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Jimmy Olsen

29 appearances · Silver Age · 1966–2026 · 2 key issues
Who is Jimmy Olsen?

Few characters embody the spirit of Silver Age comics camaraderie quite like this Jimmy Olsen — a figure who made his catalog debut in Superman #8 in 1966 under the creative hands of Edmond Hamilton and Dick Sprang, and has remained a presence in the Interpresse universe across an impressive span stretching toward six decades. His adventures unfold primarily through Superman, Superman Poche, and Superman et Batman, placing him squarely in the company of some of the most iconic names in comics — Clark Kent, Superman, Batman, Bruce Wayne, and Dick Grayson all share his pages. With 29 appearances in the catalog and two collector-recognized key issues to his name, this is a Jimmy Olsen whose publication history reflects real staying power, and for fans of European comic editions and Silver Age storytelling, he's a genuinely rewarding corner of the hobby to explore.

Superman
#8
★ First appearance
Superman #8
May 1966

Appearances

Superman (1965)
Superman et Batman (1967)
Superman et Batman et Robin (1969)
#5
Batman (1972)
#11
Superman Poche (1976)
Batman Poche (1976)
#21
Les Géants des Super-Héros (1981)
#4
Spécial Strange (1975)
#35
Superman - Paix sur Terre (1999)
Lois Lane : Ennemie du peuple (2023)
Dawn of Justice Society of America (2024)
#1
Superman Space Age (2025)
The Final Night (2025)
Weird Tales and Fantasy (2025)
Superman - Les Derniers Jours de Lex Luthor (2026)