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If you missed our interview with Marc Tyler Nobelman, author of Boys of Steel – The Creators of Superman, you might want to check that out before submitting your caption to our latest caption contest. Why? Because it’s Marc’s cartoon and he’ll be the one judging your captions and selecting the 10 finalists for this month’s contest. From those 10, the three who receive the most votes will receive copies of Marc’s Superman book… so you stand a better chance if you know where he’s coming from.
To repeat the rules, the idea here is quite simple: Your job is to come up with a gag. Make us smile, make us laugh, extra-points for those who are able to drop some interesting fact or trivia along the way. Have at it! The contest will run through the end of the weekend.
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While attending Comic-Con, Sam’s luggage was stolen.
posted by Kosmo on 9-4-2008 at 5:41 am
“Yes, it’s very recognizable, but I’m afraid I still need to see some identification.”
posted by Dwane Lay on 9-4-2008 at 5:51 am
“…and by sitting in the exit row, you indicate that you feel comfortable assisting others in the case of an emergency, correct?”
posted by Dwane Lay on 9-4-2008 at 5:54 am
“I’m sorry sir, but you will have to check your cape. After your 18 hour cavity search, you will be x-rayed, detained for further questioning without being lawfully able to know why and possibly taken to a remote Caribbean Island where you will live out the rest of your days in dank circumstances without ever seeing your family again. Oh, you have no family? Died in a cataclysmic planetary explosion? I’m so sorry. Step this way please.”
The attendant snaps on a rubber glove.
posted by Benjamin M. Strozykowski on 9-4-2008 at 5:58 am
Superman finally ran out of gas… I hope that the sensors don’t go off for the “Man of Steel!”
posted by Miss Nae on 9-4-2008 at 6:17 am
“No, I don’t need a ticket- I just want to check my luggage. Do you have any idea how much air drag they create trying to carry them at 12,000 feet?”
posted by joanna on 9-4-2008 at 6:20 am
Where to I apply for the x-ray inspection job?
posted by Rob on 9-4-2008 at 6:25 am
Needless to say Bill’s career as a U.S. Marshall did not last long.
posted by Rob on 9-4-2008 at 6:31 am
Fighting depression from seeing crime day in and day out, Superman just wanted to see the friendly skies.
posted by Rob on 9-4-2008 at 6:36 am
I’m meeting the President this afternoon and I just got the cape dry-cleaned.
posted by Craig on 9-4-2008 at 6:57 am
“Welcome to Kryptonite Airlines, sir. How may we help you?”
posted by FishFearMe on 9-4-2008 at 7:15 am
“$50 to check extra luggage? Does it look like I carry a wallet? Nevermind… I’ll just fly on my own”
posted by Q on 9-4-2008 at 7:26 am
“Well Mr. Kent/Man of Steel, I’m afraid your apparent identity crisis will carry a charge beyond the normal emotional baggage allowance…”
posted by BrianBcn on 9-4-2008 at 7:29 am
“Your name is Kal-el? Is that middle-eastern? Please wait here for security.”
posted by rta on 9-4-2008 at 7:29 am
“Errr, Joe, better call security. Here comes another one of those illegal aliens”.
posted by Mikey on 9-4-2008 at 7:43 am
“Fly? No. But I can leap over tall buildings.”
posted by Brittany on 9-4-2008 at 7:51 am
The FAA has become so strict that even Superman has bent to their will to set an example for others.
posted by Kosmo on 9-4-2008 at 8:08 am
I’m sorry Mr El but the rules are quite clear Mr Kent has to claim his own bags. As for a phone booth, two words, cell phone
posted by asa on 9-4-2008 at 8:16 am
We return to our hero…
After a long night of drinking, The Caped Crusader finds himself in Idaho and too hung over to fly home.
On the plus side, no luggage to check.
posted by Gary on 9-4-2008 at 8:18 am
“We are all booked, but you can try Conehead Airlines over there to your right.”
posted by Joshua on 9-4-2008 at 8:25 am
What? I’m tired!
posted by Bill on 9-4-2008 at 8:38 am
Per Section 3.459: A member of the Air Marshall program should be dressed as to not attract undue attention. Please return to the phone booth and change your tights.
OR
Sorry sir, you’re an Air Marshall not Superman.
