Superman's Pal, Jimmy Olsen #33

Dec 1958 · DC · 0.10 USD

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In "The Legends That Came to Life!", Jimmy Olsen finds himself in the spotlight on a quiz show, answering questions about mythical figures—only to see those legends literally come to life when a lightning-struck nuclear dump channels the collective imagination of millions. With Jack Frost spreading deadly cold, a giant devouring everything in sight, and a kryptonite-wielding Pied Piper leading the chaos, Superman races to contain the supernatural mayhem. Written by Otto Binder and brought to life by Curt Swan’s dynamic art with Ray Burnley’s inks, this 1958 classic features a dazzling cover by Curt Swan and Stan Kaye, blending science fiction and folklore in a uniquely imaginative tale.

Contains 3 stories

The Legends That Came to Life!

9.67 pp · Superhero

Jimmy OlsenSuperman [Clark Kent]Perry WhiteJack FrostPied Piper

When a lightning strike ignites a radioactive prism at a nuclear dump, the collective imagination of 60 million quiz show viewers—answering questions about Jack Frost, Jack and the Beanstalk, and the Pied Piper—brings those legends to life. Superman races to stop the icy fury of Jack Frost, outwit the giant from the tale, and free the city’s cops entranced by the Pied Piper’s tune, all while the legends grow stronger near a kryptonite source. Jimmy Olsen, thinking fast, creates a duplicate Superman to turn the tide, and in a final act of courage, shatters the prism to banish the mythic invaders.

The Lady-Killer from Metropolis!

7.67 pp · Superhero

Jimmy OlsenSuperman [Clark Kent]Marilyn MarloweSamCynthiaHenrietteHenry

The Human Flame-Thrower!

7.67 pp · Superhero

Jimmy OlsenSupermanProf. PotterPerry White"Hot Shot" Holton

When an experiment gone wrong gives Jimmy Olsen the power to breathe fire, he’s quick to try and make amends after accidentally burning a charity donation. But when the reckless "Hot Shot" Holton forces him into a string of robberies, Jimmy must find a way to outsmart his captor—using his fiery gift not to destroy, but to send a signal to Superman. With Perry White and Prof. Potter watching from the sidelines, Jimmy’s fight to reclaim control burns bright.