Cover: Wayne Boring & Stan Kaye

Action Comics #231

Aug 1957 · DC · 0.10 USD

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“Sir Jimmy Olsen, Knight of Metropolis”

In "Sir Jimmy Olsen, Knight of Metropolis," a 1957 Action Comics classic, Jimmy Olsen dons a knight's costume in a moment of whimsy that spirals into a surprisingly heartfelt tale of self-worth and friendship. Written by Jack Miller and brought to life with dynamic art by Nick Cardy, the story explores how a playful gesture can challenge a man’s sense of purpose—especially when the very person he relies on begins to doubt himself. The cover, by Wayne Boring and Stan Kaye, captures the whimsy and drama of the moment with a bold, classic DC flair.

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writer Jack Miller · artist, inker Nick Cardy · cover Wayne Boring, Stan Kaye

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writer Jack Miller

artist, inker Nick Cardy

cover pencils Wayne Boring

cover inks Stan Kaye

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Janu has a mental crisis, believing that he is no longer useful to his friend Bill. Bill works so hard at massaging Janu's ego that when he really does need assistance Janu ignores him.

Plot details indexed by the Grand Comics Database (CC BY-SA).