Adventure Comics

What's Adventure Comics #38 worth in 2024?

The mint condition value of Adventure Comics #38 is unknown. The highest CGC rated copy to sell at auction is an 8.0 from the Cosmic Aeroplane pedigree that sold for the price of $1,550 in March 2014. A 7.5 from the Edgar Church pedigree has a November 2003 value of $2,243, which is a decrease from its October 2002 price of $2,990. An unretouched 7.0 has a May 2010 value of $1,434.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Inspector Kent teams up with the FBI in Adventure Comics #38, published by D.C. Comics in May 1939. In “Theft of Volker Plans,” Inspector Kent teams up with an undercover agent to stop The Raven from stealing a set of secret plans.

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What's Adventure Comics #39 worth in 2024?

The mint condition value of Adventure Comics #39 is $6,573. This value is based on the highest-rated copy to sell publicly, which is a 9.6 NM+ from the Edgar Church pedigree. That May 2010 value is a decrease from its peak December 2003 price of $8,536. An unretouched 7.5 has a November 2014 value of $2,151, and an unretouched 4.0 sold for the price of $1,000 in April 2019, which is an increase from its July 2011 value of $657. The most recent sale of this comics was a 2.0 which was sold for $3,840 in October 2021. 

Why is this comic book valuable?

Lou Gehrig and Joe DiMaggio make a cameo appearance in Adventure Comics #39, published in June 1939 by D.C. Comics. The story of Jack Woods continues, who last appeared in More Fun Comics #35.

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What's Adventure Comics #40 worth in 2024?

The value of Adventure Comics #40 in Mint condition doesn't exist that we know of.  The highest graded copy is a CGC VF 8.0 according to the CGC census, which last sold for $48,000 in 2012.  A CGC NM- 9.2 copy sold for $63,000 back in 2004, but it was restored.  If a CGC NM+ 9.6 copy ever surfaces, you can expect it to sell for $350,000 or more. Sandman is not a very popular character in the DC universe, but because he is one of the earliest superheroes, copies of Adventure Comics #40 rarely come up for sale.  There are estimated to be less than 100 copies left in existence. The value of this book has gradually increased over the years, but not the same extent as many other more popular superheroes.  If you find a copy, buy it for enjoyment only.  It's not really an investment piece unless you have an uber high grade.

Why is this comic book valuable?

The Sandman first appears in Adventure Comics #40, who's alter ego is Wesley Dodd in July 1939.  He is one of the original members of the Justice Society of America, which was introduced in All Star Comics #3 in 1940.  The Sandman is known for his green suit and his gas mask.  He uses his gas gun to put criminals to sleep.  New York World's Fair #1 came out a week or two after Adventure Comics #40, but some claim that New York World's Fair #1 is his true first appearance.

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What's Adventure Comics #41 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. 41 first appeared in August 1939. The highest selling copy of the comic ever was a NM 9.6 issue from the Edgar Church (Mile High) collection, which brought in a whopping $15,535 in May 2010. Nowadays a FN 6.0 graded copy will still fetch around $1500, and a GD 2.0 copy will cost you at least $500.

Why is this comic book valuable?

This issue of Adventure Comics is notable because it features an appearance by the Sandman, who saves a murder witness.

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What's Adventure Comics #42 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. 42 first appeared in September 1939. The most money ever paid for this issue was in May 2010, was a NM 9.6 copy from the Edgar Church (Miles High) collection brought in a massive $19,120. A FN 6.0 copy nowadays will still cost you about $4000, which has been its steady price over the past year. A GD 2.0 copy is still worth about $2,000.

Why is this comic book valuable?

This issue is important because it features Sandman teaming up with some of his old detective pals to solve a mystery.

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What's Adventure Comics #44 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. 44 was first published in November 1939. The priciest copy of this issue sold was in May 2010, when a copy from the Larson pedigree collection sold for a cool $9,488. That was a NM 9.0 copy. A FN 6.0 copy has been running about $5,000 for the past few years, and GD 2.0 still brings in a respectable $2,000.

Why is this comic book valuable?

In this issue the Sandman takes on the Face in an attempt to solve a murder comitted by the villian.

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What's Adventure Comics #45 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. 45 was first issued in December 1939. The biggest sum paid for an issue was a NM 9.6 copy from the Edgar Church (Mile High) collection brought in an astounding $18,450 in January 2012. As of today a FN 6.0 copy has been holding steady at $1,800, without much fluctuation. A GD 2.0 copy pulls in around $500.

Why is this comic book valuable?

In this issue Sandman figures out a nefarious plot to scam an insurance company.

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What's Adventure Comics #46 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. 46 was published in January 1940. An SP 7.5 copy sold in November 2003 for $2,013, the highest price to date. Nowadays you can find a FN 6.0 copy for about $1,000, which has been the steady price for a few years. A GD 2.0 copy will run you about $400.

Why is this comic book valuable?

This issue is cool because it finds Sandman's buddy's wife dead along with the friends, and then encounters a woman who looks just her at the murder scene.

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What's Adventure Comics #47 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. 47 was put out in February 1940. The copy that sold for the highest price was $19,120 in May 2015. This copy was from the Edgar Church (Mile High) collection, and was a NM 9.6. An FN 6.0 cost as much as $2,800 back in June 2006, a price which hasn't seen fluctuation since. A GD 2.0 copy will run you about $600 nowadays.

Why is this comic book valuable?

This issue is memorable because a woman is hired to find the Sandman's house and rob him!

