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Superman

7.219782h 24mPGMovieScience 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
WritersLeslie Newman·Robert Benton
ProducersIlya Salkind·Pierre Spengler

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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 Amazon Prime Video and HBO Max in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Rakuten TV. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Superman on Netflix?

No, Superman is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of August 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and HBO Max.

Is Superman on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Superman is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom as of August 2026.

Where can I watch Superman for free?

Superman is available to stream free (with ads) on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom.

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).