OR
No we do NOT allow skydiving in just tights and cape.
posted by Julia on 9-4-2008 at 8:39 am
OK, I get the fuel surcharge fee, the baggage handling fee, even the extra bag of nuts fee. But I absolutely draw the line at the cape and boots fee.
posted by Steve F. on 9-4-2008 at 8:40 am
“Let’s see: young, single, white male, traveling alone, no luggage. Sir, you’re going to have to wait for security. You might pose a terror threat.”
posted by Liz on 9-4-2008 at 8:51 am
One of your planes was tailgating me and I would like to file a complaint.
posted by Rob on 9-4-2008 at 8:57 am
I’m not sure you understand, sir. Frequent flier miles are only accumulated on *aircraft* assisted flights.
posted by Kyla on 9-4-2008 at 9:25 am
For the last time, sir, your frequent flier miles are no good here!
posted by DW on 9-4-2008 at 9:29 am
My eyes?!?! I can’t take my eyes on the plane?!?! They are NOT concealed weapons!!
posted by Heather Dawn on 9-4-2008 at 9:29 am
“Look, I came to Alaska to get away from it all. No one told me about the thirty days of night and now I just want to go home.”
posted by Aaron on 9-4-2008 at 9:31 am
Kyla, you beat me to it. Damn that Recatcha.
posted by DW on 9-4-2008 at 9:32 am
The FAA said that I have to file flight plan…where do I do that?
posted by Heather Dawn on 9-4-2008 at 9:44 am
Superman’s reputation as a green crusader came to an abrupt halt.
posted by Jonathan on 9-4-2008 at 10:01 am
“Why yes, I am a frequent flyer”.
posted by mike d on 9-4-2008 at 10:05 am
Super man costume -$75
Airline ticket -$150
1,000 Gummi Worms -$200
Best practical joke ever – Priceless
posted by Rob on 9-4-2008 at 10:11 am
“No, I don’t have any baggage. You’re thinking of Batman.”
posted by Matt on 9-4-2008 at 10:38 am
Sorry, citizen, i have to say it. You’re doing it wrong.
posted by Randy on 9-4-2008 at 10:46 am
You’re doing it wrong.
posted by randy on 9-4-2008 at 10:48 am
Just one way please. I flew here with Wonder Woman but she can’t remember where she parked her invisible jet.
posted by wheel on 9-4-2008 at 10:54 am
“I’m sorry , sir. We have nothing available over the wings. Er..you did want that inside the plane, right?”
posted by JaneM on 9-4-2008 at 11:03 am
Can you help me get my shoes back? They took them when I went through security.
posted by KJ on 9-4-2008 at 11:18 am
“Is it possible to get a Kosher meal on this flight?”
posted by Heather on 9-4-2008 at 11:19 am
“So I’m here for the opening you guys placed in the classifides…they said gas prices were skyrocketing”
posted by Mike G. on 9-4-2008 at 11:21 am
I am looking into a career change. Is your airline interested in reaching 100% on-time arrival for all your planes? I could throw in some early arrivals as a perk. Let me work up a proposal and powerpoint.
posted by christina on 9-4-2008 at 11:21 am
Yep. My personal insurance policy requires that I travel first-class on all non-emergency travel or it becomes void.
posted by Christina on 9-4-2008 at 11:30 am
You will not believe the day I’ve had.
posted by Kieran on 9-4-2008 at 11:30 am
“I’m sorry Sir, but you’re on the No-Fly List!”
posted by Sorcerer Mickey on 9-4-2008 at 11:44 am
I missed the plane? Can I just catch up to it en route?
posted by Eric Y. on 9-4-2008 at 12:29 pm
Yes. Metropolis, Illinois. I know, I can’t find it on my map either.
posted by Scott on 9-4-2008 at 12:41 pm
I’m sorry sir, an emblem is not a valid form of identification.
posted by Amanda on 9-4-2008 at 12:43 pm
“Yes, Senator McCain, I still recognize you; and yes, you still have to buy a ticket.”
posted by Alex on 9-4-2008 at 12:51 pm
1. Superman Returns II
“I need to book a red eye to Metropolis.”
2. Superphobias.
“I assure you sir, Snakes On A Plane was just a movie.”