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What's Adventure Comics #48 worth in 2024?

The value of Adventure Comics #48 in Mint Condition is unknown since one has not publicly sold in CGC NM 9.4 or CGC NM 9.6. We can speculate if a CGC NM+ 9.6 ever came up for sale, it would bring $150,000 at a minimum. The highest price paid for a copy is $168,000 for a CGC NM- 9.2. The value of this book is relatively stable over time and virtually no significant price appreciation has occurred in the past 10 years. It is still a very valuable comic so if you have a nice looking copy in FN 6.0 or better, it should bring $8,000 or more.  We recommend you pass on this book as investment. Buy a copy if you just enjoy cool, old golden age comics!

Why is this comic book valuable?

Adventure Comics #48 introduces an obscure superhero - Hourman.  Every Rex Tylerswallows his miraclo capsule, he activates his super powers and turns into Hourman for the next hour.  Drawn by the popular Bernard Baily, this issue also features an early appearance of the Sandman.

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What's Adventure Comics #49 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. 49 came out in April 1940. A copy from the Larson pedigree was the highest priced seller of an issue ever, snatching up $8,000 in September 2016. This copy was rated NM 9.6. A FN 6.0 copy will run you about $700, which has been a steady price. A GD 2.0 copy costs around $175.

Why is this comic book valuable?

This issue is speacial because now the Hourman, aka Rex Tyler, has entered the picture, and is trying to help Miss Drew find her father, who's gone missing.

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What's Adventure Comics #51 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. 51 came out in June 1940. The highest price paid for a copy was a NM 9.8 from the Edgar Church (Mile High) collection which fetched a cool $44,813 in Feb 2008. A FN 6.0 copy still commands almost $1500, while a GD 2.0 is around $600.

Why is this comic book valuable?

This issue is particularly memorable because it features the chilling story of a crazy scientist who brings the wax sculptrues of notorious criminals to life by using articifial hear and plastic skin.

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What's Adventure Comics #52 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. 52 was put out in July 1940. The most expensive copy ever sold of this issue was a copy from the Edgar Church collection, rated NM 9.4, which fetched a cool $10,755 in February 2008. A FN 6.0 copy has held a steady price at $850 over the last couple of years. However, The most recent sale of this comic which went for $1,080 for a 3.5 in December 2022. While a 3.0 was sold for $829 in June 2022. This clearly shows that this comic has sustained its worth over the years. 

Why is this comic book valuable?

This issue is great because the Sandman returns and tries to solve the mystery of who stole Diane's gloves from her room.

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What's Adventure Comics #53 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comic No. 53 hit the stores in August 1940. A NM 9.4 copy from the Edgar Church (Mile High) collection brought in $5,378 in May 2010, the most for a copy of this issue ever. An FN 6.0 copy can cost a pretty penny at $900, while a GD 2.0 copy will run you about $300.

Why is this comic book valuable?

This issue is memorable because it involves the Hourman investigating the deaths of twelve children, and features an appearance by the Minute-Men of America.

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What's Adventure Comics #54 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. 54 was released in September 1940. The most expensive copy of this issue cost $5,975, and was a NM 9.6 fron the Edgar Church (Mile High) collection. A FN 6.0 copy will run you about $600 nowadays, and a GD 2.0 copy will cost you about $300.

Why is this comic book valuable?

This issue is great because it features the return of the Minutemen, who when one member quits is kidnapped and needs to be save by the Sandman.

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What's Adventure Comics #56 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. 56 was put out in November 1940. The priciest copy of the issue sold for $11,535 in 2008. It was a NM 9.6 from the Edgar Church (Mile High) collection. A FN 6.0 copy costs about $1,100 in today's market. A GD 2.0 copy will run you about $150.

Why is this comic book valuable?

This issue sticks out in the minds of fans because it tells the story of the Hourman going to Castle Doom to help out Dr. Slight.

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What's Adventure Comics #57 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. 57 was released in December 1940. The most expensive copy of this issue was sold for $5,975, a copy from the Edgar Church (Mile High) collection that was graded NM 9.6. An FN 6.0 copy will run you about $850, which has been the price for the last couple of years. An GD 2.0 copy is still a good $250, and has also maintained a stable price.

Why is this comic book valuable?

The Hourman faces off against an evil scientist whose lair is on Wide Island, who has bizarre pets like wolves, in this special issue.

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What's Adventure Comics #58 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. 58 was released in January 1941. The most expensive copy ever sold was a NM 9.2 copy which sold for $2,629 in August 2010. A FN 6.0 will sell nowadays for around $700, which has been a steady price. A GD 2.0 copy will cost around $225, which is a price that has also held steady.

Why is this comic book valuable?

This issue is great becuase it features the Hourman and the Minutemen teaming up to foil a train robbery.

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What's Adventure Comics #59 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. 59 was released in February 1941. The most money anyone has ever gotten when they went to sell a copy of this issue was an NM 8.0 from the Edgar Church (Mile High) which fetched $6,573 at the time. A FN 6.0 will cost you about $1000, and a GD 2.0 will run you around $200.

Why is this comic book valuable?

This issue is memorable becuase the Hourman and the Minutement team up once again to stop an evil doctor who is versed in hypnosis and mental telepathy.

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What's Adventure Comics #60 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. 60 was put out in March 1941. In May 2012 an NM 9.6 copy from the Edgar CHurch (Mile High) collection sold for $13,145. A FN 6.0 copy will run you around $2500 today, and a GD 2.0 copy will put you out around $800.

