Chances are when you hear the word superhero, the first name that pops into your head is Superman.
Easily the face of DC Comics (sorry Batman), the story of Metropolis‘s red-capped protector from the planet Krypton is universally known by fans both hardcore and casual, and a big reason for his popularity can easily be attributed to his history in cinema.
Starting all the way back with Richard Donner’s Superman (1978).
The iconic interpretation of the character may be a bit dated and corny, but its lighthearted attitude that was accentuated by the infectiously charming Christopher Reeve has made it stand the test of time as a true classic, even spawning a total of three sequels and a Supergirl (1984) spin-off.
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