Superman II (1980): reparto, argumento y streaming

1980 · Película · ★ 6.7

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Released in 1980, Superman II is an acción, aventura and ciencia ficción film directed by Richard Lester, running about 127 minutes. “The Man of Steel meets his match!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Three escaped criminals from the planet Krypton test the Man of Steel's mettle. Led by General Zod, the Kryptonians take control of the White House and partner with Lex Luthor to destroy Superman and rule the world. But Superman, who attempts to make himself human in order to get closer to Lois, realizes he has a responsibility to save the planet.

Who’s in it. Superman II stars Christopher Reeve as Clark Kent / Superman, Margot Kidder as Lois Lane, Gene Hackman as Lex Luthor and Ned Beatty as Otis, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Superman II has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $190.5M at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Superman II page.

If you liked it. Fans of Superman II tend to enjoy El caballero oscuro, El señor de los anillos: El retorno del rey, Inception and El señor de los anillos: La comunidad del anillo.

Preguntas frecuentes

Where can I watch Superman II (1980)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Superman II change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Superman II worth watching?
Superman II holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy acción, aventura and ciencia ficción. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Superman II?
Superman II stars Christopher Reeve, Margot Kidder, Gene Hackman, Ned Beatty and Jackie Cooper.
When was Superman II released?
Superman II was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 127 minutes.