Why is this comic book valuable?

This issue is great because the Hourman must fight to stop the Minutemen from being framed for vandalism by the criminal element of the city they are trying to protect!

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What's Adventure Comics #61 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. 61 was released in April 1941. A NM 9.4 from the Edgar Church (Mile High) collection sold for $21,850 in April 2004, the most ever for this issue. A FN 6.0 copy was been holding steady in price, and will cost you around $3000 nowadays. A GD 2.0 copy will run you about $1000 nowadays, and this price has also held steady.

Why is this comic book valuable?

This issue is awesome because Starman shows up to battle the "Brotherhood of the Electron."

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What's Adventure Comics #65 worth in 2024?

If you bought a copy of Adventure Comics #65 in August of 1941 and kept it in Near Mint + shape, you could probably sell it for more than $9100. On the other hand, the most paid for a 4.5 copy was $1,285 in 2022. That means the average value of this issue is just under $1800 for a 6.0 copy.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Like other issues from the era, #65 is hard to find and frequently requested. There are only 17 copies, and interestingly enough, 3 of them are 9.2 or better.

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What's Adventure Comics #66 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics #66 was released in 1941, and it took until 2012 to reach a peak price of $8251. The was paid for the 9.4 copy in the Edgar Church pedigree. Of Course, a 1.8 copy was selling for only $250 in 2018. If you’re looking at median values, a 6.0 is currently worth somewhere between $1000 and $1500.

Why is this comic book valuable?

This comic gains value by introducing Shining Knight. It also has a full-page ad for the first issue of Star Spangled Comics.

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What's Adventure Comics #68 worth in 2024?

The second-to-last issue of 1941 was Adventure Comics #68. Decades later, in 2010, a 9.2 copy sold for a peak price of $3734. The lowest-quality sale on record is $659 for a 4.5 copy in 2022.  Overall, a 6.0 copy is probably worth around $900 today.

Why is this comic book valuable?

There are only 14 copies of issue #68 registered with the CGC Census. Among those, only 2 are graded at 9.0 or better.

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What's Adventure Comics #69 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics #69 was originally released in December of 1941. In the decades since, it has traded many times, and it hit a peak price of $4661 in 2015. That copy was rated at 9.4. Comparably, a 1.8 copy sold for $195 in 2012. Today, you could expect a 6.0 copy to be worth around $600.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Issue #69 features the very first appearance of Sandy the Golden Boy. Considering there are only 18 original copies of this first appearance anywhere in the world, it’s tough to acquire.

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What's Adventure Comics #71 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics #71 was the second issue to release in 1942. A valuable part of the series, it has traded for a peak price of $5378 — which was paid for a 9.6 copy in the Edgar Church pedigree in 2010. To put that in contrast, a 2.5 copy sold for $265 in that same year. These days, a 6.0 copy is worth somewhere close to $500.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Issue #71 is special in part because of its story. This is the issue where Jimmy Martin becomes the sidekick to Hourman.

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What's Adventure Comics #72 worth in 2024?

March of 1942 saw the first sale of Adventure Comics #72. Since then, it has risen in value to a peak price of $34,500. That price was paid in 2003 for a 9.6 copy in the Edgar Church pedigree. If you don’t own the definitive collection of the series, you might be better informed knowing that a 7.0 copy of issue #72 sold for $4,500 in March 2023. That means a 6.0 copy is worth around $3,000 today.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Issue #72 is particularly collectible for some of the art. It has the very first D. C. artwork for the series by Simon and Kirby.

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What's Adventure Comics #76 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics #76 released in July of 1942. The highest price paid for a copy since was $4780. That was in 2010, when the 9.6-graded copy in the Edgar Church pedigree sold. One of the lowest recorded prices was $220 for a 2.0 copy in 2004. Somewhere in the middle, a 6.0 copy is worth around $480 today.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Issue #76 is another in the series that is tough to acquire. There are only 18 registered copies, and only 1 of them was graded above an 8.5.

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What's Adventure Comics #80 worth in 2024?

A 9.6 copy of Adventure Comics #80 was sold for $8,913 in October 2002. That was the only time it was sold. Another book, rated 6.5, was sold in February 2011 for $600, having sold before but at the same price, and a 1.0 book sold for $155 in January 2021, selling only once. 

Why is this comic book valuable?

Issue #80 of Adventure Comics Vol. 1 was published in November 1942. It was written, penciled and inked by Jack Kirby, Joe Simon, Jack Burnley, Mort Meskin, George Roussos, Joseph Greene, Louis Cazeneuve and Bernard Baily.

Key Facts About the Comic

The cover art features a “Noise” truck, with three men trying to stop it.

Story Synopsis

The issue features some stories with different main characters:

The Sandman story "The Man Who Couldn't Sleep"

Starman story "The Time-Machine Crime"

The Shining Knight story "Adventure of the Desperate Dragons"

Genius Jones story "The Enigma of the Absent-Minded Artists"

Hourman and Thorndyke story "The Case of the Sponsored Crooks"

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What's Adventure Comics #82 worth in 2024?

Of the mid to high rating copies of Adventure Comics #82 that have been sold at auction, the highest price belongs to a 9.6 copy, sold in May 2017 for $3,824. That issue was valued at $5,000 in 2014. The lowest quality book ever sold is a 4.0 copy, sold only once for $245 in July 2003.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Issue #82 of Adventure Comics Vol. 1 was published in January 1943. It was written and penciled by Jack Kirby, with inks by Joe Simon. It was edited by Jack Schiff.

