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Superman III (1983)

PG · 1983-06-17 · 2h 5m · EN
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If the world's most powerful computer can control even Superman...no one on earth is safe.

Aiming to defeat the Man of Steel, wealthy executive Ross Webster hires bumbling but brilliant Gus Gorman to develop synthetic kryptonite, which yields some unexpected psychological effects in the third installment of the 1980s Superman franchise. Between rekindling romance with his high school sweetheart and saving himself, Superman must contend with a powerful supercomputer.

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Richard LesterDirector
Budget
$39M
Box office
$75.9M

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Top billed cast

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Christopher ReeveChristopher ReeveClark Kent / SupermanRichard PryorRichard PryorAugust "Gus" GormanJackie CooperJackie CooperPerry WhiteMarc McClureMarc McClureJimmy OlsenAnnette O'TooleAnnette O'TooleLana LangAnnie RossAnnie RossVeraPamela StephensonPamela StephensonLoreleiRobert VaughnRobert VaughnRoss WebsterMargot KidderMargot KidderLois LaneGavan O'HerlihyGavan O'HerlihyBradAl MatthewsAl MatthewsFire ChiefNancy RobertsNancy RobertsUnemployment Clerk

Keywords

SequelDc comicsBased on comicSuperheroSuper powerSuperhuman strengthSaving the worldSuper computerIdentity crisisHackingLoss of powersBowling alley

Movie DNA

Genre affinityAction · Comedy · AdventureTheme affinitySequel · Dc Comics · Based On ComicDialogue densityComedyPacingActionEmotional intensityLoss Of PowersDirector preference142819

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Frequently asked questions about Superman III

What is Superman III about?

Aiming to defeat the Man of Steel, wealthy executive Ross Webster hires bumbling but brilliant Gus Gorman to develop synthetic kryptonite, which yields some unexpected psychological effects in the third installment of the 1980s Superman franchise. Between rekindling romance with his high school sweetheart and saving himself, Superman must contend with a powerful supercomputer.

How long is Superman III?

Superman III has a runtime of 125 minutes.