Theater Release Date: 1978 Format: 2-Disc Set Length: 151 minutes Distributor: Warner Home Video DVD Release Date: 06/18/2002 Director: Richard Donner Cast: Christopher Reeve, Margot Kidder, Marlon Brando, Glenn Ford, Terence Stamp, Gene Hackman, Ned Beatty, Jackie Cooper, Valerie Perrine, Trevor Howard, Susannah York, Phyllis Thaxter, Marc McClure, Jeff East, Larry Hagman, Phil Brown
Plot: The Superman myth is well told, from his birth on the doomed planet Krypton to his childhood in a small Kansas town and beyond, in Richard Donner's blockbuster. After he comes of age, young Clark Kent, as his Earth parents have named him, learns the truth of his alien birth on a voyage of discovery to the Arctic. It is there that he learns--through a link to his long-dead birth parents--of his superhuman abilities and his responsibility to preserve and protect "truth, justice and the American Way." Once he adjusts to life in the big city, Metropolis, he discovers that hiding his superpowers as mild-mannered reporter Clark Kent (Christopher Reeve) isn't easy as he flirts with hard-nosed Lois Lane (Margot Kidder) and battles supervillain Lex Luthor (Gene Hackman). The film's all-star cast includes Jackie Cooper, Marlon Brando, Ned Beatty, Glenn Ford, Terence Stamp, and Valerie Perrine, among others, all camping it up wonderfully.
Theater Release Date: 1980 Length: 127 minutes Distributor: Warner Home Video DVD Release Date: 05/01/2001 Director: Richard Lester Cast: Christopher Reeve, Margot Kidder, Gene Hackman, Ned Beatty, Terence Stamp, Jackie Cooper, Clifton James
Plot: Once again mild-mannered reporter Clark Kent (Christopher Reeve), hiding his identity as Superman, must fight for law and order. This time around, a triumvirate of nasty villains from the planet Krypton break free of their dimensional prison and hightail it to Earth, where they enjoy the same superpowers as Superman. Meanwhile, Lois Lane (Margot Kidder) has discovered that Superman and Clark are the same person, so Superman debates whether to give up his abilities to become a normal man and share his life with Lois. Richard Lester (A Hard Day'S Night) takes the helm for this sequel, which is arguably the equal of the original hit film.
Theater Release Date: 1983 Length: 125 minutes Distributor: Warner Home Video DVD Release Date: 05/01/2001 Director: Richard Lester Cast: Christopher Reeve, Richard Pryor, Jackie Cooper, Robert Vaughn, Annette O'Toole
Plot: Superman matches wits with an evil mastermind and a computer genius who discovers the one substance that can harm the Man of Steel. Combining the known ingredients of Kryptonite with a guess at the unknown, the genius invents a new Kryptonite that doesn't kill Superman--it turns him evil. Meanwhile, a giant computer has been built for the mastermind that becomes self-aware and cannot be shut off. This entertaining combination of spectacular special effects and irrepressible comedy, once again directed by Richard Lester, features terrific madcap turns by Richard Pryor, Robert Vaughn, and Annette O'Toole and yet another majestic score by John Williams.
Theater Release Date: 1987 Length: 90 minutes Distributor: Warner Home Video DVD Release Date: 05/01/2001 Director: Sidney J. Furie Cast: Christopher Reeve, Gene Hackman, Jackie Cooper, Margot Kidder, Marc McClure, Mariel Hemingway, Jon Cryer
Plot: Superman has recognized at last the greatest threat to humanity, and he is out to rid the world of nuclear weapons. But Lex Luthor, now a nuclear arms entrepreneur, creates Nuclear Man--a solar-powered Kryptonia Android and genetic clone whose powers equal (and potentially surpass) those of Superman--to rid the world of the Man of Steel. Christopher Reeve once again dons the Superman costume, this time for director Sidney J. Furie (Lady Sings The Blues), receiving wonderful support from regulars Margot Kidder, Gene Hackman, and Jackie Cooper in addition to newcomers Mariel Hemingway and Jon Cryer.