Key Facts About the Comic

This is the first issue of the series that was edited by Jack Schiff, after Murray Boltinoff stepped down.

Story Synopsis

The issue features stories with different main characters:

The Sandman story "Santa Fronts for the Mob"

Starman story "Hitch a Wagon to The Stars?"

The Shining Knight story "The Sorcerer's Apprentice"

Genius Jones story "Did I Ever See a Dream Walking?"

Manhunter story "The Animal Murders"

Hourman story "The High-Powered Hoods"

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What's Adventure Comics #83 worth in 2024?

The top price for a copy of Adventure Comics #83 is $3,346, paid for a 9.6 copy back in May 2010. However, its value has decreased since 2008, when it was sold for $5,378. A 6.0 copy was sold in July 2006 for $339, increasing its 2004 price of $270; while a 4.5 copy had a price of $191 as of November 2008, when it was sold for the first time.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Issue #83 of Adventure Comics Vol. 1 was published in February 1943. It was written and penciled by Jack Kirby, with inks by Joe Simon. It was edited by Jack Schiff.

Key Facts About the Comic

This issue features the final Golden Age appearance of the hero Hourman. He next appears in Justice League of America #21.

Story Synopsis

The issue features stories with different main characters:

The Sandman story "The Lady and the Champ!"

Starman story "Wish Upon a Star!"

The Shining Knight story "Checkmate to Chivalry!"

Genius Jones story "The Case of the Haunted Opera!"

Manhunter story "Justice Was Taken for a Joy Ride!"

Hourman story "The Riddles in Rhyme!"

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What's Adventure Comics #87 worth in 2024?

The highest price for a copy of Adventure Comics #87 was during a sale in May 2015, when a 9.6 copy was sold for $9,560. That book has only changed hands once. A 6.5 copy had a September 2017 price of $390, decreasing its $487 value from 2013; and a trimmed 4.0 book was worth $132 in its only sale back in September 2003.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Issue #87 of Adventure Comics Vol. 1 was published in August 1943. It was written and penciled by Jack Kirby, with inks by Joe Simon. It was edited by Jack Schiff.

Key Facts About the Comic

The cover art features Sandman stopping some goons from planting a bomb in a missile factory.

Story Synopsis

The issue features stories with different main characters:

The Sandman story "I Hate the Sandman!"

Starman story "Crime Paints a Picture!"

The Shining Knight story "The Troubles of a Taxidermist"

Genius Jones story "The West Goes Ghost"

Manhunter story "The Man From Yesterday"

Mike Gibbs story "You Never Can Beat the Dutch"

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What's Adventure Comics #88 worth in 2024?

A 9.6 copy of Adventure Comics #88 was sold for $5,200 in October 2015, almost double its value from 2010 when it was sold for $2,868. Another copy, rated 7.0, was sold in March 2022 at $638; and a 3.0 copy had a price of $138 as of September 2003. Those two copies have only been sold once.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Issue #88 of Adventure Comics Vol. 1 was published in October 1943. It was written and penciled by Jack Kirby, with inks by Joe Simon. It was edited by Jack Schiff.

Key Facts About the Comic

There’s no issue for September 1943, even though the series was usually released monthly. After this issue, the release rate dropped to bi-monthly issues.

Story Synopsis

The issue features stories with different main characters:

The Sandman story "The Cruise of the Crescent"

Starman story "The Enigma of the Vanishing House!"

The Shining Knight story "Prisoners of Peril"

Genius Jones story "Death of Genius Jones”

Manhunter story "Loaded For Bear"

Mike Gibbs story "Bombs Over Brittany"

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What's Adventure Comics #89 worth in 2024?

The top price for Adventure Comics #89 belongs to a 9.6 issue, sold for $4,200 in August 2018. Its price has decreased since 2015, when it was valued at $5,600. The top price for a mid-range graded issue is $320 for a 5.5 copy, sold in August 2008. This issue’s price increased from its 2003 value of $265. And the lowest price for this issue’s sale at an auction is $89 for a 1.8 book, sold in December 2012. 

Why is this comic book valuable?

Issue #89 of Adventure Comics Vol. 1 was published in December 1943. It was written and penciled by Jack Kirby, with inks by Joe Simon. It was edited by Jack Schiff.

Key Facts About the Comic

The cover art features a man dreaming about Sandman chasing some goons.

Story Synopsis

The issue features stories with different main characters:

The Sandman story "Prisoner of His Dreams"

Starman story "The Plundering Planets!"

The Shining Knight story "The Golden Horseshoe!"

Genius Jones story "The Case of the Curious Crossroad!"

Manhunter story "Fisherman's Fortune"

Mike Gibbs story "Trouble in Three-Quarter Time!"

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What's Adventure Comics #90 worth in 2024?

Only mid to high rating copies of Adventure Comics #90 have been auctioned, with the prices ranging from $120 (for a 5.5 copy sold in May 2010) to $4,025 (for a 9.2 book sold in October 2002). Both of these issues have only been sold once.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Issue #90 of Adventure Comics Vol. 1 was published in February 1944. It was written and penciled by Jack Kirby, with inks by Joe Simon. It was edited by Jack Schiff.

Key Facts About the Comic

The cover art features a sketch artist making a drawing of Sandman and his sidekick.

