Excitedly, as the Superman movie by James Gunn and Warner Bros. continues to dominate the domestic box office, I can’t help but feel the buzz around DC Comics integrating one of the film’s hilarious moments into their universe. One recurring joke in the film is Clark Kent trying to shake off his Boy Scout persona by claiming he’s a fan of punk music, naming off his favorite bands. Interestingly, one of these bands is the fictional The Mighty Crabjoys, which Lois Lane swiftly dismisses as mediocre. This joke builds upon an earlier scene where Lois brings Superman back to his childhood home, where he recuperates from Kryptonite poisoning in his boyhood bedroom. As a fan, I can’t wait to see how this humorous touch adds to the storyline in future DC Comics content!
In a casual and straightforward manner: Lois notices a poster of the band Mighty Crabjoys, which showcases its supposed members donning extravagant punk attire and striking bold poses. The poster embodies the kitschy aspect of punk rock, mirroring Superman’s sincere character. In the upcoming issue of Superman #28, comic creators Joshua Williamson and Dan Mora appear to appreciate the humor, as another Mighty Crabjoys poster is found in Clark Kent’s childhood room once more.
Comics Superman is Also a Fan of The Mighty Crabjoys
In a three-page sneak peek of Superman #28, we see the superhero going about his ordinary life. The last page in the preview shows Superman returning to Smallville, where he looks at his Legion ring in his room. Interestingly, a poster for The Mighty Crabjoys can be spotted in one of the panels, but it bears little resemblance to the poster from the movie. Unlike the film’s portrayal of the fictional band as a silly punk rock group, this comic’s poster appears to have no connection with the band depicted in the film. Instead, it seems more like an anime-style poster, drawing inspiration from Dragon Ball, rather than a punk rock band.
In this scenario, Mora might have initially designed a poster inspired by an anime that Clark was fond of, and later added “Mighty Crabjoys” to it. The backstory within the universe suggests that the Mighty Crabjoys commissioned artwork for their album cover, which resembles Dragon Ball-style art. While it seems unusual for a punk rock band to be associated with Dragon Ball, many artists and bands often create unique artwork for album covers. Interestingly, as of Superman #28, The Mighty Crabjoys have been officially recognized in DC Comics’ universe, sharing the same origin story in both the comics and Gunn’s film.
Although the band, known as The Mighty Crabjoys, no longer exists, James Gunn collaborated with Eric Nally and Devin Williams to pen a song for them titled “The Mighty Crabjoys Theme.” This track is the last one on the Superman (2025) album, offering an emotional rock interpretation of the sensation of being an outsider, which resonates with Clark Kent’s experiences throughout the movie. Fans also spotted The Mighty Crabjoys in Gunn’s animated series, Creature Commandos, where Frankenstein’s Monster is depicted wearing a band T-shirt during a flashback scene with The Bride.
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