The Complete Superman Collection - Diamond Anniversary Edition
Length: 147 minutes Distributor: Image Entertainment, Inc. DVD Release Date: 08/01/2000 Director: Max Fleischer
Plot: The complete Superman cartoons from the studios of Max and Dave Fleischer, made during the years of 1941 through 1943. Includes the pilot film, "Superman", and sixteen more.
Theater Release Date: 1987 Length: 493 minutes Distributor: Warner Home Video DVD Release Date: 05/01/2001 Director: Richard Donner Cast: Christopher Reeve, Margot Kidder, Gene Hackman, Ned Beatty, Richard Pryor
Plot: This set contains all four blockbuster Superman films starring Christopher Reeve. Superman: The Superman myth is well told, from his birth on the doomed planet Krypton to his childhood in a small Kansas town and beyond, in Richard Donner's smash hit. After he comes of age, young Clark Kent, as his Earth parents have named him, learns the truth of his alien birth on a voyage of discovery to the Arctic. It is there that he learns--through a link to his long-dead birth parents--of his superhuman abilities and his responsibility to preserve and protect "truth, justice and the American Way." Once he adjusts to life in the big city, Metropolis, he discovers that hiding his superpowers as mild-mannered reporter Clark Kent isn't easy as he flirts with hard-nosed Lois Lane and battles supervillain Lex Luthor. Superman 2: Once again mild-mannered reporter Clark Kent, hiding his identity as Superman, must fight for law and order. This time around, a triumvirate of nasty villains from the planet Krypton break free of their dimensional prison and hightail it to Earth, where they enjoy the same superpowers as Superman. Meanwhile, Lois Lane has discovered that Superman and Clark are the same person, so Superman debates whether to give up his abilities to become a normal man and share his life with Lois. Richard Lester takes the helm for this sequel, which is arguably the equal of the original hit film. Superman 3: Superman matches wits with an evil mastermind and a computer genius who discovers the one substance that can harm the Man of Steel. Combining the known ingredients of Kryptonite with a guess at the unknown, the genius invents a new Kryptonite that doesn't kill Superman--it turns him evil. Meanwhile, a giant computer has been built for the mastermind that becomes self-aware and cannot be shut off. This entertaining combination of spectacular special effects and irrepressible comedy, once again directed by Richard Lester, features terrific madcap turns by Richard Pryor, Robert Vaughn, and Annette O'Toole and yet another majestic score by John Williams. Superman 4 - The Quest For Peace: Superman has recognized at last the greatest threat to humanity, and he is out to rid the world of nuclear weapons. But Lex Luthor, now a nuclear arms entrepreneur, creates Nuclear Man--a solar-powered Kryptonia Android and genetic clone whose powers equal (and potentially surpass) those of Superman--to rid the world of the Man of Steel. Christopher Reeve once again dons the Superman costume, this time for director Sidney J. Furie, receiving wonderful support from regulars Margot Kidder, Gene Hackman, and Jackie Cooper in addition to newcomers Mariel Hemingway and Jon Cryer.
Length: 65 minutes Distributor: GoodTimes Entertainment DVD Release Date: 08/27/2002
Plot: Using a patented technique in which the animation is traced over live-action footage, the Fleischer brothers, Max and Dave, present Superman Vs. Nature & War, based on a story by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. This classic--one of the 17 Superman cartoons produced by the Fleischer Studios between the years 1941-1943--has been digitally restored and remastered.
Length: 88 minutes Distributor: Warner Home Video DVD Release Date: 07/22/2003 Cast: Danny Dark, Jack Angel, Olan Soule, Casey Kasem
Plot: Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Hawkman, and the Flash all banded together in 1978 to form a Justice League bond that would fight crime to the delight of millions of American children. This collection of Challenge Of The Superfriends episodes compiles four episodes, one quarter of the episodes of the entire series, based on previous Superfriends animated programs. As the Superfriends fight evil and turn into giants, voice work is provided by Casey Kasem, Jack Angel, and Danny Dark.
