Mattel dc comics multiverse collector lex luthor figure 6inch. See more ideas about lex luthor, dc comics and superman. Cover credits from reprint in adventures of superman. Comicnewbies the first stop for newbies in the comic book universe. My dad, for example, thinks of luthor as a dorky, impotent schemer from earlier eras of comics. In short, lex believes that he, and not some alien savior, is the best suited to lead humanity upward and onward. Alexei luthor as opposed to lex luthor is the golden age version of supermans archenemy. See more ideas about lex luthor, dc comics and superhero. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Luthor has been many things over the years, growing and evolving just like his archenemy. Lex luthor is known as a fictional supervillain who makes appearances in the dc comics. Its a still from a 1928 movie adaptation of victor hugos littleknown novel the man who laughsstarring conrad veidt, a german actor remembered best for his role as a nazi officer in casablanca. See our topranked characters and read their profiles. Superman, american comic strip superhero created for dc comics by writer.
Per dc comics cosmology, that means that he existed on precrisis earth2 he died during the crisis, in 1985. Lex luthor has been supermans archenemy for most of the superheros. Dc comics lex luthor is the greatest of supermans villains and a comic book icon for generations. Lex luthor in action comics marvel dc comics, superman action comics. Born on earththree, alex luthor was the son of alexander luthor and lois laneluthor.
Alexander luthor is a central character of the 2010 animated film crisis on two earths, voiced by chris noth. Alexander joseph lex luthor is a fictional character, a supervillain appearing in comic books published by dc comics. By the 50s, he was practically supess only recurring. Emma has been through more in the last few years than most experience in a lifetime. Lex luthor injustice concept art by marco nelor comic book superheroes, comic.
The character was created by jerry siegel and joe shuster. Hello all you wonderful members of rdcomics, i just finished watching the first season of justice league unlimited and finished reading the past few justice league issues and i want to read more about lex. He started as a warmonger in eastern europe, and quickly became a scientific genius bent on world conquest. Jesse eisenberg has been cast as brainbox baddie lex luthor, with jeremy irons as alfred the trusty butler, in the upcoming superman v batman film. Earththree alex luthor in his initial appearance, luthor is depicted as a heroic character. Between losing her family twice and now possibly her best friend, shes not in the best mental place right now. I, on the other hand, tend to think of the version of luthor i grew up withan intense, xenophobic, and genius humanist who believes that superman is the. Mattel has finally released lex luthor as hes supposed to be. This character had been created by joe shuster and jerry siegel. In modern interpretations of the character, lex luthor is a supergenius whos built a multibillion.
Manapul has a lot of potential with this character and his new position of power, lets. Its a bit of a departure from other stories about luthor, which up until then and indeed for twenty years previous had shown him as little more than an unrepentant jerk who just wanted to kill superman. Since the moral polarity is inverted on his version of earth, this luthor is one of the few heroes there. The reason why lex luthor seemed out of character compared to his comic book counterpart we all know and love zack snyder used many comics people werent familiar with. Dc is home to the worlds greatest super heroes, including superman, batman, wonder woman, green lantern, the flash, aquaman and more. Supergirl and lex luthor lead team luthor into the streets of metropolis to take the city back from the criminals whove come out in full force since supermans demise. His home reality was destroyed by the antimonitor shortly after his birth. My dad, for example, thinks of luthor as a dorky, impotent schemer from earlier eras of comics and the super friends cartoon. How darth plagueis had a terrifying vision of darth vader star wars explained duration. Lex luthor, cartoon character, an evil genius of the fictional city of metropolis, who. Man of steel, hell be called something he never has before. Lex luthor is the master of dcs future universe screen rant. Superman man of steel lex luthor dc comics superheroes superhero lee bermejo comic book characters, comic book.
Other people may see superman as the greatest hero the world has ever known a benevolent. Andrew has grown to appreciate the story and writing behind everything from blockbuster comic book movies to schlocky bmovie action. Like all comic book characters, luthor has changed over time. With the amount of backstory and side information hidden away in the super dictionary, i imagine every luthor fan is probably trying to pick up their own copy of this book right now maybe to learn how he easily stole those 40 cakes. Lex luthor 6084 clark kent 4468 bruce wayne 1210 lena luthor 806 kara danvers 789 lois lane 777 martha kent 705 chloe sullivan 683 alex danvers 634 jonathan kent 534 include relationships clark kentlex luthor 2675 kara danverslena luthor 695 clark kentbruce wayne 335 clark kentlois lane 267. He resides in a flying city suspended by a dirigible and plots to provoke a war between two european nations. Well lets get into a character analysis of one of the best bald baddies. This version of dc comics lex luthor specifically appeared in the grant morrison graphic novel jla. Lex luthor, cartoon character, an evil genius of the fictional city of metropolis, who is a scientist and business mogul and the archnemesis of superman since his first appearance in dc comics action comics, no. Just as rumors have begun to swirl that jesse eisenbergs lex luthor will don his iconic green and purple powersuit in batman v superman, the comic lex is.
