Death and Return of Superman Omnibus | 2022 Edition | Overview & Comparison

Today I do an overview of The Death and Return of Superman Omnibus 2022 Edition and compare it to the 2019 version.
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[@kevinvendt5948]

Ordered mine on Monday. Let’s hope DC will fill in the gap between the Exile Omni and this one with two or three Omnis!

[@jeffsuter344]

Amen.

[@djsuth7727]

If only. We've been asking DC that same question for years !

[@Joseph-cp6du]

For real.

[@twistedtheorist749]

This so much! I’ve been asking for this for a long time.

[@rattlethecages]

They missed a great opportunity to do a really minimalist sleek cover design by simply putting the red dripping Superman logo on the front to represent death, and then the silver Superman logo on the back to represent the return. Nothing else is needed, just a solid black backdrop. Would've been dope.

[@robertday4390]

The quality of the paper stock and general build of DC’s omnis looks like they have an edge over Marvel at the moment. Thanks Omar, hope you have a Catwoman omni overview ready to go!

[@dogmd7]

It helps they print far fewer per year than Marvel does.

[@thisjustincomics]

Let’s hope we get an omnibus or two that fils in the gaps between Vol 4 Superman HC and Death Omnibus. All we have thus far is just Exiles Omnibus

[@joshehrnwald8677]

Would absolutely kill for some "Triangle Era" Omnis bridging those years, definitely.

[@jakemuir3651]

So glad that I finally got a copy of this, I was so pissed that I missed the 2019 printing. Omar’s videos have made me want to buy more and more omnis and absolute editions. Surely DC should be considering printing more Superman omnis. Keep throwing hints their way Omar!

[@arthurwoo6082]

You rebuying this omni multiple times is like DC re-telling the death of Superman story, it will never end! :D Yes on comic shops and that fun era of hanging out, talking shop, and finding out info. Great times!

[@ThreeBlindMiceFilms]

I REALLY hope DC sticks with their current logo for a long time to come. It feels like it’s the most simple/iconic/recognizable logo they’ve had since the logo that they had in the 80’s and 90’s.

[@interstellarsynthesis5654]

Let the record reflect, that as of Feb of 2024 I ordered this and it was a sewn binding that made a perfect “I”

[@miguellupi8709]

Got my copy Monday. The stories might not be the best but it's still an iconic and beautiful book.

[@Vinlander95]

Mullet superman has and always will be my favourite design for superman. 100% unironic. I wish he'd have another mullet phase. I think the reason I enjoy that design so much is because my Dad bought me a mullet superman action figure while he was away on work, this was when I was really young (was a small child in the 90's), and it became my favourite toy as a kid. Lot of sentimental value for me. Plus I'm a sucker for mullets and other 90's comic trends (leather jackets/bomber jacket, etc.)

[@drock6287]

Took much hate for this review! Thanks for showing it Omar. I have been looking forward to this one for a while. I remember trying to collect all the single issues of Reign of the Superman as a kid. The GL issue was the only one I was missing

[@ianfleetwood8804]

Received ine a few weeks ago and it is still sealed. This era with the diamond of the covers is my second favourite after byrne's super. What I remember of this story the events run fast and questions are asked with answers as well. I would recommend this storyline to anyone. Thanks for the review.

[@michaelhood7625]

Really love CBG Comic Buyer's Guide back in the 80s - Those promo posters they would include from time to time were classic! Still have the Walt Simonson posters! Thanks for the video!

[@paulbowler5345]

Such an epic and genre defining Superman story. This omnibus edition looks awesome!

[@redscomicscorner3112]

Yeah I was looking at this but I already have it in the 5 trades anyway awesome video.👍🏾🤘🏾

[@cactusblack5993]

Now we need the gap between Exile and this. Superman/Doomsday to conclude, giving us Doomsday orgin. And do I need to even mention John Byrne MOS.

[@projektvyking7521]

You had me at Jurgens and Simonson

[@rayanknezic8682]

Getting this today. First superman stories I'll read. Excited

[@MrMarcusToliver]

Awesome! Didn't want to miss this printing. :)

[@newspooiechannel]

I ended up pre-ordering my copy and grabbing a copy of Superman in Exile a few months ago to set me up for the inevitable.

[@a.a677]

I have this pre ordered for a long time, can't wait

[@vred2494]

Thanks for the overview as I was curious how it compared to the 2019 edition. Got my copy last week and looking forward to checking it out.

[@Krypton_Ken]

Just got mine today! Looking forward to reading it this weekend, it's been a while. Gonna join the chorus here, DC needs to start printing more Superman omnis, it's shameful that there aren't more available.