3. “Okay, I am the first to admit that DOOMSDAY may not be the best name for an airline…”
posted by Kevin Bowers on 9-4-2008 at 12:52 pm
Sure, I can fly, but your business class is so comfortable…
posted by Li on 9-4-2008 at 12:58 pm
“Yo, Frankie, the new x-ray guy is here.”
posted by Kevin Bowser on 9-4-2008 at 12:59 pm
I’m sorry, sir, but according to FAA policy I can not divulge Mr. Luthor’s flight information. No exceptions.
posted by Nerak on 9-4-2008 at 1:04 pm
Real quick question, If I am flying by one of your jets and I have to go realllllly bad can I just hop on and use the bathroom?? Its a pain to land and find a nice private spot….you know what I mean.
posted by Angus on 9-4-2008 at 1:19 pm
“I’m sorry sir, but frequent flier miles are non-transferable.”
posted by kent on 9-4-2008 at 1:26 pm
“This is the last time I am going to tell you. Those planes are taking off.
They are not distressed. Stop returning them!”
posted by Kevin Bowers on 9-4-2008 at 1:32 pm
“Sorry Mr. Kal-El, but you appear to be on our No-Fly List, and I hope for your sake “Man of Steel” is just a nickname…”
posted by adrian on 9-4-2008 at 1:37 pm
“Paging Ms. Lois Lane. Please pick up your Super-Hero at the information desk.”
posted by Kevin Bowers on 9-4-2008 at 1:44 pm
“Joe, I’m just not so sure the Pilots Union is going to back you on the new uniform idea.”
posted by Kevin Bowser on 9-4-2008 at 1:49 pm
“With your frequent flier miles, you can travel to the sun and back for free.”
Or
posted by Rory on 9-4-2008 at 2:06 pm
“What about dental?”
posted by Ellen R. on 9-4-2008 at 2:06 pm
“Very impressive Mr. Siegal, now zip it up and have a seat.”
posted by Kevin on 9-4-2008 at 2:09 pm
1. Paging Ms. Lois Lane. Please pick up your Super-Hero at the baggage claim.”
2. Very nice Joe, but I don’t think the Pilots Union is going to approve your new uniform idea.”
posted by Kevin on 9-4-2008 at 2:13 pm
“This is the last time I am going to tell you. Those planes are not distressed. Stop returning them!”
posted by KB on 9-4-2008 at 2:31 pm
After beind grounded by the Feds for a failed cape inspection, Superman realizes that he’s going to be late for his next attmept at saving the world.
posted by Angela on 9-4-2008 at 2:35 pm
Sir, when I asked you to catch the earlier flight, I wasn’t being literal. I’m afraid we don’t offer miles for that.
posted by Chris on 9-4-2008 at 2:37 pm
What happens in Metropolis, stays in Metropolis.
posted by Steinroller on 9-4-2008 at 2:42 pm
“What do you mean the flight is delayed?”
posted by Kelly on 9-4-2008 at 2:47 pm
“I don’t care how expensive fuel is, I refuse to get out and push!”
posted by Ellen R. on 9-4-2008 at 3:02 pm
I just wanted you to know that I’m so above this.
posted by john v on 9-4-2008 at 3:08 pm
The 4th step in Obama’s 3 step Energy Plan.
posted by Ellen R. on 9-4-2008 at 3:16 pm
Even Superman tries to support the lagging airline industry by paying full price for a seat and traveling with no luggage.
posted by Miss Priss on 9-4-2008 at 3:35 pm
1. “Any flights to the Antarctic? I need to get back to my Fortress of Solitude to feed Krypto.”
2. “Listen buddy, I don’t care who you are, but you can’t pay with a Kryptonian Express card. Frankly, it sounds made up.”
3. “Sir, I know you’re in a hurry, but there were people in front of you. I stress the word ‘were.’”
posted by Kosmo on 9-4-2008 at 4:13 pm
“Does Mr. Sienfeld know you are using his American Express?”
posted by Kevin on 9-4-2008 at 4:18 pm
Superman had a long talk with the airliners over their new shuttle-launch plane that he had to save in his last movie.
posted by Sillstaw on 9-4-2008 at 4:27 pm
“Yeah, yeah, Truth, Justice, and the American way. It’s still $15.00 to check a bag.”
posted by Kevn on 9-4-2008 at 4:27 pm
“Oh yeah, I can fly. It’s that damn Aquaman that can’t fly. Stupid Super Friends reunion.”
posted by Kevin on 9-4-2008 at 4:31 pm
“yeah, yeah, I get it. Truth, Justice, and the American way. But you’re still going to have to pay $15.00 for the extra luggage.”
posted by Kevin on 9-4-2008 at 5:04 pm
“I can assure you Superman that it is not a bird. It is a plane.”
posted by Kevin on 9-4-2008 at 5:54 pm
What do you mean my frequent flier miles have expired… Do you know who I am!?
posted by PointSpecial on 9-4-2008 at 6:11 pm
I’m sorry Kal-El. Your name has been registered on the Federal No-Fly List.
posted by Josh on 9-4-2008 at 7:13 pm
- well the last place I saw Flight 19 was just north of Bermuda…
- true north or magnetic north?
