Summary
Alex Ross and Jim Lee’s unforgettableBatmanandSupermanart is returning in a new comic release and giving fans an exclusive opportunity to own a piece of comic book history. Below are the full details of how fans can get their hands on a copy, as well as a preview of the art.
Nearly a decade ago,Jim Lee and Alex Rossset the DC fandom aflame with their Batman and Superman art collaboration. Now, this classic illustration is returning as a San Diego Comic-Con 2024 exclusive variant cover for Mark Waid and Dan Mora’sBatman / Superman: World’s Finest#29.
The issue is officially set for release on July 01, 2025. However, fans looking to get their hands on the SDCC 2024 exclusive areencouraged to preorder their copy on Tuesday, July 16, at 3 PM Eastern Time. It’s important to note that this is a highly limited online pre-order, so fans are also encouraged to join the waitlist.
Iconic Batman and Superman Cover Art by Jim Lee and Alex Ross Returns for San Diego Comic-Con 2024
Pencils by Jim Lee
The SDCC Comic-Con 2024 Exclusive ofWorld’s Finest#29 will be available atSan Diego Comic-ConBooth #2415 andonline at AlexRossArt.com. This highly anticipated cover comes in three formats: Unsigned ($40), Signed ($80), and the prestigious CGC Signature Series 9.8 ($250). Both Signed and CGC editions include a Certificate of Authenticity and bear Alex Ross’s signature.Given the legendary talent behind this cover, it is poised to become a coveted collector’s item, destined to be sought after for years to come.
Jim Lee provides the pencils, while Alex Ross contributes the painting, together bringing the Dark Knight and Man of Steel to life in their classic costumes, poised and ready for action. This art piece stands out due to Lee’s dynamic and highly detailed line work, which adds a sense of realism and energy, making his style a fan favorite. Ross’s instantly recognizable hyper-realistic, painterly approach further enhances the illustration. This stunning cover exemplifies why Lee and Ross are celebrated as two of the greatest comic artists of all time.
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Cover Art by Jim Lee, Scott Williams, and Alex Sinclair for Batman #612 (2003)
With Jim Lee and Alex Ross’s Batman and Superman art making a comeback after so many years, it’s intriguing to ponder if these two have any new collaborations lined up, possibly to be announced at this year’s SDCC. While hopeful thinking, it feels overdue for these two legends to reunite. Fans already cherish their classic Superman and Batman cover, but envisioning them working on another iconic hero duo like Wally West’s Flash and Nightwing, or even Batgirl and Supergirl, would be truly epic. Regardless, fans can appreciate their existingSupermanandBatmancover, even if no new projects are on the horizon.
Batman / Superman: World’s Finest #29is available July 07, 2025, from DC Comics!
Batman
One of DC’s most iconic heroes, Batman is the vigilante superhero persona of billionaire Bruce Wayne. Forged by tragedy with the death of his parents, Bruce dedicated his life to becoming the world’s leading martial artist, detective, and tactician. Recruiting an entire family of allies and sidekicks, Bruce wages war on evil as the dark knight of his hometown, Gotham City.
Superman
The icon who launched the entire world of superheroes, the last son of Krypton escaped his dying world to crash land on Earth and be raised as Clark Kent. The world knows him better as Superman, the Man of Steel, the leader of the Justice League, and the most well-known hero in the DC Comics Universe. Blessed with the powers of a demigod, Kal-El of Krypton fights enemies both small and cosmic in his endless pursuit of truth, justice, and a better tomorrow.
