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Superman II

Name: Superman II
Genre: Science fiction, Fantasy, Adventure
Released: 1980-12-11
Duration: 123 min
Rating: 7.2
Cast: Christopher Reeve, Gene Hackman, Ned Beatty, Jackie Cooper, Sarah Douglas

Directed by David Tomblin and Richard Lester · starring Christopher Reeve, Gene Hackman and Ned Beatty

2 h 3 min
PG
Science fiction · Fantasy · Adventure
USA
Released in the UK 8 April 1981

7.2 Users19 votes

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Synopsis

Unwittingly released from Phantom Zone imprisonment, three super-powered Kryptonian criminals plan to enslave Earth - just when Superman decides to show a more romantic side to Lois Lane.

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Runtime: 123 min2 hours and 3 minutes
Budget: $54mWarner Bros. Pictures
Rating: PGParental guidance

How long is Superman II?: 2 hours and 3 minutes (123 minutes).
When was Superman II released in the UK?: It was released in the UK on 8 April 1981.
Who directed Superman II?: David Tomblin, Richard Lester and Richard Donner.
Who is in Superman II?: It stars Christopher Reeve, Gene Hackman, Ned Beatty and Jackie Cooper.
Where can I watch Superman II?: In the UK you can watch it on subscription on HBO Max and Prime Video.
Is it part of a series?: Yes: it is film 2 of 7 in Superman.