- they’re the same in that area!
posted by johnson on 9-4-2008 at 7:39 pm
Herbert couldn’t wait to try out his brilliant scheme to avoid the extra charge for a blanket.
posted by PartiallyDeflected on 9-4-2008 at 7:39 pm
“I am sorry, Mr. Man, but if you want to put your big “S” on the plane then you will have to buy another ticket.”
posted by Scott1 on 9-4-2008 at 8:37 pm
Ohhhhhhh. I thought the TSA said there was “no ’s’ cape in here.” Nevermind.
posted by Scott1 on 9-4-2008 at 8:43 pm
“Look! I’ve been waiting in this big “s” line all day for you to get off yours and give me some service!”
posted by Scott1 on 9-4-2008 at 8:46 pm
Well, no, lady. It isn’t “pocket change” if you don’t have any flippin’ pockets!
posted by Scott1 on 9-4-2008 at 8:52 pm
For the last time, sir, the airline policy states that if you want your “S” on the next flight then your dumb “S” will have to buy a ticket first.
posted by Scott1 on 9-4-2008 at 8:59 pm
“Hmmph,..I invented the Mile High Club sweetheart.”
posted by KB on 9-4-2008 at 10:41 pm
“7 bucks for a pillow? You think I’m made of money? Sorry, Jet Blue, I’ll just use my cape!”
posted by Amy on 9-4-2008 at 11:18 pm
Oops! That should be BLANKET in the above entry, as in:
“7 bucks for a blanket? You think I’m made of money? Sorry, Jet Blue, I’ll just use my cape!”
posted by Amy on 9-4-2008 at 11:21 pm
“Have you any positions open for an airmail clerk?”
posted by Amy on 9-4-2008 at 11:27 pm
Yeah, yeah… I know everyone has problems, but does YOUR brother have to support you?
posted by Amy on 9-4-2008 at 11:32 pm
Sorry sir, but all illegal aliens must be deported
posted by Brian on 9-4-2008 at 11:42 pm
Jimmy Olsen hopes that his ruse is not discovered by the fact that he may be a bit late in saving the day.
posted by Kevin on 9-5-2008 at 12:54 am
Once Lex Luthor got a strangle hold on the airline companies, not even the Man of Steel could withstand the horror of having to pay 5 @#$%#$ dollars for heaphones.
posted by heather on 9-5-2008 at 2:34 am
*headphones
bah, I need to sleep…
Joe thought his day started out odd, but he had no idea how weird things would get once the rest of the Justice League started arguing over who had to sit next to Aquaman.
posted by heather on 9-5-2008 at 2:40 am
I’m going to see the president and I just had the cape dry-cleaned,
posted by Craig on 9-5-2008 at 7:08 am
excuse me… mam… is this where I need to get my passport stamped?
posted by timR on 9-5-2008 at 8:16 am
What do you mean…$25 fee for carrying my “package” on the plane?
posted by timR on 9-5-2008 at 8:19 am
Yes, my legal name is Man O. Steel. Stop giving me that look. Bad kitty! Sorry, my cat gives me that look and, yes, his name is Kal-El.
Why was my flight canceled? Lex Luther was causing a disturbance on the flight? He has a private jet! Yes I understand that he has unlimited wealth, hates me, and would do anything to – Oh.
