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October 06, 2026

Eva Marie Saint, Beloved Martha Kent of Superman Returns, Dies at 102

Eva Marie Saint, the Oscar-winning actress who brought Martha Kent to life in the 2006 film Superman Returns, has died at the age of 102. Saint died Tuesday, October 6, 2026, of natural causes at her home in Los Angeles, according to reports from her representative and major news outlets. For Superman fans, Saint's performance as Martha Kent represented one of the most recognizable later chapters of a remarkable career.

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October 06, 2026

“Killing Superman: The Cover Up and Death of George Reeves” Paperback Reexamines the Enduring Mystery

A new book turns its attention to one of the enduring mysteries surrounding the history of television's Superman. “Killing Superman: The Cover Up and Death of George Reeves”, written by Michael C. Kiernan, J.D., revisits the circumstances surrounding the death of George Reeves, the actor who became internationally recognized for his portrayal of Superman in “The Adventures of Superman”.

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October 06, 2026

Steiff Introduces Limited-Edition DC Superman Miniature Teddy Bear

Steiff has introduced the DC Superman Miniature Teddy Bear Limited Edition, a four-inch collector piece that combines the German company's traditional teddy bear craftsmanship with the instantly recognizable imagery of the Man of Steel. Officially licensed by DC, the numbered edition is limited to 1,938 pieces and is intended for adult collectors. The miniature bear wears a classic Superman-inspired blue suit with the familiar “S” emblem and a red cape, complemented by coordinating red and yellow accents.

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October 06, 2026

“Superman: The Movie” Returns to the Big Screen at Playhouse Movie Theatre in Randolph, Vermont

“Superman: The Movie” will return to the big screen on Friday, October 23, when Richard Donner's landmark 1978 superhero classic opens the Playhouse Movie Theatre's special Visual Effects Film Series in Randolph, Vermont. The screening is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. and will be followed by a discussion with special effects creator Greg Butler.

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October 04, 2026

James Gunn Already Writing Next DCU Film as David Ellison Backs 10-Year DCU Plan

The future of the new DC Universe is beginning to take shape beyond Man of Tomorrow, with James Gunn confirming that he is already writing his next film while the highly anticipated Superman sequel moves through the early stages of post-production. At the same time, new reporting has revealed that Skydance chief David Ellison's recent visit to the Man of Tomorrow set helped convince him to support the long-term DCU strategy developed by Gunn and Peter Safran.

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October 03, 2026

UPFinegures Reveals Superman Figures at Wonder Festival Shanghai 2026

UPFinegures, a collectible figure brand operating under UPF and formerly known to collectors as LPZZ, presented several Superman prototypes at Wonder Festival Shanghai 2026, including versions based on DC Comics properties and a live-action interpretation of the character. On display were an Absolute Superman prototype featuring a rugged appearance, longer hair and a simplified, stylized costume reflecting the visual approach of DC’s Absolute Universe, a Superman figure based on the Batman: Hush storyline, with a more traditional costume design, defined facial features and a classic cape treatment, and a prototype depicting Henry Cavill as Superman in the black suit featured in "Zack Snyder’s Justice League" film.

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THIS MONTH IN SUPERMAN HISTORY

October 03

The Adventures of Superboy makes its debut on television in 1988.

October 04

Melissa Benoist, title role in the CW "Supergirl" television series, born in 1988.

October 05

Jesse Eisenberg, Lex Luthor in "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice", born in 1983.

October 06

Superman editor Mike Carlin born.

October 08

Kirk Alyn, star of two serials, "Superman" and "Atom Man vs. Superman", born in 1910.

October 09

Superman Returns star Brandon Routh born in 1979.

October 10

Superman movie star and paralysis advocate Christopher Reeve dies in 2004.

October 11

Phyllis Coates, Lois Lane in the first season of the "Adventures of Superman", dies in 2023 at the age of 96.

October 15

Artist Vince Colletta (Supergirl) born.

October 16

Smallville makes its debuts on television in 2001.

October 17

Margot Kidder, Lois Lane in the Superman films, born in 1948.

October 17

Superman writer and co-creator Jerry Siegel born in 1914.

October 27

Jeff East, young Clark Kent in "Superman The Movie", born in 1957.

