Showdown (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1942, Showdown is an action and animation film directed by Izzy Sparber, running about 8 minutes.
What it’s about. Superman's reputation is tarnished when a crook begins committing crimes in a Superman costume.
Who’s in it. Showdown stars Joan Alexander as Lois Lane (voice) (uncredited), Jackson Beck as Boss (voice) (uncredited), Bud Collyer as Superman / Clark Kent (voice) (uncredited) and Jack Mercer as Office Boy / Fake Superman (voice) (uncredited), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Showdown has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Showdown page.
If you liked it. Fans of Showdown tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Showdown (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Showdown change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Showdown worth watching?
- Showdown holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Showdown?
- Showdown stars Joan Alexander, Jackson Beck, Bud Collyer, Jack Mercer and Julian Noa.
- When was Showdown released?
- Showdown was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 8 minutes.