Superman #26

You can't lose with a Pa issue with me. This one was particularly well done given that Pa learns as big a lesson as Clark. And Jon learns a lesson too. Read Full Review

Nevertheless, this is a heartwarming issue and proves what a gem this title is. The emphasis on Superman's family life has made Superman the heart of the Rebirth line. Read Full Review

Above all, perhaps the most encouraging thing about Superman #26 is that it cements into place the fact that Superman has become the sort of book where even its fill-in issues are something to applaud. Moreci and Godlewski's efforts aren't just impressive " they're a welcome addition to the Superman mythology. Read Full Review

This issue captures the heart of what it means to teach a child, even if one has super powers. It gave me goosebumps, though the art did occasionally take me out of the story. I'd recommend this for fans and for those who haven't read a Superman comic ever or in years. This story could create new fans. Read Full Review

Scott Godlewski's art is decent though his faces all around are a little rough. Godlewski has a good eye for layouts with dynamic panel arrangements that help tell the story. Hi-Fi's colors are more washed out than usual. Considering the book's normal art from Doug Mahnke and Patrick Gleason, the art is a bit of a letdown. Fortunately the story makes up for it to make this a worthwhile pick-up for regular Superman readers. Read Full Review

This issue does a wonderful job with the relationship between Clark and his son Jon. While the art is a bit weak, this is a great installment depicting a new era of Superman. Read Full Review

While Superman #26 is a filler issue, it tells a necessary father/son story that is sure to strengthen Jonathan and Clark's relationship moving forward. Read Full Review

While Superman #26 is a filler issue, it tells a necessary father/son story that is sure to strengthen Jonathan and Clark's relationship moving forward. Read Full Review

This was an issue that went quick, and was short and sweet. I don't think it was anything spectacular, but it didn't have to be. It was a nice breath of air before we begin our next arc, and this book uses these little breaks well, because this comic is usually going full speed ahead. Now that Clark has given Jon that confidence in himself, it will be interesting to see if that spills over to Super Sons and Damian's constant lecturing and attitude toward Superboy. Read Full Review

In the end, Superman #26 is a filler but it's actually an interesting one that cements the relationship between Clark and his son Jon with a story filled with wholesome family values. The dialogue works well and Moreci should be commended on bringing these two characters to life. Add in the excellent art from Scott Godlewski and Superman #26 serves as a nice breather until the next story, Super-Vacation! Read Full Review

Fun issue and worth reading, but nothing overly spectacular. Read Full Review

At the end of the day, this is a nice one-shot story that gives us a break after the massive Black Dawn arc that preceded it and gives us a look at parenting mistakes and corrections in the life of the Superman Family.  With that though, we all know that Superman is a great dad and will always do what needs to be done for his family so this comes off as a bit of a rehash of Superman just being a good dad.  The art was decent and I liked the breather that this issue was, but I can't wait to get back into a proper Superman arc. Read Full Review

I'm still enjoying Superman overall, and look forward to reading the adventures of my all time favorite superhero each month again after a lengthy break from the book. I just wish that issues like these didn't have to be rushed and therefore lack the type of quality that the character deserves. Read Full Review

This is a skippable issue of Superman, published only as a stop-gap when the new "Road Trip" arc was delayed. Read Full Review

This issue is part of a new arc but it feels standalone. The events prior to this book are not really referenced so a new reader could easily jump in if they chose to. Unfortunately, given its seemingly disconnected state it also feels entirely missable and it really does feel that by simply skipping this issue you wouldnt have missed anything of any importance. While I do like the development between the two characters and the flashbacks to the old DCU, there really isnt much here to stop the reader feeling like this is anything more than filler material. Read Full Review

Despite some good intentions and solid art, "Superman" #26 prefers to tell instead of show. Read Full Review

I'm concerned that this book is losing its momentum after "Superman Reborn." The Manchester Black story was a misfire, and this issue is a big step backwards in quality. Read Full Review

The backup crew offers slipshod execution of an unimaginative idea that produces an indecisive outcome in this throwaway one-off issue. Read Full Review

Kitaru

Jul 20, 2017

This was a bit of a step down in terms of the previous arcs and issues of Superman, but it is also a different creative team so that is understandable. I am hoping that after these next few issues, the comic comes back in full swing.

gsossi

Jul 05, 2017

Good Issue.

HOSHWE

Jul 05, 2017

Its an alright filler issue

Rick Jonez

Jul 07, 2017

I agree with Bad Manta - Josh West's blurb. I'm almost tempted to give it a 7.5 too.

WestCoastKent

Jul 14, 2017

I’m truly torn on how to grade this book. It’s made me wonder if perhaps I’ve just gotten so spoiled by Tomasi and Gleason’s writing that a new writer leaves this off-brand taste in my mouth. Don’t get me wrong. The story was good in a lot of ways. The flashbacks Clark has with his father resonate with that old familiar tone of what Superman is really about- which is that understanding and communication are the best ways we learn right from wrong. This comic showed with Jon’s brash action that you can’t just punch through every problem. I know one problem I couldn’t quite punch through and that was the art in this issue. I don’t know why every character Godlewski drew had to have a caricature-like jaw and chin but it got distracting. We’ll see if he keeps this up, as he’s also doing art for Superman #27 and #28 titled “Road Trip,” which will bring back the genius of Gleason and Tomasi. Story: 2.5/3 Art : 2/4 Color: 2.5/3 Total: 7/10 more

Spock's Brain

Oct 06, 2017

A kind of trite one-off focussing on Jon and Superman's relationship. I liked it enough, though its pretty inconsequential. Not really good, not really bad.

Spawnish

Mar 28, 2021

The premise is interesting but in the end everything is solved too fast. Jon changes his mind with the flick of a wrist and everyone's happy. It left me unsatisfied.