Fathers of comics: Jor-El

To belatedly celebrate Father's Day we're posting on some of comics famous Fathers. Today, it's Superman's daddy, Jor-El. Although Jor-El was lost with Krypton's destruction, his message found his way to Superman in comics and in film. Portrayed first on film by Marlon Brando in the incomparable Superman: The Movie, and later in fine fashion by Russell Crowe in Man of Steel, Jor-El has always been the quintessential father figure.

Here are some cool Jor-El collectibles.

Jor-El's First Appearance, More Fun Comics #101 (1945)

More Fun Comics #101

You will not find this issue cheaply or easily, a key comic from the Golden Age of DC.

Superman #146 (1961)

Superman #146

A great Superman origin issue that tells the story of Jor-El and Superman's send off from Krypton. An ungraded copy in decent shape will set you back about $80 on eBay or at a comic shop.

Jor-El Statue by DC Direct (2013)

Jor-El statue by DC Direct

This 1:6 scale statue of Jor-El as seen in Man of Steel is mostly sold out online but not hard to find on eBay. Will run you about $100 or so.

Mego Pocket Superheroes 3.75" Jor-El Figure (1979)

Pocket Super Heroes Jor-El Figure by Mego

These great Mego figures were the size of GI Joes and Star Wars figures. More action figure and less doll than the original Megos. A carded Jor-El goes for about $60 on eBay if you can find one.