Superman Franchise Guide: Movie Facts and Legacy
A TMDB-backed guide to Superman, including cast, release facts, genres and watch-provider notes.
Superman (1978) — an evergreen reference for this movie: the essentials, the cast, where to watch and what to watch next. You'll believe a man can fly.
Where to watch
TMDB's U.S. watch-provider data lists HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max. Availability changes by country and date, so check your streaming app before watching.
Cast
Christopher Reeve as Clark Kent / Superman; Margot Kidder as Lois Lane; Gene Hackman as Lex Luthor; Marlon Brando as Jor-El; Ned Beatty as Otis; Jackie Cooper as Perry White; Glenn Ford as Pa Kent; Trevor Howard as 1st Elder
About Superman
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.
More like Superman
- Avengers: Age of Ultron
- Man of Steel
- Superman
- Megamind
- Eternals
- The Fantastic 4: First Steps
- Justice League
- Avengers: Infinity War
Figures and availability come from public TMDB data and are provided as a sourced reference.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Superman?
TMDB's U.S. watch-provider data lists HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max. Availability changes by country and date, so check your streaming app before watching.
Who is in the cast of Superman?
Christopher Reeve as Clark Kent / Superman; Margot Kidder as Lois Lane; Gene Hackman as Lex Luthor; Marlon Brando as Jor-El; Ned Beatty as Otis; Jackie Cooper as Perry White; Glenn Ford as Pa Kent; Trevor Howard as 1st Elder
Is this Superman guide official?
No. It uses TMDB data as a reference and is not endorsed or certified by TMDB.
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