1980 Science Fiction 6.7
PG 1978 Science Fiction, Action, Adventure
Superman
2h 24m 144 min
7.2/10
by Richard Donner
What time does Superman end?
Stay in your seat!
There's a post-credits scene. Don't rush for the exit when the credits roll.
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The story
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.
Good to know
How long is Superman?
Superman is 2 hours and 24 minutes long (144 minutes). With around 20 minutes of ads and trailers, plan for about 2h 44m at the cinema.
Is there a post-credits scene in Superman?
Yes! Superman has a post-credits scene, so stay seated until the lights come up.
When is Superman out in cinemas in United States?
Superman came out in United States on Friday 15 December 1978.
On screen
Christopher Reeve
Superman / Clark Kent
Margot Kidder
Lois Lane
Gene Hackman
Lex Luthor
Marlon Brando
Jor-El
Ned Beatty
Otis
Jackie Cooper
Perry White
Glenn Ford
Pa Kent
Trevor Howard
1st Elder
Jack O'Halloran
Non
Valerie Perrine
Eve Teschmacher
Maria Schell
Vond-Ah
Terence Stamp
General Zod
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