Superman: The Movie (1978)
- Dec 14, 1978
- 2 min read
PG | 2 hr 23 min | 7.3/10 | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
Parental Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested, Some material may not be suitable for children)
Storyline
Superman (1978) follows Clark Kent, an alien from the planet Krypton raised on Earth, as he discovers his superhuman powers and embraces his destiny to protect humanity. As Superman, he battles the nefarious Lex Luthor, who schemes to destroy California with a deadly plan.
Why It’s Our Vibe
A classic superhero origin story that combines thrilling action with heartfelt emotion, Superman set the standard for the genre. Richard Donner’s direction, Christopher Reeve’s iconic performance, and John Williams’ memorable score deliver a hopeful, larger-than-life experience celebrating heroism and justice.
Director
Richard Donner
Writer
Mario Puzo (story)
David Newman (screenplay)
Leslie Newman (screenplay)
Robert Benton (screenplay)
Starring
Christopher Reeve as Clark Kent / Superman
Margot Kidder as Lois Lane
Gene Hackman as Lex Luthor
Marlon Brando as Jor-El
Ned Beatty as Otis
Jackie Cooper as Perry White
Produced by
Ilya Salkind
Alexander Salkind
Pierre Spengler
Production Companies
Dune Entertainment
Alexander Salkind Productions
Cinematography
Geoffrey Unsworth
Edited by
Stuart Baird
Music by
John Williams
Distributed by
Warner Bros.
Release date
December 15, 1978
Run Time
2 hr 23 min
Country
United States
Languages
English
Budget
$55 million
Box office
$300 million+
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