The Oz Effect #1-#5 - The Return of Jor-El (Lenticular Covers)

The Oz Effect is one of the most gripping Superman story arcs in recent years — a five-part saga that shatters everything Clark Kent thought he knew about his past, his family, and his place in the universe. When the mysterious figure known only as Mr. Oz begins manipulating world events from the shadows, Superman races to uncover his true identity and motives. But nothing can prepare him for the shocking revelation: Mr. Oz is none other than Jor-El — Superman’s long-lost father, somehow alive and deeply disillusioned.

Storyline

Across these five powerful issues, writer Dan Jurgens and artist Viktor Bogdanovic deliver a story that blends emotional intensity with global stakes. As Mr. Oz enacts a plan to “save” humanity by controlling it, Superman faces a moral crisis: how do you fight a man who believes he’s saving the world — and who also happens to be your father?

From the chaos of war-torn nations to the quiet heartbreak of the Kent family, The Oz Effect explores legacy, faith, and the dangerous line between hope and despair. The tension builds to a dramatic confrontation between father and son that will redefine what Superman stands for.

Key Highlights

• First full appearance of Jor-El as Mr. Oz.
• Ties directly into DC’s “Rebirth” continuity, setting up the road to Doomsday Clock.
• Emotional storytelling paired with bold, cinematic artwork.
• A must-have for Superman fans and collectors of pivotal DC arcsS.

Collects

• Action Comics #987–991
  (The Oz Effect, Parts 1–5)