Action Comics #151
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "Superman's Super-Magic Show!", the mischievous Mr. Mxyztplk joins forces with the Prankster and Lex Luthor in a scheme to undermine Superman’s reputation using cleverly crafted plastic proxies. As public doubt begins to rise, Superman finds a way to expose the trio’s deception and reclaim his standing. Written by Edmond Hamilton and illustrated by Wayne Boring with inks by Stan Kaye, this 1950 classic features dynamic art and a clever twist, with the cover by Wayne Boring and Stan Kaye capturing the playful chaos of the story.
In "Superman's Super-Magic Show!" from Action Comics #151, Superman faces a bizarre trio of villains—Mr. Mxyztplk, the Prankster, and Lex Luthor—whose elaborate scheme uses lifelike plastic proxies to twist the truth, turning Lois Lane against Superman and making him appear delusional and vengeful. As the public’s faith in the Man of Steel begins to crumble, he finds a way to expose their deception before the illusion collapses completely.
In "The Great Space Mirror!", Tommy infiltrates the prison planet Vulcan in disguise as a space pirate, tasked with uncovering the truth behind a daring escape. There, he encounters the escaped convict Sordell, a criminal scientist who claims to have built a device that lets one pass through solid matter—just as the story begins to unfold.
In "The Battling Buckaroo of Gila Gap!" from Action Comics #151, a song by Grace Elders about a legendary cowboy’s daring deeds stumbles on the radio—until Greg, determined to prove the lyrics true, enlists Vigilante to bring the tale to life in real time. The result is a thrilling spectacle that turns skepticism into awe, proving even the most outlandish ballads can ring true.
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Reprinted in Batman #97 (1956), Colossal Comic Annual #2 (1957), Wonder Woman #103 (1959), Superboy #79 (1960), Gigant #2/1963 (1963), Superman's Girl Friend, Lois Lane #60 (1965), Tomahawk #3/1966 (1966), Superman in Action Comics #1 (1993), Superman in the Fifties #[nn] (2002), Superman in the Fifties #[nn] (2021), Stålmannen #31/1951
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