Story Synopsis

The issue features stories with different main characters:

The Sandman story "Sleepy Time Crimes"

Starman story "Land Beneath the Fog!"

The Shining Knight story "The Candid Criminal"

Genius Jones story "Fish Are Such Liars"

Manhunter story "Little Clerk--What Now?"

Mike Gibbs story "The Prisoner of the Castle"

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What's Adventure Comics #91 worth in 2024?

The highest quality issue of Adventure Comics #91 ever sold at auction is a 9.4 book, which changed hands in April 2005 for a price of $4,000. The lowest quality book ever auctioned is a 5.0 copy, sold for $430 in November 2020, almost doubling its 2017 value of $245.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Issue #91 of Adventure Comics Vol. 1 was published in April 1944. It was written by Joseph Samachson, and penciled by Gil Kane, with inks by Bernard Klein. It was edited by Jack Schiff.

Key Facts About the Comic

The Kirby-Simon duo didn’t work on the inside of the comic for the first time in a while, only contributing to the cover art for this issue.

Story Synopsis

The issue features stories with different main characters:

The Sandman story "Courage a la Carte"

Starman story "The Rising Star of Johnny Teach"

The Shining Knight story "Daze of the Knight"

Genius Jones story "The Affair of the Unhappy Hercules"

Manhunter story "Treasure Is Where You Take It"

Mike Gibbs story "The Return of Genghis Khan"

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What's Adventure Comics #92 worth in 2024?

The highest quality issue of Adventure Comics #92 ever sold is a 9.6 book, sold for $2,629 in May 2010. However, this is a huge decrease from its previous sale in 2008, when it was valued at $5,975. The book with the highest price is a 9.4 copy, which held a price of $4,481 when it was sold in May 2014. The lowest price belongs to a 2.0 issue, sold for $140 in June 2020, and was sold only once.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Issue #92 of Adventure Comics Vol. 1 was published in June 1944. It was written by Joseph Samachson, and penciled and inked by Pen Shumaker. It was edited by Jack Schiff.

Key Facts About the Comic

Since the previous issue, the artists involved in the comics series were changed regularly.

Story Synopsis

The issue features stories with different main characters:

The Sandman story "The Tough Guy"

Starman story "The Three Comets"

The Shining Knight story "The Bookworm That Turned"

Genius Jones story "The Saving Scot and the Gypsy Gyp"

Manhunter story "The Hand of Doom"

Mike Gibbs story "The Spirit of Korea"

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What's Adventure Comics #93 worth in 2024?

The top price for a copy of Adventure Comics #93 is $2,390. It belongs to a 9.4 copy, sold in May 2017 for the first time. A 5.5 copy was sold in March 2018 for $299, after increasing its $250 value from 2012; and a 3.0 had an August 2021 price of $184, decreasing its 2016 value of $250. However, The most recent sale of Adventure Comics #93 was a 5.0 which went for $447 in February 2023. If we look at the most recent sale, we can access that the prices of this comics has increase its price to a few hundred. 

Why is this comic book valuable?

Issue #93 of Adventure Comics Vol. 1 was published in August 1944. It was written by Joseph Samachson and Whitney Ellsworth; with pencils and inks by Pen Shumaker, Louis Cazeneuve, Stan Kaye, Emil Gershwin and Edmond Good. It was edited by Jack Schiff.

Key Facts About the Comic

This issue doesn’t feature a Manhunter story for the first time in a while.

Story Synopsis

The issue features stories with different main characters:

The Sandman story "Sleep For Sale!"

Starman story "Gifts from the Stars!"

The Shining Knight story "Roguery in Nine Reels!"

Genius Jones story "Genius Jones Broadcasting"

Mike Gibbs story "The Peerless Puppets"

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What's Adventure Comics #94 worth in 2024?

The highest quality copy of Adventure Comics #94 to ever sell at auction is a 9.8 copy from Edgar Church (Mile High). It was worth $3,346 when it was sold in May 2010, although that price is a decrease from its 2008 value of just under $8,000. A 4.5 copy was sold in August 2016 for $187, increasing its 2009 price of $134. A 2.0 book was sold in September 2003 for $70. In 2022, the same grade was sold for $170 which shows that this book has clearly increased its value. 

Why is this comic book valuable?

Issue #94 of Adventure Comics Vol. 1 was published in October 1944. It was written by Joseph Samachson and Whitney Ellsworth; with pencils and inks by Pen Shumaker, Louis Cazeneuve, Stan Kaye, Emil Gershwin and Edmond Good. It was edited by Jack Schiff.

Key Facts About the Comic

The cover art features a man about to take a picture of Sandman and his sidekick.

Story Synopsis

The issue features stories with different main characters:

The Sandman story "Reincarnation of a Rogue"

Starman story "Stars Fell on Allie Bammer"

The Shining Knight story "Ancestor Unknown"

Genius Jones story "The Puzzle of the Tired Pigeons"

Mike Gibbs story "The Battle of Ti Liang"

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What's Adventure Comics #95 worth in 2024?

There are three 9.6 copies of Adventure Comics #95 sold at auction, with prices ranging from $2,280 to $5,257. The one with the highest price is a copy from San Francisco Pedigree, sold only once in October 2013. A 5.0 copy holds a May 2020 price of $397 after increasing its 2018 price of $264. And a 0.5 copy was sold in April 2022 for $200, being the first time that issue was sold.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Issue #95 of Adventure Comics Vol. 1 was published in December 1944. It was written by Joseph Samachson; with pencils and inks by Gil Kane, Louis Cazeneuve, Stan Kaye, Emil Gershwin and Maurice Del Bourgo. It was edited by Jack Schiff.

