Superman #3

The artwork was gorgeous and the story combined stirring action, plot progression, and emotional weight while conveying its themes effectively. Read Full Review

In yet another story of old continuity Superman facing a familiar foe we learn of Eradicators new found mission. Does trusting this new Eradicator end up paying off for Superman? Tomasi and Gleason deliver another great chapter in Son of Superman Part Three. Read Full Review

The ability to combine backstory, introduce new characters, continue to focus on the emergency that is Jon's unstable powers, and still support Lois as the strong woman and parent she is without missing a beat illustrates the sort of superior storytelling all of DC Comics should be aspiring to. Read Full Review

Superman #3 assuredly doesn't disappoint because of its ability to draw on the emotion and intrigue of the previous issues while increasing the emotional tension of the events surrounding this specific Kent family. I like the touches of Superman's past, no matter the continuity, and how they affect the timeline as it is now. Every character is dynamic and compelling, and the story continues to build into something powerful. Read Full Review

DC Comics has a 3 issue feat streak with one of the most popular comic book titles in history, Superman. Not only does Patrick Gleason and Peter Tomasi make a storyline that fits perfect for Superman, they make this issue feel alive in the reader by the panels and drawings that have incredible passion in them. Read Full Review

Thisis a strong issue in a Superman series that feels confident in its storytelling. It's enjoyable and fun while keeping the stakes high. At its heart stands a hero that feels like Superman again, ready to do the right thing with a smile on his face. This time around, he just wants to save his son. Hopefully this story arc stays consistent and strong, and I'll keep coming back for more. Read Full Review

Superman continues to tell a gripping story while focusing on the family of our once and future Superman - it's combining elements that are new to the Kents (and the reader), while still addressing a past that Clark shares with long-time readers. I can't get enough of this book, even though this ending took its toll on my heartbox... Read Full Review

This creative team is absolutely delivering with every issue and packing so much in to do it too! Superman has new life and it's partially thanks for looking back and embracing his past. Read Full Review

Jimenez's bold character designs and hard-hitting action make a grand statement and should go a long way towards building excitement for the upcoming Super Sons series. Read Full Review

Overall, in 3 issues, I am hoping that Tomasi can stay on for a very long run. The problem that DC has had is that with its flagship title is that it's gone through too many hands during the New 52 phase. So far, I really like what Tomasi is bringing us back to: a time when Kal-el and Lois were married, and now they have a son with his powers. But the progression is not going to be easy. Where Damian Wayne had a hard time adjusting socially, it looks like Jon will have a curve of learning how his human body works with his Kryptonian powers. This will not just be a kid who just automatically be “the next Superman.” Jon's issues will come and he will have to learn to deal with them. Let's enjoy this while we can and hope that DC does not do another reboot in a year, wiping them out yet again. Read Full Review

Superman #3 is another great relationship issue for this series, and the series is quickly becoming one of the standout Rebirth titles. Jorge Jimenez' dynamic art melds wonderfully with Tomasi and Gleasons' script and while the Krypton narrative is forgettable, the family dynamic more than makes up for it. If you're a fan of great Superman stories or are a fan of relationship charged books, then Superman #3 and this series as a whole is worth your while. Read Full Review

Despite my quibbles over Clark's temper issues, I still loved the story. Each issue brings us a little closer to Jon taking up the mantle of Superboy, which is proving a fascinating journey. I can hardly wait until Jon lets his rage loose on the Eradicator next issue. Read Full Review

Still the best written and most worthy of the time investment three issues of a Superman comic book published since before the launch of The New 52, Superman will stay on my pull list. Read Full Review

Superman #3 is a very claustrophobic issue, with most of the action occurring in the same room. But it shows that a comic doesn't have to be go jet setting across the globe to be an interesting story. Make sure you keep up to date with the latest DC Comics news and reviews here at Heroes Direct. Read Full Review

Ultimately, I enjoyed this issue. While it wasn't the most interesting or action packed issue, it was an entertaining stop-gap, and if Eradicators plan succeeds could have lasting implications for Jon. It will be nice to finally get some answers about what is going on and why Jon's powers seem so inconsistent, and I believe we will have some of these answers in the coming issues. It was a fun read, and I'm looking forward to future issues. Read Full Review

While this issue of Superman really pads out the story with excessive fights, it also packs an emotional punch by the end and really makes the whole issue worthwhile.  Even though the action is a little heavy here, it's presented wonderfully though with Jorge Jimenez and Alejandro Sanchez on art and colors.  All in all we get a cool new/old villain to look forward to and father and son doing all they can to stop him....... and that sounds awesome. Read Full Review