[@jimmyearly359]

For absolutely no reason, I'm convinced this wouldn't have happened without Omar. Lol Thanks Omar

[@floridamanknives]

Been waiting for this! 🙌

[@PetesWorld01]

Hey Omar, never really been into Superman that much, more of a Batman guy, but had to get this. Very nice edition, nice quality, wish all the DC Omni's were this good!

[@KennethKralyJr]

Great overview as always Omar !!! Really need to upgrade to the new Death and Return of Superman Omnibus I have the 2nd printing but sadly it's starting to fall apart.

[@mjcook3922]

I finally pulled the trigger and bought this. I wasn't intetested and bought the trade paperback but since this included the foldout page I thought it would be cool to have. I do like the newspaper print style that's found in the paperbacks though.

[@asecretboss]

already got my copy 3 days ago. my biggest OMNI yet

[@hieian]

Already got mine from one site at 52% off last week & received it at the end of the same week.

[@pipq8809]

Just bought this Omnibus got it today. I’m amazed how thick it is. An love the artwork

[@fbeye5890]

So DC reprints are as good if not better that the originals and Marvels are significantly worse. Marvel needs to get their shit together.

[@NearMintCondition]

Or charge more for books which I guess it’s the alternative.

[@rayanknezic8682]

@@NearMintCondition I think 150 is enough though. Binding and paper should be better. They just need to print more at marvel

[@Roach_tm]

I just received my copy today and it's a monster of a book. Amazing quality and I love it!

[@OrangeGeemer]

I want more superman omnis... Spiderman, X-Men, Batman, Conan, etc, etc get SO MANY omnis, but no love for Supes

[@BrandonNielsen87]

Superman Adventures badly needs omnibus treatment. The art style is consistent and the stories are just great for Superman. STAS has the best supervillains for Supes.

[@soar123]

I'm surprised Geoff Johns Superman run hasn't been collected

[@matthewceplina9134]

Got the first printing long ago. Missed out on the 2019 printing but if this printing lays better then things worked out. My copy is on the way. Only read the iconic death issues as well as the first issues of the Reign of Supermen arc back in the day.

[@KGBookkeeping]

Lol Omar did get it! That’s awesome haha; can’t believe I finally have a copy of this omnibus; missed the 2019 printing

[@Ringmaster138]

Still have my 2014 omnibus. I'm happy with it. Definitely recommend this to anyone who missed out on it.

[@rufiohaspan]

Omar you’re that old guy in the comic store now for kids on KZbin 😜

[@NearMintCondition]

Hahahaha yeah…. :)

[@MrTex-qy2mn]

Omar sextuple dipping on Death and Return of... I love it. Finally got around to reading this before the end of 2023. It's funny how I misremembered details from the issues that I used to own. Now as far as hair goes, Longshot had a real mullet compared to Supes. And how they got away without giving him a longer beard.

[@timhoule8697]

Love this storyline, one of my favorite storylines of the 1990s from DC comics (other than batman Knightfall). I have the death of superman and return of Superman in trade paperback but I would grab it if I didn't already have it (in the "crappy paperbacks" that Omar talked about earlier but I found those cheap ($5 for death of superman, $10 for return of Superman; glad they're in my collection! Thanks for sharing Omar! If you guys don't have this storyline in your collection I suggest you buy it right now and read it in either this format or the trade paperbacks!

[@MKF30]

Epic cover. Looks awesome!

[@rlightbourneify]

Received my copy this week. This is one heavy book. Would a DC Comics Presents Omnibus, lots of fun Bronze Age Superman stories.

[@Kafkaesque-kc1mi]

Wow, I didn’t care to buy the original 2007 printing because I remember thinking the contents seemed incomplete at the time but this is the first I’m learning that they went as far as eliminating Matrix scenes from the story. Just when I thought I could put my hatred of Didio’s DC behind me, this somehow reactivated my anger 15 years later. I *hated* DC’s dismissal of Matrix/Linda. Glad DC is finally figuring out how to collect their classics.

[@stephentheshywarrior2759]

I need to get another copy of Death of Superman after my really old trade fell apart. Might get the ohc in December.🤔

[@devonwilliams9092]

Never read this story and my Omni just arrived!

[@McDuendis]

I like it but I will remain with my old version - omnibus :)

[@StillOnly25c]

Damn ... Now have to buy this gem

[@gabrielcordova9382]

I’ve never read it 🙋🏻‍♂️but I’m waiting for my copy 👊🏼

[@CjCroW]

I haven’t read this but I’m planning to pick this up in the 30th anniversary steel. Is there a certain reading order I should read these in?

