Off My Mind: Should Lois Lane Get Her Own Series?

Hell yes. I would kill to see Lois Lane ongoing. And kill again for Marvel to counter it with J. Jonah Jameson ongoing.

Really?

i wouldnt read it but im sure there will be ppl who will...i may read it if she gets some kind of power or becomes a hero without powers...2 me a journalist isnt very very interestin 2 read bout

yes

I'll let my latest review for an issue of Superman's Girl Friend Lois Lane speak for itself on this topic.

Too bad they're doing away with back up stories, this would be pretty good.

I think it would be at least worth a mini-series. Lois Lane is a pretty amazing character, I would read it for sure!

The appeal of "classic" Lois Lane IMHO is her charm.  She was coy, clever, sly, ambitious, driven, charming, etc.  Contemporary Lois is dour and uninteresting.  I have very little interest in this idea at all.  How long before the title is sucked into company x-overs, etc.?  Meh.  Like we need more of that...
 
I'll just go read the old LL comics collections and enjoy! 

I'd read it, but I probably wouldn't buy it =P

I don't care about Superman's stories...why would I care about his dames?

She should, but I must admit I wouldn't read it unless I got an incentive. I'd rather read Jimmy Olsen.

So basically, DC's version of Alias.
 
It could be superb.

it would be an interesting take on Superman lore...

Um no!

" @Supreme Marvel said:

"Greg Rucka would be great at writing her. And yes, I would like to see more of her, HER, not the shadow of Superman. The feisty, head strong version. "

you took the words right out of my mouth.  If she's going to be going after these stories who better to assist her than Renee Montoya? "

Def not..

Yeah, why not? What is she doing when Superman's not around? They never show her own life, just make her a cameo for Superman. It would be great!

less jimmy olsen and more daily planet. something like gotham central.

NO!!! I can't stand that stupid skank. SHE NEEDS TO DIE.

" NO!!! I can't stand that stupid skank. SHE NEEDS TO DIE. "

Nope. Would rather have Linda Park West or Iris  Allen have their own series.  
Why on EARTH are there so many reporter super-hero wives? 
 
If Sue Dibny was still alive she would be perfect for her own series.

I'd definitely pick up a one-shot or potentially a little mini-series.

meh, pass.

Didn't read the comments, forgive me if I repeat anyone... 
 
While Lois' career as an investigative journalist could certainly carry a series as well as any detective character, I think it's arguable whether she deserves her own series.  Award winning top flight journalist is part of her character that we've always known, but we've also always had to accept that she couldn't figure out on her own that Clark Kent was Superman.  The cover of her shocked face as Clark takes off his glasses stands out in my mind here. 
 
It's a small quibble, to be sure, as Lois' credentials and savvy have been well established before and after the big reveal, but still, should she really have her own series?  She's one of the greatest of supporting characters, but I don't always think it's a great idea to spotlight supporting characters in their own series.  Lex Luthor's a villain, and that's a little bit different animal (although personally, I don't like villains getting series either).

no never.

" Why on EARTH are there so many reporter super-hero wives?"

Could be neat.

" @caesarsghost said:

" This is a fantastic idea- she is a complex character with a rich mythos who does not get nearly enough attention in current comics.   Of course she can be exciting enough to have her own series! Too far removed from the action? Hardly. She is often at the center of the action, and her exploits could provide rich meat for a more realistic title in DC. "

I explained further that I realize she could be in the mix more but it just wouldn't be very entertaining.I don't want "Single Female Lawyer" the comic if you get what I mean.I don't want a procedural journalist comic and if I did want that I would just read more Marvel books (Single Gamma Lawyer).This is just my male-18-30-superheroes-as-wish-fulfillment opinion.I bet you think you would like it but once it happened you would realize it just isn't worth not picking up something else to get a Lois Lane comic although I would probably rather read it than say The Outsiders currently. "

Sorry but no, I don't think you could do enough with her to please people month to month. Just my opinion though

" Lois Lane needs to die and Superman needs to hook up with Wonder Woman. "

Thanks! But we already have Desprate Housewives!

YES, and WHY NOT?

 
Sure, but I likely won't be buying it.

What if they made it into a series like Marvels? That could be interesting. 
 
...and knowing DC would probably never happen.

" as much as i like Lois no "

I agree she should get her own series again.

I feel like I would really be interested in a series just about her. Sure, we can have the Superman side all the time, but I'd like to see the Lois side once in a while.

What would it be about?  And honestly, if Clark is involved in any way, he'll probably end up stealing the spotlight...   she deserves one no doubt, but i just dont see any success to it.

To be fair, Lois Lane is arguably a more interesting character than Superman (which is a melting point for a debate, obviously).  The big problem I always have with her; you have this outstandingly strong, aggressive journalist and yet she ALWAYS HAS to get saved by Superman.  What a blasted cliche' and gender critique that turns out to be.  This woman who, by our social standards and in the more recent Lois Lane incarcerations, would be a sizable woman and a famous journalist deserves to have an independent and unique identity carved for herself.  She also never compromises her sexuality like many other scantily-clad super-women do.  That being said, she's ideal for a damn good writer to take on and present in an enlightening new way.  In a lot of cases you could take the action scenes out of certain good Batman stories and still have a great book.  Why not do a great investigative-journalist style book with Lois?  Maybe just a limited series, but something to give her credence more than just Superman's bone, right?    .     

really?  this is on your mind?  who the hell wants to read about Lois Lane?

I think this is a great idea. I expect a level of adventure but also being able to see a superhero's world through civilian eyes adds a whole dimension to it that is seldom given credit for. Girlfriends can come off as accessories but I've found types like Lois, Gwen Stacy, and MJ to be equally as compelling and important as the men they're with because these heroes, these superpowered, super loaded upstanding citizens with all their explosive adventures gain so much from those they love and it's important to spotlight them as individuals because of this.
 
Where would Peter Parker be without the Gwen Stacy tragedy? What would he be without his love for MJ? What would Clark be without Lois to anchor him into humanity and tell it to him like it is? That image of Superman saving her is iconic not because Superman has the strength and speed to accomplish it but because he loves Lois enough to do it for her every time. Lois, Gwen, MJ, they're not instruments to inspire pathos or create storylines- they're an extension of the mythology that could definitely benefit that mythology if given some meatier stories. 
 
Lois could totally have some awesome adventures that call for her intellect and resourcefulness as well as her assertiveness to pull through. She has a strong will and a noble heart, not to mention she's an absolute delight to watch because she has a believable and human charm. 
 
All anyone would have to do to make a good Lois Lane story is imagine- the possibilities are endless.