DC Released April 1961

Action Comics #275 (1961)

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Action Comics #275 is an issue of the Action Comics series from DC, released April 1, 1961. Written by Jerry Coleman with artwork by Curt Swan. Notable appearances include Kryptonite, Superman. This page represents the regular first-print edition.

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Published April 1961
Pages 32

The Menace of Red-Green Kryptonite! (Superman) -- 2. Ma and Pa Kent Adopt Supergirl! (Supergirl)

Key Facts

  • First mention of Superman's Heat Vision power - previous issues demonstrated his X-Ray vision having powers to melt glaciers
  • Debut of Red/Green Kryptonite - causes mutations including an extra eye on the back of Superman's head

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Cover art for Action Comics #275
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