Key Facts About the Comic

The cover art features two Japanese army generals discussing something, about to be surprised by Sandman and his sidekick.

Story Synopsis

The issue features stories with different main characters:

The Sandman story "The Riddle of the Rembrandt"

Starman story "The Professor Plays Safe"

The Shining Knight story "Victory Makes Hay"

Genius Jones story "The Honest Crook"

Mike Gibbs story "Conquest Doesn't Pay"

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What's Adventure Comics #96 worth in 2024?

A 9.8 copy of Adventure Comics #96 has the highest price for this issue at an auction, being valued at $6,250 as of October 2015. Back in 2014, the same issue was valued at $10,755. The best price for a mid-range copy is $372 for a 5.0 copy, sold in February 2021. This copy’s price has also decreased, as it was valued at $512 in 2020. And a 1.8 copy had an August 2012 price of $81, changing hands only once.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Issue #96 of Adventure Comics Vol. 1 was published in February 1945. It was written by Joseph Samachson; with pencils and inks by Gil Kane, Louis Cazeneuve, Stan Kaye, Emil Gershwin and Maurice Del Bourgo. It was edited by Jack Schiff.

Key Facts About the Comic

The cover art features a Japanese soldier thinking about Sandman and his sidekick fighting Japanese men.

Story Synopsis

The issue features stories with different main characters:

The Sandman story "Two Dreams to Destiny"

Starman story "Prediction For Plunder"

The Shining Knight story "Victory Makes Hay"

Genius Jones story “Melody in Treble Trouble"

Mike Gibbs story "Idol Victory"

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What's Adventure Comics #97 worth in 2024?

The highest rating and price for a copy of Adventure Comics #97 both belong to a 9.8 book, sold only once for $6,038 back in October 2002. A 5.5 book was sold in April 2014 for $176, slightly decreasing its $200 value from 2010. And a 1.5 copy was sold in January 2015 for $68, increasing its 2014 value of $49.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Issue #97 of Adventure Comics Vol. 1 was published in April 1945. It was written by Joseph Samachson; with pencils and inks by Gil Kane, Louis Cazeneuve, Stan Kaye, Emil Gershwin and Maurice Del Bourgo. It was edited by Jack Schiff.

Key Facts About the Comic

The cover art features Sandman and his sidekick fighting alien invaders.

Story Synopsis

The issue features stories with different main characters:

The Sandman story "No Curtains For Cupid!"

Starman story "Stolen Glory!"

The Shining Knight story "Barbs of Chivalry!"

Genius Jones story "The Clue That Wasn't There"

Mike Gibbs story "The Life of Riley!"

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What's Adventure Comics #98 worth in 2024?

The mint condition copy of Adventure Comics #98 is a 9.8 copy, which held a price of $6,600 in its only sale in January 2022. Another copy, rated 6.5, had a price of $340 as of January 2021, which is a slight decrease from its 2018 value of $364. And a 2.5 book sold in December 2021 for a price of $200. Recently, a 2.5 was sold for $150 in October 2022. This trend clearly shows that there is a slight decrease in the value of this comic. 

Why is this comic book valuable?

Issue #98 of Adventure Comics Vol. 1 was published in June 1945. It was written by Joseph Samachson; with pencils and inks by Pen Shumaker, Louis Cazeneuve, Stan Kaye, Emil Gershwin and Maurice Del Bourgo. It was edited by Jack Schiff.

Key Facts About the Comic

The cover art features Sandman and his sidekick watching a cave-man fight two suited goons.

Story Synopsis

The issue features stories with different main characters:

The Sandman story "Hero of Dreams"

Starman story "Twin Stars of Crime"

The Shining Knight story "The Felon's Friend"

Genius Jones story "To Filch a Fortune"

Mike Gibbs story "Unconditional Surrender"

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What's Adventure Comics #99 worth in 2024?

The top price for a copy of Adventure Comics #99 is $5,760, for a 9.8 copy sold in April 2022. A 5.0 copy sold in October 2005 is valued at $176; while a 3.5 book held a price of $143 as of November 2015. There’s only one recorded auction sale for each issue.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Issue #99 of Adventure Comics Vol. 1 was published in August 1945. It was written by Joseph Samachson; with pencils and inks by Pen Shumaker, Louis Cazeneuve, Stan Kaye, Emil Gershwin and Maurice Del Bourgo. It was edited by Jack Schiff.

Key Facts About the Comic

The cover art features Sandman and his sidekick in a mirror house.

Story Synopsis

The issue features stories with different main characters:

The Sandman story "He Doodled It"

Starman story "My Fortune For a Star"

The Shining Knight story "New Shoes For Victory"

Genius Jones story "Mechanical Murder"

Mike Gibbs story "Compliments of Honorable Mikado"

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What's Adventure Comics #100 worth in 2024?

The highest quality copy of Adventure Comics #100 to ever sell at auction is a 9.6 book, sold in August 2019 for $6,000. That was the only time it was sold. A 5.5 copy sold in April 2020 for $293, increasing its 2013 value of $225. And a 3.0 copy sold in August 2018 for $148, more than doubling its 2010 price of $71.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Issue #100 of Adventure Comics Vol. 1 was published in October 1945. It was written by Joseph Samachson; with pencils and inks by Pen Shumaker, Louis Cazeneuve, Stan Kaye, Marvin Stein, Emil Gershwin and Maurice Del Bourgo. It was edited by Jack Schiff.

