Max Fleischer's Superman 1941-1942
“This is a job for Superman!”
Synopsis
More than just a landmark in superhero animation, Max Fleischer's Superman shorts were no less than the foundation for so many shows that succeeded it. Playing in theaters in 1941-42, only a few years after the Man of Steel made his debut in Action Comics, these 17 exciting films were produced by Fleischer and made famous the phrase "This looks like a job for Superman!" At 10 minutes, each film had just enough time to run the opening credits, establish the threat, let Lois Lane make a headstrong rush into peril, and allow Clark Kent to change to his alter ego and save the day. The films show a remarkably dynamic and atmospheric storytelling style that enables them to hold up for modern viewers. At first the films followed a science fiction-fantasy theme, but not unexpectedly for that time soon focused on wartime concerns.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 7, 2009
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Max Fleischer, Dave Fleischer
- Original Title
- Max Fleischer's Superman 1941-1942
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 25m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Max Fleischer, Dave Fleischer
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Dave Fleischer
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What is Max Fleischer's Superman 1941-1942 about?
More than just a landmark in superhero animation, Max Fleischer's Superman shorts were no less than the foundation for so many shows that succeeded it. Playing in theaters in 1941-42, only a few years after the Man of Steel made his debut in Action Comics, these 17 exciting films were produced by Fleischer and made famous the phrase "This looks like a job for Superman!" At 10 minutes, each film had just enough time to run the opening credits, establish the threat, let Lois Lane make a headstrong rush into peril, and allow Clark Kent to change to his alter ego and save the day. The films show a remarkably dynamic and atmospheric storytelling style that enables them to hold up for modern viewers. At first the films followed a science fiction-fantasy theme, but not unexpectedly for that time soon focused on wartime concerns.
Who directed Max Fleischer's Superman 1941-1942?
Max Fleischer's Superman 1941-1942 was directed by Max Fleischer, Dave Fleischer.
Who stars in Max Fleischer's Superman 1941-1942?
The principal cast of Max Fleischer's Superman 1941-1942 includes Bud Collyer, Joan Alexander.
When was Max Fleischer's Superman 1941-1942 released and how long is it?
Max Fleischer's Superman 1941-1942 was released in 1941 with a total runtime of 2h 25m.