Superman

Name: Superman
Director: Richard Donner
Genre: Science Fiction, Action, Adventure
Released: 1978
Duration: 2 h 24 min
Rating: 7.2
Cast: Christopher Reeve, Margot Kidder, Gene Hackman, Marlon Brando, Ned Beatty

You'll believe a man can fly.

19782h 24m7.2(4,358 votes)

Science FictionActionAdventure

Synopsis

Mild-mannered Clark Kent works as a reporter at the Daily Planet alongside his crush, Lois Lane. Clark must summon his superhero alter-ego when the nefarious Lex Luthor launches a plan to take over the world.

Superman (1978) is a science fiction, action, and adventure film directed by Richard Donner. It stars Christopher Reeve, Margot Kidder, and Gene Hackman. The film runs for 2 hours 24 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 7.2 out of 10 from 4,358 votes.

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Director

Richard Donner

Cast

Christopher Reeve

Superman / Clark Kent

Margot Kidder

Lois Lane

Gene Hackman

Lex Luthor

Marlon Brando

Jor-El

Ned Beatty

Otis

Jackie Cooper

Perry White

Glenn Ford

Pa Kent

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Where can I watch Superman?

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Who stars in Superman?

Superman stars Christopher Reeve, Margot Kidder, Gene Hackman, and Marlon Brando, and was directed by Richard Donner.

How long is Superman?

Superman has a runtime of 2 hours 24 minutes.

When did Superman come out?

Superman was released in 1978.

What genre is Superman?

Superman is a science fiction, action, and adventure film.

Is Superman worth watching?

Superman holds an average audience score of 7.2 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.