Action Comics, #544 (DC, 1983)

Action Comics #544 celebrates the 45th Anniversary of the iconic series, featuring the "Cosmos-Quaking Origins of the New Luthor & Brainiac!" This issue introduces revamped versions of these classic Superman villains, providing fresh insights into their backstories and motivations.

About the cover

The cover of this anniversary issue showcases striking artwork by Gil Kane and Dick Giordano, depicting the new iterations of Luthor and Brainiac against a vibrant yellow backdrop with Superman's stern face looming behind. This celebratory cover effectively highlights the significance of the milestone issue and the dramatic transformations of these enemies.

Issue Details

• Title: Action Comics, #544
• Issue Number: 544
• Publisher: DC
• Release Date: June 1983
• Estimated Value: $10-$50
• Cover Artist: Gil Kane and Dick Giordano
• Condition: Fine - Minor spine creases and slightly yellowed pages.
• Notations: The new Luthor and Brainiac origins are retold.

Item Specifics

• Genre: Superhero
• Language: English
• Age Level: All Ages
• Publication Year: 1983
• Format: Single Issue
• Grade: Ungraded
• Signed: No
• Issue Number: 544
• Writer: Cary Bates, Marv Wolfman
• Universe: DC
• Tradition: US Comics
• Superhero Team: Justice League (cameo)
• Publisher: DC
• Cover Artist: Gil Kane, Dick Giordano
• Character: Superman, Lex Luthor, Brainiac
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