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Film · Action, Adventure, Science Fiction

Superman (1978)

★ 7.2 · 4,503 votesIMDb★ 7.4 · 209,807 votes2 h 24 minAction, Science Fiction1978

You'll believe a man can fly.

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.

Director
Richard Donner
Writers
Robert Benton, Mario Puzo, David Newman
Country
United States
Language
English
Release date
December 14, 1978

Superman was released on December 14, 1978. Where to watch in United States: HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, and HBO Max (subscription).

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Superman cast

  • Christopher ReeveSuperman / Clark Kent
  • Margot KidderLois Lane
  • Gene HackmanLex Luthor
  • Marlon BrandoJor-El
  • Ned BeattyOtis
  • Jackie CooperPerry White
  • Glenn FordPa Kent
  • Trevor Howard1st Elder
  • Jack O'HalloranNon
  • Valerie PerrineEve Teschmacher
  • Maria SchellVond-Ah
  • Terence StampGeneral Zod
  • Phyllis ThaxterMa Kent
  • Susannah YorkLara
  • Jeff EastYoung Clark Kent
  • Marc McClureJimmy Olsen
  • Sarah DouglasUrsa
  • Harry Andrews2nd Elder
  • Diane Sherry CaseLana Lang
  • Vass Anderson3rd Elder
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