Superman: The Mummy Strikes, Superman (Fleischer) 1943 Color

A prominent Egyptologist is found dead in the tomb of an ancient Egyptian king, and his assistant is mistakenly convicted of the crime. Clark Kent is summoned by one of the dead professor's colleagues to try to find the truth of the matter. Lois Lane, who is, as always, hoping to scoop his story, follows him. Clark discovers what really killed the professor, but, in so doing, accidentally awakens the ancient, giant mummies who guard the tomb. He has to become Superman to save Lois and the professor. Initial release: February 19, 1943 Director: Isadore Sparber Distributed by: Paramount Pictures Animation by: Myron Waldman; Graham Place