entering”; determination of names will be at our discretion.
22 September 2023; “Seeing is Believing!”
Amazon UK has Santa Claus: The Movie 4K UHD coming on November 13, 2023 from STUDIOCANAL! Pre-ordering will likely begin soon. Will it be available on Amazon US? Likely, yes. Stay Tuned!
In this stunning UHD 4K release of Santa Claus: The Movie, viewers will witness every detail of the film’s enchanting landscapes, whimsical characters, and dazzling special effects with unparalleled clarity and vibrancy. It’s a Christmas treat for the senses!
Santa Claus: The Movie is another Salkind production and was directed by Jeannot Szwarc (director of Supergirl/Jaws 2/Somewhere in Time). Plenty of Superman movie crew members helped bring this magical film to the silver screen, including Derek Meddings, Stuart Freeborn, and Roy Field.
There’s lots of discussion about this 4K UHD release on our Caped Wonder Superman Podcast Facebook page. Join us!
Here’s Bob Peak’s Santa Claus: The Movie beautiful poster art.
Super Fan Andy Raab alerted me today to this Quartet Records soundtrack release on the Intrada website. Be sure to pick up the 3-CD set by Henry Mancini. It’s gorgeous!
16 September 2023; Superman ’78 Variant..!
Superman ’78: The Metal Curtain #3 (of 6) Tom Reilly Variant, releasing January 2, 2024.
I pre-order/order my comic books from: Big Time Collectibles, MyComicShop, and Ash Avenue Comics.
13 September 2023; Superman ’78 Exclusive..!
A New York City Comic Con Exclusive!
These Exclusive NYCC 2023 Foil Variant Covers are Amazing! Very reflective!
Only 1000 copies of each book are being produced…500 of each book will sell on the website and the other 500 of each book will sell at NYCC.
You can buy the books at NYCC in October and/or pre-order them on the Big Time Collectibles website starting Friday, September 29, 2023 at 8PM EST!
The artist of the flying Superman cover, Mico Suayan, will be at NYCC booth #3825 to sign his book for you.
Big Time Collectibles are also on Facebook and Instagram, so go check them out.
Have fun at the con!
(Huge thanks to the fine folks at Big Time Collectibles for this amazing opportunity to design the banner and be the first website to announce this exciting release of two beautiful foil variants! I know they will be Super Sellers!)
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11 September 2023; Iconic Portrait..!
Here’s an iconic portrait of Christopher Reeve as Superman shot by Bob Penn in New York City in July 1977.
Truth, Justice & The American Way!
03 September 2023; Happy Birthday Wishes to Valerie!
Happy 80th Birthday to our Incredible Super Friend, Valerie Perrine! Let’s show her our love and devotion with a donation to help in her fight against Parkinson’s!
Please enjoy this original slide scan from the CapedWonder Collection.
25 August 2023; Restore Superman IV Podcast Episode..!
In this special podcast episode, Jay Towers & Jim Bowers are joined by the ‘Kryptonian Keeper’ of all Superman IV knowledge, Martin Lakin. Martin is the Editor of Supermania CapedWonder Europe, part of the CapedWonder Network.
Jay, Jim, and Martin discuss the elusive 134-minute cut of Superman IV seen only once before being cut down to 89 minutes in 1987. The budget challenges of Sidney J. Furie are often talked about, but in this episode the guys celebrate some of the great moments of Christopher Reeve and the entire cast. Plus the Alexander Courage score and the filming locations.
Click here to watch the video preview on Facebook, or watch it below.
Martin Lakin has recently begun a Superman IV Facebook page called “Restore Superman IV”. Be sure to click here to get behind this important campaign!
You can also listen to the Caped Wonder Superman Podcast on iHeartRADIO, Spotify, Apple or wherever you listen to podcasts.
18 August 2023; SUPERMAN ’78: THE METAL CURTAIN…!
Very exciting news regarding the sequel to the Superman ’78 comic book series, coming this November and December! Will this be another six-issue series? Likely! Stay Tuned!