Length: N/A minutes Distributor: GoodTimes Entertainment DVD Release Date: 08/26/2003
Plot: For all fans of classic cartoons, this collection will delight and bring back many memories. You will find Superman Vs. Nature & War, as well as Popeye and Casper films -- over three hours of entertainment.
Length: N/A minutes Distributor: Brentwood Home Video (BCI Eclipse LLC) DVD Release Date: 10/07/2003
Plot: If you're a fan of classic cartoons such as Popeye, Mighty Mouse, Superman and Betty Boop, this two Dvd set is just the thing for you. Sixty cartoons are collected on two double sided Dvd discs.
Length: N/A minutes Distributor: Brentwood Home Video (BCI Eclipse LLC) DVD Release Date: 10/07/2003
Plot: If you're a fan of classic cartoons such as Popeye, Mighty Mouse, Superman, Mutt and Jeff, Felix the Cat and Betty Boop, this Dvd set is just the thing for you. Thirty cartoons are collected on one double sided Dvd disc.
Length: N/A minutes Distributor: Sony Music Distribution DVD Release Date: 05/14/2002 Cast: Five for Fighting
Plot: Adult contemporary band Five for Fighting have captured the spirit of a positive, patriotic, and unified America. John Ondrasik, the band's frontman, writes lyrics which celebrate the country's everyday heroes and condemn the shallow Hollywood world. This extended Dvd Single, which includes music videos for "Easy Tonight" and "Superman" is sure to cement the band's place in the international pop arena.
Challenge of the SuperFriends - Attack of the Legion of Doom
Length: 60 minutes Distributor: Warner Home Video DVD Release Date: 04/22/2003
Plot: Superman, Batman and all present in the Hall of Justice are needed to thwart this heated threat from the Legion of Doom. This animated adventure is a classic battle between good and evil with many of Marvel Comics' classic heroes and villains.
Length: 68 minutes Distributor: Warner Home Video DVD Release Date: 04/23/2002 Director: Toshika Masuda Cast: Timothy Daly, Kevin Conroy
Plot: Two of America's best-known superheroes battle the forces of evil in an animated movie spectacular. The crime fighters join forces when the Joker and Harley Quinn steal a statue known as the Laughing Dragon. Complicating matters, Bruce Wayne and Lois Lane become fond of one another when they meet at the scene of a crime.
Superman vs. The Monsters and Villains / Popeye /Forgotten Cartoons
Length: 190 minutes Distributor: GoodTimes Entertainment DVD Release Date: 08/26/2003
Plot: Goodtimes Entertainment presents over three hours of classic nostalgia. Superman Vs. The Monsters And Villains is a classic collection of nine Superman cartoons also including Max Fleischer's first "The Mad Scientist." Also featured are the top ten forgotten cartoons of all time, including When Popeye Ruled The Seven Seas.
Length: 100 minutes Distributor: Wellspring DVD Release Date: 11/13/2001
Plot: Eight episodes that followed Max Fleischer's initial series. Cartoons include: "Jap O Tears," "Showdown," "Eleventh Hour," "Destruction Inc.," "The Mummy Strikes," "Jungle Drums," "Underground World," and "Secret Agent." Also features a bonus short and previews for other cartoon classics.
Length: N/A minutes Distributor: Wellspring DVD Release Date: 11/13/2001
Plot: All your favorite characters from the printed page find new life in these classic animated tales. Featuring Superman, Popeye, Little Lulu, Betty Boop and others.
Length: 61 minutes Distributor: Warner Home Video DVD Release Date: 02/03/2004 Cast: Timothy Daly, Dana Delany, Clancy Brown, Malcolm McDowell
Plot: This animated adventure takes a new and exciting look at one of America's favorite superheroes, Superman. Featuring the voices of Tim Daly, Dana Delany, Clancy Brown, and Malcom McDowell.
