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Superman/Action Comics Rebirth Reading Order (by Peter Tomasi, Patrick Gleason & Dan Jurgens)

Superman Rebirth Reading Order, Peter J. Tomasi and Patrick Gleason

Following New 52, an era that rebooted DC continuity in 2011 (and have a whole reading order), comes DC Rebirth, a period focused on returning the characters to an earlier status quo while updating the premises for new audiences. For The Man in Steel, it means reconnecting with the Superman from Pre-Flashpoint, a man married to Lois Lane and father of Jon Kent.

Action Comics starring Superman is written by Dan Jurgens and Superman is launched by writers Peter J. Tomasi & Patrick Gleason.

What to read before Superman/Action Comics Rebirth?

For full context about Superman, Lois Lane, and the birth of Jon Kent, the answer lies in Convergence. Although it’s probably not strictly necessary, and generally considered not that important… and pretty bad! Superman: Lois & Clark serves as an introduction to Superman’s family.

Superman/Action Comics Rebirth Reading Order

Superman and Action Comics tend to take place at the same time and somewhat contradict one another, making it difficult to determine which one to read first. They won’t spoil (too much) each other, and whatever order you choose, the information will not match. Thankfully, they are mostly stand-alone titles and you can read, before the cross-over, the collected editions at your own pace.

Superman: Reborn is a four-part crossover Superman storyline, with a few (optional) tie-ins. The third volumes of Superman and Action Comics lead in to Superman Reborn. If you’re not up to date on one of the titles but want to, this is the moment to catch up.

This is where the adventures of Damian Wayne and Jon Kent start! You can begin to read Super Sons (Reading Order). Super Sons Vol. 1 contains minor spoilers about Superman Vol. 4.

Issues #37 and #38 of Superman are tie-in for the cross-over Super Sons of Tomorrow. To enjoy it more, I recommend catching up with Super Sons (Reading Order), if it’s not already done.

If you are interested, you can read Doomsday Clock limited series here, a sequel to Watchmen and part of the Rebirth Initiative where you can find Superman.

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Other collected editions

Omnibus

Deluxe Editions

After Superman Rebirth/Action Comics Rebirth

If you want to discover more Superman stories, we invite you to check out the following guides:

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