Directed by Richard Donner, Superman: The Movie (1978) brought the world’s most iconic superhero to the big screen with epic scale and heart. Starring Christopher Reeve in his legendary role, it tells the story of Krypton’s last son, his upbringing on Earth, and his destiny as humanity’s protector. Combining mythic storytelling, romance, and groundbreaking special effects, Donner’s film defined the modern superhero genre and set the gold standard for comic book adaptations.

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An alien orphan is sent from his dying planet to Earth, where he grows up to become his adoptive home's first and greatest superhero.