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Superman II

1980·Movie
2h 7min·PG
78
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb6.8Metacritic837.3Rotten Tomatoes88%76%
IMDb6.8Metacritic837.3Rotten Tomatoes88%76%

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High energy, striking style.

Energy

Epic and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Spectacle9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Awe-inspiring and nostalgic

  • Wonder9
  • Nostalgia8
  • Hopefulness7

Humor

Some slapstick and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy6
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Satire & Parody4

World

Fantasy

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout cinematography and score

  • Cinematography8
  • Music Composition8
  • Editing7

Who it's for

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About

The Man of Steel meets his match!

Three Kryptonian criminals led by General Zod team up with Lex Luthor to conquer Earth, forcing a depowered Superman to regain his strength and stop them.
Classic Superhero ActionIconic Comic Book AdaptationVisually ImpressiveNostalgic BlockbusterGood vs. EvilRomantic ElementsHope and RedemptionSense of WonderUpbeat Adventure

Crew

Directed by:
Richard Lester, Christopher Newman, Terry Madden
Written by:
Jerry Siegel, Joe Shuster, Mario Puzo
Produced by:
Lynn Stalmaster, Debbie McWilliams, Michele Tandy
Composed by:
John Williams, John Williams, Robert Hathaway

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Questions about Superman II

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Superman II legally?

HBO MaxPhiloYouTube TVDC

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

Is Superman II worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 88%, and Metacritic 83). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Superman II rated?

PGViolence

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

How long is Superman II?

2 h 7 min

Superman II runs 2 h 7 min.

Is Superman II based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a comic.

Do critics and audiences agree on Superman II?

Critics86
Audiences72

Not quite. Critics rate Superman II higher (86) than audiences (72). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

Was Superman II a box office hit?

Budget$54 million
Box office$216 million

Yes. It cost about $54 million to make and earned $216 million worldwide, 4.0 times its budget.

What language is Superman II in?

English

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

In how many countries can I watch Superman II?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Superman II in 102 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Superman II use?

Ax-CrazyEvil Cannot Comprehend GoodDeliberately Distressed DamselIt Amused MeBatman GambitEmergency Presidential AddressBattle TrophyFate Worse than DeathWould Hit a GirlCreator CameoApathetic CitizensSamaritan Syndromeand 186 more

TV Tropes lists 198 storytelling tropes for Superman II, including Ax-Crazy, Evil Cannot Comprehend Good, Deliberately Distressed Damsel.