The concept of the two behemoths fighting wasnt foreign to comic book fans, but they too were looking forward to how this version was going to be different than in the comics. Other people may see superman as the greatest hero the world has ever knowna benevolent being with tremendous power, a strange visitor here to help. I would prefer some justice league stories but, i would appreciate any recommended reading. In this way, dc would not have two confusingly similar villains the 1940, golden age, earth2 alexei. An alternate character interpretation of supermans archnemesis, lex luthor.
Its not too tough to make a lex luthor comic character great. However, even with all signs pointing to one emerging as a victor, neither of the two was the true winner. Take charactours quiz to get recommendations for thousands of characters, movies, tv shows, books, and games that are high matches for your unique personality. But lexs persona has changed quite a bit in the almost 75 years since.
Created by jerry siegel and joe shuster, the same team who created superman himself, luthor was an instant success, and. Can anyone help me find a graphic novel of which will help me at least get to tolerate him. All comic book fans know supermans archenemy, luthor, goes back to the very early days, and he was repeadly revised and tinkered with before he became the great villain he is today. Original female characters attempted sexual assault. From a young age, lex utilized his almost unparalleled acumen to build himself a financial empire through hard work and dedicationbut mainly through the strategic use of intimidation, bribery and murder. Following an absence of several years from comics, luthor returns as a villain. Man of steel later collected as simply luthor is a fiveissue monthly american comic book limited series written by brian azzarello and illustrated by lee bermejo, which features supermans nemesis lex luthor as the protagonist it explores luthors motivations behind being a constant foe to the man of steel inside a city that has largely embraced him. In most versions of the superman mythos, she is the sister of supermans nemesis lex luthor. Most people only knew the more serious, intimidating, masculine, and stocky lex luthor from the animated series and also from the majority of superman comics. Alexander luthor earth 3 dc comics character profile. The character was ranked 4th on igns list of the top 100 comic book villains of all time and as the 8th greatest villain by wizard on its 100 greatest villains of.
Lois lane and clark kent investigate, which results in lois being kidnapped. Luthor is the archenemy of superman, though given his high status as a supervillain, he has also come into conflict with batman. Lionel, with many of the same characteristics that lexs comic book counterpart has. Lex luthor, supermans archnemesis, is one of the most brilliant men alive, whose hatred of interfering aliens pushes him down the path of a sociopath. His brain is more than a match for supermans brawn, and hes crossed paths with every superhero in the dc universe. A selfmade man whose immeasurable intellect is always in conflict with his equally immeasurable ego, lex luthor is one of the worlds most brilliant minds and most famous villains. It is a fitting summation of luthors character that the fact that he goes on to be revered as as the most brilliant man in history and that his legacy outlasts that of superman. Fresh off his dynamic run on superman, brian azzarello teams up with lee bermejo batmandeathblow for a bold story in which readers get a glimpse into the mind of lex luthor. Lex luthor originally appeared in action comics no.
Lena luthor is a fictional comic book character in dc comics. Alexei luthor precrisis dc comics character profile. In the story, the character gwynplaine is a disfigured actor who learns he is actually the son of a baron. Lex luthor, supermans archnemesis, is one of the most brilliant men alive, whose hatred of interfering aliens pushes him down the path of a. I wanna be able to say oh yeah lex luthor hes kinda cool. The other character that really rocks here is luthor. He goes from his sociopathic best right off the bat, threatening to throw a business rival from a helicopter, to by the end of the issue stepping up to the plate when he realises the world might actually need the alien hes tried so desperately to kill in the past. Lex luthor golden age comics 19381955 for sale ebay. I wanna punch myself in the face when i hear his name. This dc comics multiverse collection returns to dawn of justice, bringing back the character of lex luthor as an action figure. Written by roger stern and louise simonson, with art by june brigman, jackson guice, denis rodier and dennis janke.
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