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Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life is Calling, spine #1247, is now available on 4K in the Criterion Collection.

Known for his edgy stand-up comedy and his over-the-top film performances in movies like Stir Crazy, Superman III and See No Evil, Hear No Evil, Richard Pryor took on his most daring and personal work with the semi-autobiographic Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life is Calling. Mixing comedy and drama, Pryor wrote, produced, directed and starred in the story that held a mirror to his life, highlighting his struggles with addiction and his womanizing lifestyle.

Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life is Calling plot

Following a near-death experience, successful comedian Jo Jo Dancer has an out-of-body experience that allows his to watch and experience the highs and lows of his life. From childhood to fame, Jo Jo watches, helpless to intervene as he makes poor choice after poor choice.

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Pryor’s directorial debut...

Superman Movies At The Worldwide Box Office: From Christopher Reeve To Henry Cavill ( Photo Credit – Facebook )

Superman is one of the most popular superheroes ever, and over the years, several actors have appeared in that role. He is from DC Comics. James Gunn’s Superman will feature David Corenswet as Kal El. Before him, Henry Cavill appeared in the role, and people went crazy for him. Christopher Reeves, too, appeared as Clark Kent in multiple movies, but which of the films did the best commercially? Scroll below to find out.

For the uninitiated, the character was created by Jerry Siegel and artist Joe Shuster and debuted in the comic book Action Comics #1 in 1938. According to media reports, an independent studio, Lippert Pictures, released the first feature film, Superman and the Mole Men, starring George Reeves in 1951. In 1978, Christopher Reeve appeared in the part, and he has done three movies.

Henry...

Superman might be invincible, but Henry Cavill’s paycheck? Not so much. Fans of the Dcu’s Man of Steel have long debated if Cavill was seriously underpaid for donning that iconic cape. And yes, he probably was.

So, when you think Superman, you imagine sky-high paychecks, right? But Cavill’s earnings weren’t quite on the same planet as other big-name superheroes.

Henry Cavill in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (Credits: Warner Bros. Pictures)

Sure, he pulled in millions by the end, but when you stack his numbers against his peers (or even other Supermen) it’s hard not to go, ‘that’s it?’ Let’s dive into the receipts and break down just how much Cavill made flying around in tights and why it pales in comparison to others.

Inside Henry Cavill’s earnings as Superman in the Dceu Henry Cavill in Man of Steel (Credits: Warner Bros.

Although superhero serials and TV shows had been around for decades prior, Richard Donner’s 1978 version of Superman marked the first major, studio-funded DC feature film in Hollywood. The film’s commercial and critical success led to Richard Lester’s acclaimed follow-up, Superman II, solidifying the late great Christopher Reeve as a cinematic symbol of truth, justice, and hope. Over 25 years later, the events of the ridiculous follow-ups, Superman III and Superman IV: The Quest For Peace, were bypassed by Bryan Singer to accommodate Superman Returns, arguably ranking among the finest cinematic showcases for Clark Kent to prove his protective might. Sure, the movie isn’t as fun-filled or enjoyable as a children’s superhero outing should be, but, as far as restoring the luster into Superman’s cape and proving the comic book hero’s box office viability, Superman Returns did its job. At least, that’s how most critics and general moviegoers felt.

Annette O'Toole did a fantastic job playing Martha Kent in Smallville, but she raises an excellent point about one of the biggest missed opportunities of the show's run. Smallville first began airing on TV back in 2001, and from the first episode, it was clear that the show was onto something special. Instead of exploring the story of the Man of Steel, all grown up and saving the world from Metropolis, the series took a closer look at the early years for Clark Kent.

Long before donning his suit, Clark grows up in the not-so quiet town of Smallville, along with his adoring adoptive parents, Jonathan and Martha Kent. The series is a wonderful exploration of Clark Kent's life and his long journey to becoming the world's Superman, as he tries to juggle the stresses of being a teenager and a high schooler, while also developing superhuman powers. The show also...

All Superman Live-Action Movies Ranked (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Superman and Krypto officially took off with the first teaser trailer for James Gunn’s Superman, the inaugural entry in the all-new DC Universe. Donning the red cape for the first time is David Corenswet, whose transformation into the Action Comics hero has reignited excitement. As Superman’s legacy continues to reach higher layers in the sky, we look back at all the live-action Superman movies that have shaped the character’s cinematic history and, in a way, the superhero genre altogether.

From Christopher Reeve’s beloved portrayal to Henry Cavill’s modern take, these films have solidified Superman’s place as a cultural phenomenon, transcending him beyond the pages of comic books. The following list focuses exclusively on solo outings for the Man of Steel, excluding animated features or team-ups with crime-fighting leagues — or the Gotham-based “bat” vigilante billionaire whose mother...