[@pratirockArts]

got this last month..such a big volume book but still few stories were incomplete.. like story of Sasha what happened after personality stealing incidents and Annuals that come in between about Aliens also seem incomplete

[@TheYoungDoctor]

Got mine three weeks ago.

[@DMM9619]

Hey Omar, do you know if any more of these will be getting stocked. This seemed to just disappear within days in the uk ? 😅

[@boardsomnis55]

Most of the bigger discount sites stocked out. FP and Amazon seem to be the only ones with stock, probably due to the higher prices. Reed comics still has it as a pre-order for the 10.06.22, so maybe there might be more stocks arriving at the others??

[@DMM9619]

@@boardsomnis55 I hope so my man, DC are usually good at keeping a higher amount of stock than marvel but this one just disappeared within minutes.

[@NearMintCondition]

I don’t think it’s OOP.

[@erwingu]

I've never read this iconic story. I only watched the animated adaptations.

[@loveleshbansal5609]

I bought the new printing (2022 edition) and mine does bot have the double spread page. Is it missing from just my copy or does 2022 printing does not have that, unlike 2019 printing......help me out, if anyone can

[@sohambairy3255]

I've been checking the Amazon since 31st but for some reasons, it's still unavailable. Waiting eagerly to get my hands on this omni. The trades are cool but this looks smokin' hot.

[@SpacedDuck11]

When looking this up on Amazon it mentions it's part of a 3 book collection. Is that just an error or are there 3 OMNIBUS's for this arc? Was hoping if I picked this up it would cover the entire story and arc vs having to buy multiple collections.

[@Cyberbot2484]

Quality book. Much more so than the thinner omnibuses from Marvel recently. And the back of the book is stating the truth. The death of Superman was on the news, in newspapers, etc. The hype for the Return was a big deal among comic fans back then. Epic story with an epic payoff.

[@dogmd7]

Yup! Everyone bought the comics thinking they would be worth millions 😂

[@NichoMania2]

really debating on updating [I have the 2019 ver]....for me it's all about the spine. If it's any better, then maybe. If not, definitely gonna pass.

[@trajceniceski2968]

Is there a good break where they could have done 2 volumes?

[@pratirockArts]

does this contain man of steel omnibus vol 1 to 4?

[@nathanwalters4867]

Sorry to ask here as it's unrelated to this omni, but is the Moon Knight By Huston, Benson & Hurwitz Omnibus already sold out with all the usual retailers like cgn and in stock trades? It's still on amazon but the price is getting higher and higher. It hasn't even been a month and that thing is close to being gone. Take care and peace everyone.

[@AndDeathForAll82]

I was there back then too… this event made the actual news! It was huge! Imagine CNN having a segment on Dark Nights Metal… sounds ridiculous now, but it was a very real thing back then. It was an amazing time to be a comic book reader. That said, I think they kept the long hair for too long after he came back. When Clark was first “rescued” from the rubble, it was revealed that the whole thing took like 3 weeks… no one wondered how Clark’s hair grew too fast. It was so strong, but it was hampered a bit by dumb stuff like that. What I really love about the arc, even today: -the Cadmus stuff in Funeral for a Friend -Superman #80 might be my favorite single issue of all time (destruction of Coast City). The desperation of Eradicator and Superboy against Henshaw was so well done. It’s my favorite Jurgens pencil work, as well. -The scope of its impact on the Green Lantern Corps -The street level stuff in Man of Steel Also, bring back triangle numbers for events!!

[@rc75905]

Got it, honestly didn't wanna suffer FOMO

[@Hawk_Ryder]

16:37 👀

[@tanjiro3957]

I got mine delivered today, haven't even opened it but I'm watching this video. Wtf is wrong with me.

[@stephentheshywarrior2759]

Crack that spine and read a page or 2. You'll be hooked.😄

[@tanjiro3957]

@@stephentheshywarrior2759 gotta finish uncanny X-Men 1 first!

[@fjrjf123]

Will you be reviewing the Legion 5YL Volume 2 omnibus?

[@NearMintCondition]

Yes. Got it in a couple of days ago and started reading it. So probably Sunday

[@fjrjf123]

@@NearMintCondition Sweet. thanks!

[@hamzadawud]

I'm confused, is there a difference between the actual content of this and the 2019 edition? Also, Superman did NOT have a mullet when he came back, he just had long hair!

