Arts & Entertainment

Superman: Trailer, Ticket Information, Showtimes, Free Stuff

Man of Steel premieres June 14. "Superman Day" freebies on June 12.

Tickets are now on sale for Man of Steel, the latest Superman franchise reboot. The film will open in wide release and IMAX theaters with a special premiere at 12:01 a.m. June 14.

This time around, Superman is played by Henry Cavill (from The Tudors), along with Amy Adams, Kevin Costner, Diane Lane and Russell Crowe. 

The Man of Steel website has tons of features for fans, including a game, glyph generator, pictures and wallpapers.

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In a special promotion, DC Comics will be offering a free Superman comic at most comic book shops on Wednesday, June 12 — dubbed "Superman Day."

All-Star Superman No. 1 is a 2005 comic from acclaimed creative team Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely. Scenes from the comic were reportedly used in the new film. Free promotional bags and posters will also be available.

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DC will also release a brand new series on June 12: Superman Unchained by writer Scott Snyder and artist Jim Lee.

Check with area comic shops for availability, including Painted Visions in Woodbridge.

Freebies will also be available on Saturday, June 15, at more than 1,000 libraries, according to DC. Visitors will receive buttons, bookmarks and Superman comics.

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