Superman
Synopsis
Superman comes to Earth as a child and grows up to be his home's first superhero with his first major challenge being to oppose The Spider Lady.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
"Superman" Movie Serial Trailer (1948)
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-11-30
Top Cast
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Kirk Alyn
Superman, alias Clark Kent
Noel Neill
Lois Lane
Tommy Bond
Jimmy Olsen
Carol Forman
The Spider Lady
Pierre Watkin
Perry White
George Meeker
Driller
Jack Ingram
Anton
Terry Frost
Brock
Charles Quigley
Hackett
Herbert Rawlinson
Graham
Forrest Taylor
Leeds
Stephen Carr
Morgan
Rusty Wescoatt
Elton
Charles King
Conrad
James Carlisle
Government Agent (uncredited)
Jack Deery
Council Member (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 15, 1948
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Spencer Gordon Bennet, Thomas Carr
- Screenplay & Story
- George H. Plympton, Joseph F. Poland, Arthur Hoerl, Lewis Clay, Royal K. Cole
- Original Score
- Mischa Bakaleinikoff
- Original Title
- Superman
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 4h 4m
- Production Studios
- Sam Katzman Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Spencer Gordon Bennet, Thomas Carr
George H. Plympton, Joseph F. Poland, Arthur Hoerl, Lewis Clay, Royal K. Cole
Mischa Bakaleinikoff
Ira H. Morgan
Earl Turner
Sam Katzman
Department Leadership Roster
Spencer Gordon Bennet
Director
George H. Plympton
Screenplay
Joseph F. Poland
Screenplay
Arthur Hoerl
Screenplay
Lewis Clay
Screenplay
Royal K. Cole
Screenplay
Sam Katzman
Producer
Earl Turner
Editor
Ira H. Morgan
Director of Photography
Thomas Carr
Director
Mischa Bakaleinikoff
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Superman.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Superman
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Superman about?
Superman comes to Earth as a child and grows up to be his home's first superhero with his first major challenge being to oppose The Spider Lady.
Who directed Superman?
Superman was directed by Spencer Gordon Bennet, Thomas Carr.
Who stars in Superman?
The principal cast of Superman includes Kirk Alyn, Noel Neill, Tommy Bond, Carol Forman, Pierre Watkin.
When was Superman released and how long is it?
Superman was released in 1948 with a total runtime of 4h 4m.
Who composed the musical score for Superman?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Superman was composed by Mischa Bakaleinikoff.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Superman?
Superman holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).