Add a powerful and historically significant issue to your collection with Action Comics #685, published in 1993 as part of the emotional “Funeral for a Friend” storyline following The Death of Superman. This issue captures the world’s reaction to Superman’s loss and the heroes who rise to carry on his legacy.
The cover is especially iconic, featuring Supergirl lifting a car in a direct homage to the legendary Action Comics #1 debut cover—making it a standout piece for collectors and fans of Superman history. Notably, this issue does not feature Superman himself, emphasizing the impact of his absence and the ripple effect across the DC Universe.
Written by Roger Stern with artwork by Jackson Guice and Denis Rodier, the issue delivers a compelling blend of emotion and action during one of DC’s most memorable story arcs.
With its homage cover, major storyline significance, and strong creative team, this comic is a must-have for collectors of Superman titles and key 1990s DC issues.
Key Details:
- Title: Action Comics
- Issue Number: #685
- Publisher: DC Comics
- Publication Year: 1993
- Story Title: “Funeral for a Friend/2”
- Story Arc: Funeral for a Friend (Post–Death of Superman)
- Writer: Roger Stern
- Artists: Jackson Guice (Pencils), Denis Rodier (Inks)
- Featured Character: Supergirl
- Key Feature: Homage cover to Action Comics #1 (Supergirl lifting car)
- Notable Fact: Superman does not appear in this issue
- Collector Appeal: Iconic homage cover and key storyline placement
Action Comics #685 (1993) is a memorable and visually iconic collectible, combining emotional storytelling, a legendary cover homage, and its place within one of DC’s most important Superman storylines.
