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Superman

1978·Movie
2h 24min·NR
80
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.4Metacritic827.8Rotten Tomatoes87%86%
IMDb7.4Metacritic827.8Rotten Tomatoes87%86%

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Stunning style, high energy, a touch of humor.

Energy

Epic and thrilling

  • Spectacle9
  • Adrenaline7
  • Tension5

Heart

Nostalgic and awe-inspiring

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Nostalgia10
  • Wonder10
  • Wholesome9

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Satire & Parody3

World

Fantasy, family, and pop culture

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion9
  • Rewatchability9
  • Novelty8

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and storytelling

  • Direction9
  • Acting9
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Standout score, cinematography, and editing

  • Music Composition10
  • Music Centrality10
  • Cinematography9

Who it's for

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About

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.
Classic Superhero OriginIconic John Williams ScoreVisually Groundbreaking for its EraWholesome HeroismCampy Villain PerformanceRomantic IdealismDefining Pop Culture MomentGrand SpectacleNostalgic Warmth

Crew

Directed by:
Richard Donner, John Glen, David Lane
Written by:
Jerry Siegel, Joe Shuster, Mario Puzo
Produced by:
Mary Selway, Lynn Stalmaster, Pierre Spengler
Composed by:
John Williams, Arthur Morton, Alexander Courage

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Questions about Superman

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Superman legally?

HBO MaxYouTube TV

Superman is included with a subscription to YouTube TV and HBO Max in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Superman worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 7.4, Rotten Tomatoes 87%, and Metacritic 82). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Superman rated?

NRViolence

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Superman?

2 h 24 min

Superman runs 2 h 24 min.

Is Superman based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a comic.

Do critics and audiences agree on Superman?

Critics85
Audiences79

Yes. Critics average 85 and audiences 79 out of 100, so both groups see Superman much the same way.

Was Superman a box office hit?

Budget$55 million
Box office$300 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $55 million to make and earned $300 million worldwide, 5.5 times its budget.

What language is Superman in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Superman?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Superman in 115 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Superman use?

Hurricane of PunsEarthquakes Cause FissuresFanfareImmune to BulletsJive TurkeyMundane UtilityTime TravelCreator CameoAll Men Are PervertsEnemy Rising BehindAside GlanceKick the Dogand 240 more

TV Tropes lists 252 storytelling tropes for Superman, including Hurricane of Puns, Earthquakes Cause Fissures, Fanfare.