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Superman II (1980)

PG · 1980-12-04 · 2h 7m · EN
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The Man of Steel meets his match!

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.

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Richard LesterDirector
Budget
$54M
Box office
$190.5M

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Christopher ReeveChristopher ReeveClark Kent / SupermanMargot KidderMargot KidderLois LaneGene HackmanGene HackmanLex LuthorNed BeattyNed BeattyOtisJackie CooperJackie CooperPerry WhiteSarah DouglasSarah DouglasUrsaJack O'HalloranJack O'HalloranNonValerie PerrineValerie PerrineEve TeschmacherSusannah YorkSusannah YorkLaraClifton JamesClifton JamesSheriffE.G. MarshallE.G. MarshallThe PresidentMarc McClureMarc McClureJimmy Olsen

Keywords

SequelDc comicsBased on comicSuperheroSuper powerDuringcreditsstingerSuperhuman strengthSaving the worldCriminalLoss of virginityNiagara fallsPhantom zoneRocket fired grenadeCrystal machine

Movie DNA

Genre affinityAction · Adventure · Science FictionTheme affinitySequel · Dc Comics · Based On ComicPacingActionEmotional intensityLoss Of VirginityDirector preference142819Actor preference97960 · 111741 · 52328

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What is Superman II 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.

How long is Superman II?

Superman II has a runtime of 127 minutes.

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