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Superman (1978)(1978)

PG
2h 23m

Release Date: Dec 15, 1978 | Wide

An alien orphan is sent from his dying planet to Earth, where he grows up to become his adoptive home's first and greatest superhero.

Releases

Original Release | Dec 15, 1978

2018 Re-release (Fathom Events) | Nov 25, 2018

Box Office

All Releases (2)
Total US & Canada:
$134,478,449
Total International
$166,000,000
Total Worldwide:
$300,478,449

Total US & Canada:
$134,218,018
Total International
$2,461
Total Worldwide:
$134,220,479

Director & Top Cast

Richard Donner
Director

Christopher Reeve
Superman

Margot Kidder
Lois Lane

Gene Hackman
Lex Luthor

Marlon Brando
Jor-El

Technical Specifications

Sound Mix: Dolby Atmos

Aspect Ratio: 2.39 : 1

Other Details

Country of Origin: United States

Headlines

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05-Jun-2023

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22-May-2023