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Superman
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Superman

Thu, Dec 14, 1978
  • Science Fiction
  • Action
  • Adventure
Film · Synopsis

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.

Trailer

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Release windows

When & where

US
  • In CinemasSun, Dec 10, 1978Washington, D.C.
  • TVSun, Feb 7, 1982Part 1 of the extended 3-hour cut.
GB
  • In CinemasWed, Dec 13, 1978London, England
CA
  • In CinemasFri, Dec 15, 1978
AU
  • In CinemasThu, Dec 21, 1978
FR
  • In CinemasThu, Jan 25, 1979
  • TVSat, Jan 3, 2026Canal+ Grand Écran
DE
  • In CinemasThu, Jan 25, 1979
  • Streaming / DigitalTue, Jan 13, 2026HBO Max
JP
  • In CinemasSat, Jun 30, 1979
Where to watch

Streaming on

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  • HBO Max Amazon Channel↗
Cast

Top of the call sheet

  • Christopher Reeve
    Christopher Reeve
    as Clark Kent / Superman
  • Margot Kidder
    Margot Kidder
    as Lois Lane
  • Gene Hackman
    Gene Hackman
    as Lex Luthor
  • Marlon Brando
    Marlon Brando
    as Jor-El
  • Ned Beatty
    Ned Beatty
    as Otis
  • Jackie Cooper
    Jackie Cooper
    as Perry White
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