Superman
"You'll believe a man can fly."
Originally released in 1978. Superman is a science fiction/action film. directed by Richard Donner. With a runtime of 2h 24m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Christopher Reeve, Margot Kidder, and Gene Hackman
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 14, 1978
47 years ago
Runtime
2h 24m
144 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (4,150 votes)
Budget
$55M
Production budget
Box Office
$300.5M
5.5x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
+ 1 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $55,000,000
- Revenue
- $300,478,449
Production Companies
- Dovemead Films
- Alexander and Ilya Salkind Productions
- International Film Production
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Superman about?
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...
Who directed Superman?
Superman was directed by Richard Donner.
How long is Superman?
Superman has a runtime of 2 hours and 24 minutes (144 minutes total).
When was Superman released?
Superman was released on December 14, 1978 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Superman?
The main cast of Superman includes Christopher Reeve, Margot Kidder, Gene Hackman, Marlon Brando, Ned Beatty.
Is Superman worth watching?
Superman has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 4,150 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.