Key Facts About the Comic

The cover art features Sandman and his sidekick filming alien beings.

Story Synopsis

The issue features stories with different main characters:

The Sandman story "Sweets For Swag!"

Starman story "Life and Death of a Star!"

The Shining Knight story "The Royal Revival!"

Genius Jones story "The Hard-Headed League!"

Mike Gibbs story "Bazooka Lullaby!"

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What's Adventure Comics #101 worth in 2024?

A 9.2 copy of Adventure Comics #101 holds the highest price for this issue at an auction, when it was sold for $1,646 in September 2018. Although its price has decreased since 2017 when it was sold for $1,800. The best price for a mid-range copy is $312 for a 5.0 book sold in June 2021. Its price has increased since it was sold for $186 in 2005. And a 1.5 copy sold in December 2004 for a price of $80, only changing hands once.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Issue #101 of Adventure Comics Vol. 1 was published in December 1945. It was written by Joseph Samachson; with pencils and inks by Gil Kane, Louis Cazeneuve, Stan Kaye, Marvin Stein, Emil Gershwin and Maurice Del Bourgo. It was edited by Jack Schiff.

Key Facts About the Comic

The cover art features Sandman and his sidekick discovering a miniature world with tiny people.

Story Synopsis

The issue features stories with different main characters:

The Sandman story "No Nap For No-Nerves"

Starman story "The Sun-Spot Scoundrel!"

The Shining Knight story "The Book That Couldn't Be Printed"

Genius Jones story "The Hen That Laid the Colored Eggs"

Mike Gibbs story "Freedom Road"

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What's Adventure Comics #102 worth in 2024?

The mint condition copy of Adventure Comics #102 is a 9.4 book, sold for $3,600 in October 2015. In 2010, that same book was valued at $2,032. Another book, rated 5.0, had a price of $184 when it was sold in July 2003, which is a decrease from its $236 value from a previous sale in 2002; and a 1.0 copy sold in December 2012 for $60 in its only sale.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Issue #101 of Adventure Comics Vol. 1 was published in February 1946. It was written by Joseph Samachson; with pencils and inks by Gil Kane, Jack Kirby, Stan Kaye, Chuck Winter, Emil Gershwin and Maurice Del Bourgo. It was edited by Jack Schiff.

Key Facts About the Comic

The cover art features a man holding a gun against a woman, with Sandman and his sidekick sneaking up behind him.

Story Synopsis

The issue features stories with different main characters:

The Sandman story "The Dream of Peter Green!"

Starman story "The Meteor Mob!"

The Shining Knight story "King 'Artie's’ Crime Court!"

Genius Jones story "The Eighth Day of the Week!"

Mike Gibbs story "Honorable Information, Please!"

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What's Adventure Comics #103 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. 103 was released in April 1946. The most valuable copy ever sold was a NM 9.6 from the Big Apple collection that went for $8,000 in July 2014. A FN 6.0 copy has been hovering around $700 for the last couple of years, and a GD 2.0 copy has been holding steady at around $200.

Why is this comic book valuable?

This issue is special because it features Clark Kent, aka Superboy, intervening to help and stop Betty's 10th birthday from being ruined.

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What's Adventure Comics #210 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. 210 was released in March 1955. The most valuable copy ever sold was a 7.5 copy that brought in a whopping $10,800. A FN 6.0 copy has been keeping a steady price of about $5,500, and a 2.0 GD copy has been going for between $600-700 for the past couple of years.

Why is this comic book valuable?

This issue is special because it features a visit from Super-Dog, the super powerful dog from Krypton that is Superman's companion.

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What's Adventure Comics #214 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. 214 was released in July 1955. The most valuable copy of this issue ever sold was an 8.5 copy which sold for $1,920 in November 2018. A FN 6.0 copy has been holding steady at around $600 in recent history, and a GD 2.0 copy will cost you about $80 nowadays.

Why is this comic book valuable?

This issue is memorable because it features a criminal gang attempting to prove that Krypto, Superman's super-dog from Krypton, actually has super powers.

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What's Adventure Comics #229 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. 229 was released in October 1956. The most valuable copy ever sold was a NM 9.0 that went for $657 in August 2011. A FN 6.0 copy has been costing about $85 for the past several years, while the most recent sale for a 6.0 was sold for a $270 in November 2022 and a GD 2.0 copy runs about $100.

Why is this comic book valuable?

This issue is special because Superman's family, the Kents, have their house destroy by a meteor and have to move into a new one.

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What's Adventure Comics #247 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. 247 was released in April 1958. The most valuable copy sold was a 8.5 which brought in a mind-blowing $19,200 in September 2019. A FN 6.0 copy has been holding steady at about $4500 for the last couple years, and a GD 2.0 copy will has been going up in price, nowadays running around $1000.

Why is this comic book valuable?

This issue is memorable because it features Superboy getting inducted into the neighborhood boy's superhero league, who then play a prank on Superboy.

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What's Adventure Comics #256 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. 256 was released on January 1959. The most valuable copy every sold was a 8.5 was brought in $1,500 in May 2017. A FN 6.0 copy runs you about $110 nowadays, and a GD 2.0 copy has been holding steady at about $50.

Why is this comic book valuable?

This issue is special because it features a fake police chief who frames Superboy for a series of crimes. Ultimately, Superboy has no choice but to turn himself in.

