DC Comics is cranking up the volume to kick off the new year in style. Fans of both superheroes and punk rock are in for a treat as the publisher merges two cultural powerhouses with bold artistic crossover variant covers. The upcoming variant cover initiative reimagines DC’s most iconic heroes through the gritty, rebellious lens of punk culture, complete with mohawks, ripped denim, and defiant energy. You can check out the official details and cover below.

Superman Unlimited #9 – Mike Allred.
Justice League Unlimited #15 – Dan Hipp.

DC Comics Unleashes Punk Rock Variant Covers in January 2026 Featuring Superman, Supergirl, and more

DC Comics is kicking off 2026 with a six-string scream. This January, DC will publish a set of punk rock-themed variant covers across six comic book titles that feature Superman, Supergirl, and more, each one a rebellious remix of the Man (and Woman) of Tomorrow, brought to life by some of comics’ most fearless artists.

From safety pins to zine-style slogans, these comic book covers channel the raw energy, DIY spirit, and anti-establishment ethos of punk rock, all while celebrating the enduring power of Superman, Supergirl, and their allies to stand up, speak out, and fight for what’s right. Kindness is the new punk rock!

Action Comics #1094 – Annie Wu.
Supergirl #9 – Marguerite Sauvage

DC’s Punk Rock Variant Cover Lineup:

  • Action Comics #1094 – Annie Wu turns up the distortion with a punk-rock Superboy thrashing an electric guitar mid-solo, amps blazing and attitude dialed to eleven.
  • Superman #34 – Dave Johnson delivers a bold, black-and-white zine-style cover with the rallying cry “Kindness is the new punk rock” scrawled across Superman.
  • Superman Unlimited #9 – Mike Allred goes full anarcho-pop, plastering Superman over a giant anarchy symbol surrounded by safety pins, torn textures, and retro rebellion.
  • Supergirl #9 – Marguerite Sauvage paints Kara Zor-El as a punk heroine: fierce, stylish, and ready to break the mold.
  • Batman/Superman: World’s Finest #47 – Fabrizio De Tommaso captures the duo looking like they just stepped out of a gig and into a showdown.
  • Justice League Unlimited #15 – Dan Hipp transforms Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman into punk rock icons in his signature vibrant style: patched jackets, wild hair, and all the attitude you can handle.
Superman #34 – Dave Johnson.
Batman/Superman: World’s Finest #47 – Fabrizio De Tommaso

These limited-edition “Punk Rock” variant covers will be available at comic shops starting January 2026. Fans should check with their local shops for preorder info as these covers are destined to be collector favorites. Whether you’re a longtime punk, a die-hard DC fan, or just someone who believes in kindness with a side of chaos, this DC variant cover series is for you.

For sneak peeks and updates, visit DC.com and follow @DCOfficial on social media.

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Source: DC Comics