Superman #3 is a step back from the last issue, but it isn't something awful either. While there was little story happening until the end and we had a switch of artists, the writing was still good and the artwork was nice to look at. Hopefully things pick up and stay on the move with the story next time. Read Full Review

In some ways, "Son of Superman" is still an odd arc to start off the Rebirth version of Superman, effectively reintroducing the old-school through the eyes of a potentially powerful new character in his own right. At the same time, while Tomasi and Gleason don't rely on prior knowledge of the characters, their assumptions of what readers know about these "classic" versions is a potential roadblock given that it's been at least five years since this version of Supes has been "current." Even so, there's an undeniable classicism in the book, and only time will tell if it's drawing deep on the legacy, or simply caught up in the spell of nostalgia. Read Full Review

I know. I shouldn't jump to conclusions. Maybe I will grow to like this Eradicator like I did the last. Maybe he just needs to be educated a bit. But after the Goldie incident, this seems like too much too soon. All that said, Jorge Jimenez' art is fantastic. There is some panache here, a stylized approach that draws me into the story instead of distracting me. I am glad he will eventually be on a monthly. Read Full Review

Superman #3 had a lot to live up to. The previous issues were building a comic dynamic unlike any other in both breathtaking and captivating fashions. The family remains but the tension and heart seems to have lessened. With characters ignoring simple logic, and a plot that could have been no more than a few pages, this issue feels like a misstep. Relevant is the fact that it's the first issue without Gleason's art, though Jorge Jimenez's work here is just as strong as his success with Earth 2: Society. Superman and Lois seem stagnant compared to the growth of their son in these pages. Jon Kent has come to a critical moment but unfortunately he does so in a mediocre way. Read Full Review

The problem with making Jon the locus is it turns Superman into this hyper-defensive, Mel Gibson shouting “GIVEMEBACKMYSON” type of father, and every time there's even a hint of threat to his son, he just goes straight to punching. While I understand that defending his wife and child in this sort-of-foreign earth has put Supes on edge, you'd think that even when it comes to defending his family he would be a little more… admirable. Yeah, yeah, it's great that he's defending his family, and when the threats are this serious it's not like I want him to smile and nod; but, at a certain point, continuously putting him in this position is going to make him a pretty one-dimensional character. Specifically because I expect Superman to do anything to protect his wife and his blood it's a bad idea to just make him punchy-punch family man every single issue. Read Full Review

If lacking the dramatic weight some of the previous Superman issues have had thus far, it's nonetheless an entertaining read. Coloured beautifully in many places, with a story which balances current action with mythology baiting historical touchstones, there's plenty to enjoy both in this issue and one suspects in a much darker and more personally troubling arc for Superman yet to come. Read Full Review

SkyroCBR

Jul 21, 2016

The art was fantastic and we got to see the origin of the Eradicator. My only gripe was how Krypto was defeated.

Kitaru

Jul 30, 2016

Again, another amazing issue that proves that Jon will be a fantastic character. Superman is amazing and is only getting better.

eolnardo

Dec 07, 2020

THE AMAZING ART OF JIMÉNEZ MY GOD THAT EXCELLENT COMIC

Comic Booger

Aug 05, 2016

Here is my full and true review: https://comicbooger.com/2016/08/04/superman-3-2016-review/

Big Guy 4U

Jul 20, 2016

Apart from the "punch-first, ask later" take on Superman, this was another excellent issue. Gleason is the glue that makes Tomasi write great comics. The story here is very quick, and there's an emotional roller-coaster that involves a surprise character. The Eradicator's back story is a bit too long, but Tomasi's pacing has made this arc work. Also, Jiminez's style is perfect for a Superman book. Can't wait for the next issue.

myconius

Jul 20, 2016

this issue felt a bit short. . . . . . but is was still very good. . . . . . . the Eradicator's origin did bore me a bit into a coma. . . . . . but once that was done it was right back on track. Peter Tomasi is a master at pulling the heart-strings!!! . . . . . he is easily becoming one of my favorite writers at DC. . . . . . his Batman and Robin series was top notch. . . . . . and his Superman so far is showing a lot of the same promise!

the green death

Jul 21, 2016

A little weaker than the last issue, but Jimenez is a good artist to work on this book on the non-Gleason issues. The Eradicator didn't excite me much and I don't love Superman's need to punch first, I thought he was an older wiser Superman from the New 52 one, but both here and in Action he seems more half cocked. Still a good series, just not at its peak.

Superior fan

Mar 23, 2017

The change in artwork is jarring. Also the storyline begins to suffer from decompression. Hopefully things tighten.

The Villain

Sep 22, 2016

This is not as good as the excellent issue number 2. The Eradicator did prove to be an interesting villain as you can understand its point of view but I'm just not sold on this yet. The art was great though.