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What's Adventure Comics #260 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. 260 was released in May 1959. The most valuable copy ever sold was a NM 9.2 copy which sold for $6401 in August 2016. Following the most recent sale of $288 for a FN 6.0. The same copy will run you about about $300, down from $430 a year ago, and a GD 2.0 copy has been hovering steady at about $75.

Why is this comic book valuable?

This issue is special, as it features Vidal, another superboy, who comes to Earth to take over for Superboy while he is on a space mission.

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What's Adventure Comics #267 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. 267 was released in December 1959. The priciest copy ever was a NM 9.4 that raked in $7,200 in November 2019. A FN 6.0 copy will put you out around $350, up from $200 just a few years ago. A GD 2.0 copy will cost you about $50, which has been the steady price for the last few years.

Why is this comic book valuable?

This issue is memorable because it features the Legion returning to the 1900s to try and discredit Superboy.

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What's Adventure Comics #269 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. #269 was released in February 1960. The most valuable issue sold was a NM 9.2 which got $2,500 in October 2018. A FN 6.0 copy has increase in price slightly, from $200 a few years ago to about $230 today. A GD 2.0 has been holding steady at about $70.

Why is this comic book valuable?

This issue is memorable beacuse after Superman punished Krypto, Krypto begins to look for a new master, leading to disaster which Superman must avert.

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What's Adventure Comics #271 worth in 2024?

Adventure Comics No. 271 was released in April 1960. A NM 9.0 sold for $1920 in August 2018, the most expensive copy ever sold. A FN 6.0 copy will cost about $75 today, down from around $100 in the past several years. A GD 2.0 copy costs about $25.

Why is this comic book valuable?

This issue is special because Superman takes on Lex Luthor, whom he had known as a kid, and in the process destroys Luthor's laboratory and makes Luthor lose his hair.

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What's Adventure Comics #282 worth in 2024?

GD 2.0 graded copies of Adventure Comics #282 can expect to sell for $50. FN 6.0 copies of this comic have a value of about $180 on today’s market. The highest graded copy to ever sell was a 9.4 that sold for a price of $6,000 in 2022.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Adventure Comics #282 is known for being the first comic to introduce readers to the hero Star Boy. This comic features writing by DC legend Otto Binder and also has a story starring Aquaman.

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What's Adventure Comics #283 worth in 2024?

GD 2.0 copies of Adventure Comics #283 can expect to sell for $150 which is up from $100 in 2017. FN 6.0 copies of this comic have a value of $400 on today’s market. The highest graded copy to ever sell was a 9.4 that sold in 2008 for a price of $2,390.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Adventure Comics #283 is a historic comic for DC and Superman collectors. This issue broke new ground introducing one of Superman’s most iconic villains: General Zod. This issue also introduced readers to the Phantom Zone and the Phantom Zone Projector. Collectors value this comic for dramatically changing the history of Superman comics, movies, and games.

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What's Adventure Comics #290 worth in 2024?

A GD 2.0 copy of Adventure Comics #290 can sell for around $50 in today’s market. FN 6.0 copies of this comic are up to a price of $120 up from their 2015 value of $90. The highest graded copy to ever sell was a 9.8 that sold in 2008 for a price of $5,378.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Adventure Comics #290 is a classic Superboy comic that features writing from DC Comics legend Robert Bernstien. This issue also has another tale starring Bizarro including an appearance from the less often seen Bizarro Lois Lane.

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What's Adventure Comics #293 worth in 2024?

GD 2.0 copies of Adventure Comics #293 can expect to have a value of less than $50 on today’s market. FN 6.0 copies of this comic can sell for around $90 up from their 2017 price of $70. The highest graded copy to ever sell was a 9.6 that sold for $1,640 in 2019.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Adventure Comics #293 is known for the first appearance of both The Legion of Super Pets and the villainous Brain-Globes of Rambat. This issue also begins Superboy’s infamous, and convoluted, time travel adventures.

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What's Adventure Comics #300 worth in 2024?

GD 2.0 copies of Adventure Comics #300 had a value of $40 in 2014 and in today’s market can sell for closer to $50. FN 6.0 graded copies of this comic sell for $189 which is up from $76 in 2004. The highest graded copy to ever reach the market was a 9.4 that sold for $4,500 in 2010.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Adventure Comics #300 begins the famous “Legion of Super Heroes” story arc which runs from this issue until issue #380. This comic also introduced readers to the Science Police as well as the villain Ulthro, a robot created by Lex Luthor. Collectors appreciate early Legion of Super Heroes stories for being set in the 21st century which later comics will change to the 30th.

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What's Adventure Comics #381 worth in 2024?

The mint condition value of Adventure Comics #381 is $1,450 as of May 2019, based on a NM/M CGC 9.8. The value of this issue has seen a fall in value since 2008, when it was sold for $2,749 at auction, but has risen in recent years after being sold for $921 in April of 2016. The CGC has rated 6 copies at a NM/M 9.8, and 15 at a NM+, making the availability of #381 better than others. In January 2019 an unretouched CGC 9.6 sold for $363, and a non-pedigree, unretouched 9.4 sold for $380 in August 2018.

Why is this comic book valuable?

Adventure Comics #381, which was published by D.C. Comics and had a $.15 cover price, was first available for purchase in April 1969. #381 marked the very first time Supergirl starred in her own book. Additionally, Superman makes a cameo, and Batgirl helps Supergirl fight crime.

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