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Superman

7.219782h 24mMovieScience FictionActionAdventure

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.

DirectorRichard Donner
WritersMario Puzo·Leslie Newman
ProducersIlya Salkind·Pierre Spengler

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CraveCrave
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Richard Donner

Christopher Reeve
Christopher Reeve
Superman / Clark Kent
Margot Kidder
Margot Kidder
Lois Lane
Gene Hackman
Gene Hackman
Lex Luthor
Marlon Brando
Marlon Brando
Jor-El
Ned Beatty
Ned Beatty
Otis
Jackie Cooper
Jackie Cooper
Perry White
Glenn Ford
Glenn Ford
Pa Kent
Trevor Howard
Trevor Howard
1st Elder
Jack O'Halloran
Jack O'Halloran
Non
Valerie Perrine
Valerie Perrine
Eve Teschmacher
Maria Schell
Maria Schell
Vond-Ah
Terence Stamp
Terence Stamp
General Zod

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Superman — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Superman?

Superman is streaming on Crave in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Superman on Netflix?

No, Superman is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026. It's currently on Crave.

Is Superman on Amazon Prime Video?

Superman isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Canada, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Superman for free?

Superman is available on Crave in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is there a sequel to Superman?

Yes — Superman is followed by Superman II (1980) in the Superman Collection.

Is there a prequel to Superman?

Superman is the first film in the Superman Collection.

Is Superman part of a trilogy?

No — Superman is part of the Superman Collection, which has 4 films.

How many movies are in the Superman Collection?

There are 4 films in the Superman Collection: Superman (1978), Superman II (1980), Superman III (1983) and Superman IV: The Quest for Peace (1987).