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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

WritersRobert Benton·Mario Puzo

ProducersIlya Salkind·Pierre Spengler

Where to watch

HBO Max Amazon Channel

HBO Max Amazon Channel HBO Max

HBO Max

Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Richard Donner

Christopher Reeve

Christopher Reeve

Superman / Clark Kent

Margot Kidder

Gene Hackman

Marlon Brando

Ned Beatty

Jackie Cooper

Glenn Ford

Trevor Howard

Jack O'Halloran

Jack O'Halloran

Valerie Perrine

Valerie Perrine

Eve Teschmacher

Maria Schell

Terence Stamp

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Superman — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Superman?

Superman is streaming on 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 October 2026. It's currently on HBO Max.

Is Superman on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Superman for free?

Superman is available on HBO Max in United Kingdom, 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).