Superman Was Paralyzed in a Major Comic Storyline
Superman was paralyzed in the 1986 storyline "The Death of Superman" and its follow-up "Funeral for a Friend." During the battle with the villain Doomsday, Superman suffered a broken back. This injury left him unable to walk and required a back brace and crutches for mobility.
He Regained the Ability to Walk
Superman eventually recovered the ability to walk after receiving advanced medical treatment and regaining his powers. The storyline showed him relearning how to move and fight, marking a major turning point in his modern comic history.
Paralysis Is Rare in Most Superman Adaptations
In most movies, TV shows, and animated series, Superman remains fully mobile. The paralysis event is mostly associated with the main DC Comics continuity. Fans can read the original storyline in collected trade paperbacks and digital comics from official publishers.
For more details on the storyline, see the official DC Comics history page at The Death of Superman.
