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Superman III

"If the world's most powerful computer can control even Superman...no one on earth is safe."

June 17, 1983 2h 5m 5.5/10 (1,828 votes)

Originally released in 1983. Superman III is a comedy/science fiction film. directed by Richard Lester. With a runtime of 2h 5m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Christopher Reeve, Richard Pryor, and Jackie Cooper

Synopsis

Aiming to defeat the Man of Steel, wealthy executive Ross Webster hires bumbling but brilliant Gus Gorman to develop synthetic kryptonite, which yields some unexpected psychological effects. Between rekindling romance with his high school sweetheart and saving himself, Superman must contend with a powerful supercomputer.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 17, 1983 42 years ago
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Runtime 2h 5m 125 minutes total
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User Rating 5.5/10 Mixed (1,828 votes)
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Budget $39M Production budget
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Box Office $80.3M 2.1x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America + 2 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$39,000,000
Revenue
$80,250,623

Production Companies

  • Dovemead Films
  • Alexander and Ilya Salkind Productions

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Superman III about?

Aiming to defeat the Man of Steel, wealthy executive Ross Webster hires bumbling but brilliant Gus Gorman to develop synthetic kryptonite, which yields some unexpected psychological effects. Betwee...

Who directed Superman III?

Superman III was directed by Richard Lester.

How long is Superman III?

Superman III has a runtime of 2 hours and 5 minutes (125 minutes total).

When was Superman III released?

Superman III was released on June 17, 1983 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Superman III?

The main cast of Superman III includes Christopher Reeve, Richard Pryor, Jackie Cooper, Marc McClure, Annette O'Toole.

Is Superman III worth watching?

Superman III has a user rating of 5.5/10 based on 1,828 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.