Mothertruckineverlovindogpunch! I don’t curse.
posted by Taryn on 9-5-2008 at 10:33 am
I don’t know why…my therapist said give it a try after our last session. Something about a dose of reality.
posted by christina on 9-5-2008 at 11:51 am
“Actually, that’s a common misconception. ‘Faster than a speeding bullet. More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap tall buildings in a single bound.’ Nothing in there about flying.”
posted by Samantha on 9-5-2008 at 12:30 pm
woman: ” Dont you Fly?”
superman: “No, I am Bazarro Suoerman!”
posted by JenniferRobyn on 9-5-2008 at 12:40 pm
Pardon me, ma’am, but where is the Super man’s Room?
posted by FishFearMe on 9-5-2008 at 6:43 pm
“I’d appreciate if we kept this little problem of getting it up between you and me.”
posted by Lee Roy on 9-6-2008 at 11:03 am
“I must have got a bad cape. It always worked fine in the movie.”
posted by Jim on 9-6-2008 at 11:23 am
Honestly! I AM the pilot!
posted by Maz on 9-6-2008 at 11:38 am
yes, ma’am, I am faster than a speeding bullet and you’re usually not on time but I want to sit for a change while I travel………..
posted by olal on 9-6-2008 at 11:43 am
what do you mean you’re not comfortable with the responsibilties of sitting in the emergency row?
posted by diane brawner on 9-6-2008 at 1:50 pm
I need a to rent a plane for a few hours. Why? Because I need some rest and no one will ever expect to find me on a plane.
posted by Terry on 9-6-2008 at 2:06 pm
I am sorry miss. You are only suppose to call me if there is an emergency. And that guy next to you who won’t stop staring is not an emergency.
posted by Terry on 9-6-2008 at 2:11 pm
“let me see, regular lane, express lane,Lois Lane…”
posted by william on 9-6-2008 at 3:24 pm
“I was wondering if i could cash in my frequent flier miles here?”
posted by Schweffy on 9-6-2008 at 3:33 pm
“I knew I should have traveled as Clark Kent while my flying cape is at the cleaners.”
posted by Brian on 9-6-2008 at 3:36 pm
“I’m sorry SuperMan, but this passport belongs to a Clark Kent, and he wears glasses.”
posted by Chris L on 9-6-2008 at 5:30 pm
Seriously, ma’am- does this cape make my “S” look big?
posted by Esto on 9-6-2008 at 9:32 pm
Ma’am, you do realize the potential pop culture repercusions of keeping me grounded? Who’ll be able to say “It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s SUPERMAN!”?
posted by Amy on 9-6-2008 at 11:11 pm
As part of my community service for…..umm…I’ll just say inappropriate use of my xray vision, I have to fly as the outboard engine on a 747 3 times a week to help break America’s dependence on foreign oil.
posted by Kevin S. on 9-7-2008 at 1:17 am
“Yeah I can fly… and leap tall buildings. Which is a lot like flying but different when the story calls for it……….Yes I’ll be flying alone”
posted by Eric on 9-7-2008 at 1:43 am
“No, really sir, what are you doing here?”
posted by John H60 on 9-7-2008 at 6:44 am
“High fuel costs got ya down?”
posted by Jason on 9-7-2008 at 7:52 am
I don’t care if you did catch Stalin and Hitler. Without ID you are not getting on this plane.
posted by Chris on 9-7-2008 at 9:41 am
is there anyone here i can talk to about the fact that your flight patterns are a little too close for comfort to mine?
if one of your planes collides with me…well, let’s just say you’d be lucky i am who i am, at least i could carry the plane in for an easier emergency landing…
posted by paige on 9-7-2008 at 12:23 pm
I guess Muhammad Ali was wrong…
posted by Michaela on 9-7-2008 at 8:53 pm
I’ve fought Lex Luthor, Brainiac,and the Legion of Doom, and none of them were evil enough to charge for checked bags.
posted by Craig Feaster on 9-7-2008 at 9:20 pm
I’ll pay for the upgrade to First Class, but if I have to get out to push, it’s free.
posted by Craig Feaster on 9-7-2008 at 9:23 pm
“My flying license is still pending the FBI clearance.”
posted by L. Fregimus on 9-8-2008 at 1:29 am
I got this cape from my niece’s bed and it does work..
posted by J.C on 9-8-2008 at 2:52 am
“See, you know how to *take* the reservation, you just don’t know how to *hold* the reservation… and that’s really the most important part of the reservation, the holding. Anybody can just take them.”
posted by cobbs on 9-8-2008 at 8:25 am
“See, you know how to *take* the reservation, you just don’t know how to *hold* the reservation and that’s really the most important part of the reservation, the holding. Anybody can just take them.”
posted by cobbs on 9-8-2008 at 8:30 am