Length: N/A minutes Distributor: Brentwood Home Video (BCI Eclipse LLC) DVD Release Date: 02/03/2004
Plot: If you love Saturday morning cartoons, then this fifteen cartoon collection will make every day a Saturday morning for you. Enjoy such characters as Superman (in Mad Scientist, The Bulleteers, Magnetic Telescope), Baby Huey, Mutt and Jeff, Little Lulu, Woody Woodpecker, and many many more.
Length: 85 minutes Distributor: Westlake Entertainment Group DVD Release Date: 12/30/2003 Cast: Superman
Plot: This program features legendary superhero Superman and his alter ego Clark Kent in ten vintage cartoons. Titles include "The Arctic Giant," "Billion Dollar Limited," "The Bulleteers," "Destruction Inc.," "Japoteurs," "Jungle Drums," "The Magnetic Telescope," "The Mechanical Monsters," "Volcano," and "Secret Agent."
Length: 85 minutes Distributor: Warner Home Video DVD Release Date: 10/19/2004
Plot: This collection of animated Superman tales sees the legendary hero go into battle with four infamous foes. Among them are Lex Luthor, Volcano, and the Weather Wizard, as well as a cryptic government cover up. Fortunately Superman is quick on the scene whenever any of these miscreants step out of line, proving that he is more than capable of keeping the peace, and providing some exciting adventures along the way!
Length: 142 minutes Distributor: Delta Entertainment Corporation DVD Release Date: 01/12/2004
Plot: The Adventures Of Superman animated series captured the imagination of children and adults alike during the initial age of television. This double feature includes 14 episodes of the classic show that originally aired between 1942 and 1944.
Length: 65 minutes Distributor: Delta Entertainment Corporation DVD Release Date: 01/12/2004
Plot: The Adventures Of Superman animated series captured the imagination of children and adults alike during the initial age of television. This program contains 8 episodes of the classic show that originally aired between 1942 and 1943.
Length: 77 minutes Distributor: Delta Entertainment Corporation DVD Release Date: 01/12/2004
Plot: The Adventures Of Superman animated series captured the imagination of children and adults alike during the initial age of television. This program contains 9 episodes of the classic show that originally aired between 1942 and 1944.
Length: 70 minutes Distributor: City Hall Records DVD Release Date: 04/20/2004
Plot: This collection of classic animated shorts includes appearances by Popeye, Superman, Porky, Daffy Duck, and La Pequena Lulu--all in Spanish. Cartoons include "El Alfiletero," "Luna de Miel," "David y Goliat," and many more.
Length: N/A minutes Distributor: Alpha Video DVD Release Date: 06/22/2004 Director: Koreyoshi Akasaka Cast: Ken Utsui
Plot: This campy Japanese B-movie presents a superhero rival to Superman--the amazing Starman! He's come to save the world from some deadly invaders, and thanks to his amazing powers, and some incredible stock footage, it looks like he might just pull it off! The plot may be a little thin on the ground, but this is a matinee film from 1965, designed to entertain Saturday morning audiences with it's state-of-the-art special effects, and good-triumphing-over-evil storyline. The times may have changed, but viewers looking for some good old fashioned fun should look no further than Starman and his battle against the Atomic Rulers Of The World!
Length: N/A minutes Distributor: Warner Home Video DVD Release Date: 01/25/2005 Cast: Timothy Daly, Dana Delany, Clancy Brown, Joseph Bologna, George Dzundza, David Kaufman, Lisa Edelstein, Lauren Tom, Mike Farrell, Shelley Fabares, Joely Fisher, Victor Brandt
Plot: Following the lead of the retooled Batman cartoons, the legendary Man of Steel gets his own modernized update in Superman The Animated Series. Operating under the auspices of meek, bespectacled alter ego Clark Kent, Superman continues to champion truth and justice while battling criminal entities in the bustling city of Metropolis. Airing from 1996-2000, this animated series is acclaimed for remaining true to the original Superman comic books while introducing new and exciting storylines and characters. This first volume includes 18 action-packed episodes.