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DID YOU KNOW?

Patrick Wayne, son of actor John Wayne, was originally cast as Superman in the 1978 film.

Ray Middleton was the first actor to officially appear as Superman during the 1940 New York World's Fair.

Clark Kent dated a mermaid from Atlantis named Lori Lemaris during his college years.

The original name of the Daily Planet newspaper in the earliest Superman comics was The Daily Star.

Superman had a boxing match with Muhammad Ali in a massive 1978 oversized comic book during an alien invasion.

The actual name of the "Bizarro World" planet is Htrae ("Earth" spelled backward).

Clark Kent worked at the WGBS-TV news network as an anchor throughout the 1970s run of Superman comics.

Krypton is also the name of a real, unincorporated community in eastern Kentucky.

In Action Comics #1, Superman could not fly but did have the ability to leap an eighth of a mile.

Henry Cavill originally auditioned for the role of Superman in what would eventually become "Superman Returns".

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Created by writer Jerry Siegel and artist Joe Shuster, Superman made his historic debut in Action Comics #1 in 1938 and went on to become one of the most recognizable characters in popular culture. From his beginnings in comic books, the story of Clark Kent and his heroic alter ego expanded across radio, animation, television, feature films, novels, stage productions and generations of collectibles, creating a legacy that continues to grow.

The Superman Super Site has covered that world since 1998, bringing fans the latest Superman comics, Superman movies, Superman television, multimedia, collectibles, reviews, history and daily news. The site's archives span classic productions such as Superman: The Movie and Adventures of Superman, modern television including Superman & Lois and My Adventures with Superman, and the newest chapters of the screen legacy.

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WOOLSTOCK, IOWAWoolstock, Iowa, is a small community with a remarkable place in Superman history. Located in Wright County, the town was the birthplace of George Reeves, the actor who would go on to become one of the most familiar faces associated with Superman through his starring role in the landmark 1950s television series, "The Adventures of Superman".→

METROPOLIS, NEVADAWhat was once a thriving community of 25,000 is now nothing more than a ghost town of old hotel and school foundations and desert land littered with artifacts that dictate what once existed here. There is also a stone memorial honoring the town and the residents which lived here from 1911 - 1947.→

KRYPTON, KENTUCKYLong before Superman fans began searching the map for connections to the Man of Steel, Krypton was already the name of a small community in eastern Kentucky. Located in Perry County along the North Fork of the Kentucky River, approximately 10 miles northwest of Hazard, Krypton is an unincorporated community surrounded by the mountains and coalfields of the region.→

METROPOLIS, ILLINOISThe Metropolis Chamber of Commerce wants visitors to think of their town, Metropolis as the legendary residence of Kal-El, the last son of Krypton. For nearly five decades, the small town of Metropolis, Illinois, has welcomed tourists and curiosity seekers to the one-and-only home of the comic book hero.→

GEORGE REEVES' HOMEGeorge Bessolo Reeves lived in a modest house in Benedict Canyon in Los Angeles, California up until the time of his death on June 15, 1959. The home is currently a private residence but photos can be easily taken from the street. If you are lucky enough, the homeowners may allow you to tour the grounds of the home and possibly the interior as well.→

JERRY SIEGEL CHILDHOOD HOMEJerry Siegel, co-creator of the Man of Steel, was born and raised in the community of Glenville, a suburb of Cleveland, Ohio. For those interested in visiting the community, the Siegel childhood home (which just happens to be painted Superman blue, red and yellow) is at 10622 Kimberly Avenue. It is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places.→

GEORGE REEVES' GRAVESITEThe final resting spot of George Bessolo Reeves lies within the Mountain View Cemetery in Altadena, California. His ashes lie within a crypt in the Pasadena Mausoleum, Sunrise Corridor with a memorial plaque from his mother that reads simply, "My Beloved Son - Superman - George Bessolo Reeves - Jan. 6, 1914 - June 16, 1959".→

AMAZING WORLD OF SUPERMANOriginally planned for construction in Metropolis, IL and scheduled to open in 1972, The Amazing World of Superman was a giant complex that would have brought to life many phases of the Superman legend through rides, exhibits, and other forms of entertainment. Unfortunately, the whole project ultimately came to an abrupt end before construction even started.→

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