Cover: Curt Swan & Stan Kaye

Action Comics #253

Jun 1959 · DC · 0.10 USD

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In "The War between Jimmy Olsen and Superman!", a twist of fate puts Jimmy Olsen in a perilous position when a Kandorian criminal swaps places with him, forcing Superman to choose between protecting his secret fortress and saving his friend. Written by Al Schwartz and brought to life with Curt Swan’s crisp art and Stan Kaye’s dynamic inks, this 1959 classic blends sci-fi intrigue with the timeless dynamic between Superman and his trusted reporter. The cover by Curt Swan and Stan Kaye captures the escalating tension perfectly.

Contains 5 stories

The War between Jimmy Olsen and Superman!

11.67 pp · Superhero

Superman [Clark Kent]Jimmy OlsenPerry WhiteEl Gar Kur (villain)

In this classic 1959 tale from Action Comics #253, Jimmy Olsen finds himself in a bizarre twist when a Kandorian criminal swaps places with him, forcing Superman to choose between protecting his secret fortress or saving his friend. With the fate of Kandor hanging in the balance, the hero must act fast—before the impostor destroys the last remnants of his home planet.

Untitled Humor story

0.67 pp · Humor

Tricksy

The Secret of the Super-Orphan!

7.67 pp · Superhero

Supergirl (brief origin)Miss HartTimmy TateSuperman (flashback, in newsreel footage)Zor-El (flashback)Alura (flashback)

The Destroyer of Congo Bill!

6.67 pp · Jungle, Superhero

Congo BillCongorillaProfessor Simon

Untitled Humor story

0.5 pp · Humor, Teen

Peg