[@xavier8394]

No, it is the same. It just sold out and IT is very popular do reprint ✌️

[@hamzadawud]

@@xavier8394 Thanks, I was partly confused because I thought Omar was saying he "upgraded" from the 2019 version to this one, lol.

[@NearMintCondition]

Bro, if you don’t consider business in the front and party in the back a mullet. I need to talk to your hair dresser. Same content. Which is why I read off the contents.

[@hamzadawud]

@@NearMintCondition Lol, I dunno, I think of a mullet as having practically a crew cut in the front. And thanks for the info, just double-checking.

[@Joseph-cp6du]

Wildly known fact he was rocking a mullet. It's the Kansas in him. Surprised he didnt show up in overalls and a straw hat riding a John Deer tractor.

[@Joenah5]

Is there any real difference? Because I find it odd how they called it 2022 edition rather than it just being a reprint.

[@NearMintCondition]

Better binding. That’s it.

[@Kinvarus1]

"Nobody in comics stays dead." True, but they can stay dead for a really long time sometimes. *waves at Barry Allen* Hi Barry! :P

[@animeshadow2]

So how different is this copy form 2019 copy?

[@NearMintCondition]

Better binding is about it.

[@yusef917]

Does this collect the Doomsday Hunter/Pray Dan Jergens run?

[@andreedavila2384]

Nowadays, I have the same question 😅

[@turtleanton6539]

Not The best stories but I remember rhem for sure

[@KCGrimReaper15]

I have the 2019 version what's the difference between it & the 2022 version

[@NearMintCondition]

Binding is a little better on this one. That’s it.

[@TheRafom74]

DC better at reprint than Marvel, at least for the paper quality. Take notes Marvel !

[@commonsense5199]

The Book of Gogor have 15 days left, please help and spread the word.

[@amead78]

Superman dies? Way to spoil it! J/k Raise your hand if you’re not surprised that Omar double dipped.

[@KJ-tz7vc]

The best part of going to comic shops was definitely the older fans B.S.-ing!

[@NearMintCondition]

All kidding aside, I really do miss the knowledge passed down of days that were. Still making up my own opinions of course.

[@KJ-tz7vc]

@@NearMintCondition I don't know if you've ever experienced this, but the comic shop of my youth AND the collectible toy shop both had these super opinionated, hilarious owners who would hold court every day with their attentive customers, espousing hot takes on comics, toys and everything else in the world. I could easily spend hours just hanging out there. lol

[@NearMintCondition]

Oh yeah completely experienced that and the negativity too. So much of that . So I made sure when I worked at a comic store I would never treat people like that.

[@KJ-tz7vc]

@@NearMintCondition It was thankfully a good experience for me, but I could see where some customers might feel overwhelmed. Some shop owners can be way too tetchy, so I'm glad you gave your customers a positive experience!

[@dikshantkk]

the JLA omnibus takes place after this?

[@NearMintCondition]

Yes it does. During the Superman blue lighting era

[@dikshantkk]

@@NearMintCondition gotcha! Thanks :)

[@tri729]

Batman The Hush Saga Omnibus coming out True or False ?

[@NearMintCondition]

canceled.

[@maverator]

All these creative people could come up with is to invent a generic villain out of thin air that just happened to be strong enough to punch Superman to death. Omar, if Onslaught is what made you leave comics, this is what made me leave comics. Until 25 years later when I discovered your channel , and now I’m buying up all the Omnis for all the good runs I missed. This isn’t one of them!

[@NearMintCondition]

I loved reading this so much. :)

[@brunosantos3245]

The first click bait on comic book history

[@warrenweaver6664]

Looks kool but a total pass for me

[@deadmousyplutaprestige8771]

Superman died??!! Then he came back?? You mean like Jesus??!! Is there a holiday for this cause I love my honey baked ham, cheesy garlic mashed potatoes, green bean casserole and apple pie!

[@vincentimbesi3947]

🤣🤣🤣

[@fatbastard51]

i'm a superman fan but those dc omni are way too big

[@kokiheavymetal]

Sorry but that review was unnecessary, there’s nothing new no new extras, no dust jacket cover, same size same content, you just wasting your money for nothing

[@xavier8394]

As this is probably the best omnibus about Superman from old times, it is good that DC reprints it if sold out fast after 2019 print✌️

[@NearMintCondition]

My viewers wanted to see the build of this compared to the 2019 version . So I compared it. It lays over better and I don’t think anyone wasted their money, well maybe me to do this comparison. So I guess… you’re welcome?

[@miguellupi8709]

@@NearMintCondition No you did not. Thank you for doing it Omar.