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Cover: Curt Swan & Stan Kaye

Superman's Girl Friend, Lois Lane #8

Apr 1959 · DC · 0.10 USD
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In "The Superwoman of Metropolis!", Lois Lane finds herself unexpectedly drawn to a wrestler known only as the Ugly Superman—until his persistent advances cross a line. Written by Robert Bernstein and illustrated with crisp detail by Kurt Schaffenberger, this 1959 classic sees Superman step in to set things right, proving that true strength isn't just in power, but in character. The cover by Curt Swan and Stan Kaye captures the tension with bold, dynamic flair.

Contains 4 stories
The Superwoman of Metropolis!
7.67 pp · Superhero
Lois Lane [also appears as Superwoman]Superman [also appears as Clark Kent]Jimmy OlsenPerry White

When Superman gives Lois Lane temporary superpowers using a special device, her newfound abilities spark a thrilling mystery—only for Clark Kent to suddenly suspect that Lois might be the real Superwoman, not the other way around. With Jimmy Olsen and Perry White caught in the crossfire, the line between hero and friend blurs in this classic 1959 tale of identity, trust, and hidden strength.

The Ugly Superman!
8.67 pp · Superhero
Ugly Superman (introduction)

In a twist of fate and a dash of humor, a wrestler known only as the Ugly Superman captures Lois Lane’s attention—only to find himself outmatched when the real Superman steps in to settle the matter. The clash of egos and identities turns into a showdown that tests more than strength, proving who truly deserves the spotlight.

Untitled Humor story
1 pp · Humor
Myra
Queen for a Day!
8.67 pp · Superhero

ComicBooks.com Value

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Raw (VG) $21
CGC 9.2 · 2 in census $586*
CGC 9.0 · 2 in census $398*
CGC 8.5 · 1 in census $272*
CGC 8.0 · 4 in census $210*
CGC 7.5 · 4 in census $167*
CGC 7.0 · 5 in census $140*
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CGC 6.5 · 6 in census $117*
CGC 6.0 · 1 in census $104*
CGC 5.5 · 2 in census $82*
CGC 5.0 · 3 in census $82*
CGC 4.5 · 1 in census $65*
CGC 4.0 · 3 in census $65*
CGC 3.5 · 2 in census $53*
CGC 3.0 · 1 in census $41*
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Cast · 5 characters

Clark Kent / Kal-ElLois LanePegPerry WhiteSuperman

Full credits

writer Robert Bernstein
artist, inker Kurt Schaffenberger
cover pencils Curt Swan
cover inks Stan Kaye

Reprints

Reprinted in Superman Annual #3 (1961), Superman Presents Wonder Comic Monthly #11 (1966), Superman's Girl Friend, Lois Lane #95 (1969), Superman #13/1970 (1970), Superman's Girl Friend, Lois Lane #131 (1973), Stålmannen #5/1974 (1974), Supermann #4/1974 (1974), Lois Lane Comic #118 (1976), Serie-pocket #85 (1983), Seriepocket #131 (1983), Superman in the Fifties #[nn] (2002), Showcase Presents: Superman Family #3 (2009), Superman's Girl Friend Lois Lane Archives #1 (2012), Superman in the Fifties #[nn] (2021)

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#25★
#25 1st appearance — Jackie Kennedy

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