SUPERMAN ’78: THE METAL CURTAIN #1
Written by ROBERT VENDITTI
Art and cover by GAVIN GUIDRY
Variant cover by WILFREDO TORRES
1:25 variant cover by DOUG BRAITHWAITE
1:50 variant cover by ADRIAN GUTIERREZ
Blank sketch variant
McFarlane Action Figure variant
$3.99 US | 32 pages | Variant $4.99 US (card stock)
ON SALE 11/7/23
When the planet Krypton exploded, its last son was rocketed across the cosmos and came to settle in a small town in Kansas. But what else came with him, and what if a piece of his home landed somewhere we never knew about? As Superman has become a symbol of strength and pride for America, the Soviet Union looks to crush that image with a creation of their own, built by their own might and forged by their own power! Robert Venditti returns to the Man of Steel with new artist Gavin Guidry!
SUPERMAN ’78: THE METAL CURTAIN #2
Written by ROBERT VENDITTI
Art and cover by GAVIN GUIDRY
Variant cover by MICHAEL CHO
1:25 variant cover by MAX DUNBAR
$3.99 US | 32 pages | Variant $4.99 US (card stock)
ON SALE 12/5/23
Superman brings Lois to the Fortress of Solitude for a private interview. Meanwhile, the Russians launch their first assault with their mighty Metallo in hopes of drawing the Man of Steel out into the open. Witness as the power of the people breaks Superman!
15 July 2023; Second Definitive Gene Hackman Signing…!
Jay Towers and Jim Bowers, co-hosts of the Caped Wonder Superman Podcast, are excited to announce their SECOND partnership with Chris Wyman and Official Pix for the Definitive Gene Hackman Autograph Signing. This is your chance to get the Lex Luthor signature of your dreams!
Below are just a few sample photos to choose from on the Official Pix website; click here to see all of the photos.
You also have the opportunity to send in your own items for Gene to sign!
From the Official Pix website:
“In conjunction with The Memorabilia Network & Authentic Signings, Inc., we couldn’t be more excited to bring you our 5th private signing with 2-Time Academy Award Winning Actor, Gene Hackman! Select from nearly 200 photo options in multiple sizes that span his entire career! Once again, we’re delighted to be partnering with www.CapedWonder.com & the Caped Wonder Superman Podcast, who has provided even more rare and never-before-seen Superman images of Lex Luthor & cast!”
Pre-order Deadline is MONDAY, AUGUST 28, 2023
Send-in Deadline is THURSDAY, AUGUST 31, 2023
Jay Towers and Jim Bowers invited Chris Wyman in 2022 to be their guest on the Caped Wonder Superman Podcast to discuss the first Definitive Gene Hackman Autograph Signing…listen today!
05 July 2023; Remembering Richard Donner
𝘿𝙚𝙖𝙧 𝙅𝙞𝙢,
𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙬𝙤𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙛𝙪𝙡 𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙚. 𝙄 𝙢𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙨𝙖𝙮 𝙮𝙤𝙪’𝙫𝙚 𝙗𝙚𝙚𝙣 𝙢𝙤𝙨𝙩 𝙜𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙨 𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙨𝙚 𝙮𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙨. 𝘼𝙣𝙙 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙄 𝙙𝙞𝙙 𝙬𝙖𝙨 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙖 𝙢𝙤𝙫𝙞𝙚.
𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙖 𝙩𝙧𝙪𝙡𝙮 𝙢𝙖𝙜𝙣𝙞𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙚𝙮𝙚. 𝙄 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙜𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝 𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙨𝙚 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙤𝙛 𝙨𝙝𝙚𝙚𝙩𝙨 𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙮 𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙚𝙨 𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙮𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙣𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙨𝙥𝙤𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙥𝙞𝙘𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚. 𝙒𝙝𝙞𝙘𝙝 𝙝𝙖𝙨 𝙗𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙢𝙮 𝙢𝙤𝙨𝙩 𝙛𝙖𝙫𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙚 𝙥𝙞𝙘𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚𝙨 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧. 𝙏𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙠 𝙮𝙤𝙪, 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙠 𝙮𝙤𝙪, 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙠 𝙮𝙤𝙪.
𝙄 𝙝𝙤𝙥𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙛𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙨 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙛𝙖𝙢𝙞𝙡𝙮 𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝𝙮.
𝙅𝙞𝙢, 𝙄 𝙘𝙖𝙣’𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙠 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙚𝙣𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝. 𝙄𝙩 𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙧𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙢𝙮 𝙙𝙚𝙨𝙠 𝙞𝙣 𝙢𝙮 𝙤𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙚 𝙖𝙩 𝙝𝙤𝙢𝙚.
𝘽𝙚𝙨𝙩,
𝘿𝙞𝙘𝙠
(Richard Donner’s 91st Birthday, April 24, 2021)
Here’s the scene. Aaron Smolinski is looking at Richard Donner as he mimics him.