It's difficult to overstate the impact of Richard Donner's 1978 blockbuster "Superman." Much has been written about how, without Donner's film and Christopher Reeve's Superman, we wouldn't have the modern blockbuster — all of which is true. But beyond the film's effect on Hollywood and the rise of blockbuster filmmaking, "Superman" was a truly special movie for so many other reasons.

Its innovative special effects actually fulfilled the movie's promise to make audiences "believe a man can fly," while Donner's respectful treatment of the source material seemed to transcend the comic book foundations of the film itself, resulting in a work that embodied the very values that Supes himself stood for: hope, justice, truth. "Superman" also proved every naysayer wrong, demonstrating that comic book material could make for successful Hollywood fare.

In the years since that original movie and its three sequels, we've had numerous cinematic iterations of the Man of Steel.

Colin Chilvers, a pioneering, Oscar-winning Hollywood visual effects artist who created movie magic for Superman, apocalyptic scenarios and even The Who’s Tommy, died November 19 in Fort Erie, Ontario, where he lived. He was 79.

His death was first reported Wednesday by the news station 101.1 FM in Niagara Falls, Ontario.

Among Chilvers’ more memorable feats were the effects that gave Christopher Reeve and Margot Kidder the illusion of flying in Richard Donner’s 1978 classic Superman, work that had him share in a team Oscar for Visual Effects.

In 1986, Chilvers created the dazzling trickery that allowed Michael Jackson to defy gravity by leaning forward 45 degrees with no visible means of support in the music video for “Smooth Criminal.” Chilvers directed the video, along with various other Jackson video collections.

Chilvers’ post-Superman credits from the ’80s through the 2000s also included Superman 2 and Superman 3, Bride of Chucky, X-Men and K-19: The Widowmaker.

Hollywood visual effects pioneer Colin Chilvers, who earned a Special Achievement Academy Award in 1979 for making Christopher Reeves as Superman fly, has died. He was 79.

Chilvers died Tuesday in Fort Erie, Ontario, according to his nephew, Chris Corbould, whose own VFX credits include Inception, The Dark Knight Rises and James Bond franchise movies like No Time to Die and Spectre.

“I am forever indebted to Colin as he instigated the start of my own career in special effects when he invited me onto the set of Tommy in 1974 when I was 16 years old and inspired me to make a career in the film industry,” Corbould told The Hollywood Reporter.

Chilvers was a director of special effects for Richard Donner’s 1978 classic Superman, which was shot partly in Niagara Falls and starred Reeves as Clark Kent/Superman and Margot Kidder as Lois Lane. Chilvers in a 2019 interview with the 15 Minutes With…...

Though the series aimed to modernize Superman, Smallville wasn't afraid to honor what DC media came before. The series, which followed a young Clark Kent (Tom Welling) and Lex Luthor (Michael Rosenbaum), often brought back stars from previous Superman media for roles ranging from small to huge. These characters sometimes had significant ties to their previous parts in the Superman universe, while others are just fun to see again after years, sometimes decades.

Ironically, Smallville later became the launchpad for other DC shows and movies to follow suit. Actors Joe Morton, Alessandro Juiliani, and most notably, Amy Adams went on to star in the Dceu, while others, such as Erica Durance and Alan Ritchson, joined other DC television projects. However, Smallville was the trendsetter in this regard. Here are the biggest Superman actor cameos on Smallville:

Annette O'Toole As Martha Kent Previously Portrayed Lana Lang

The most impactful returning...

Scott Glenn was so charmed by his “Eugene the Marine” co-star Jim Gaffigan that while filming a particularly wild fight scene, the 85-year-old modified a stunt so he didn’t accidentally kill the comedian.

“All that I was concerned with when we got to the end of this scene was making it physically as real as possible, but also as safe as possible,” Glenn says, during a Zoom conversation with Gaffigan for Variety. “For instance, I don’t know if Jim knows this, but at one point I put something called a ‘naked choke’ on him. I always made sure that my bicep was not really next to his carotid artery, because if you squeeze that thing wrong, you can very quickly halt blood going to the brain and hurt somebody permanently.”

For Glenn, it was just another day at the office — “You think about things like that,” he deadpans,...

Unlike Superman and Superman II, Superman III didn’t even bother teasing the next installment in the franchise. Really, by the time that movie’s end credits hit, did anyone even want another entry? Hadn’t the Salkinds done enough damage to the Man of Steel? And yet, as we all know, a fourth installment in the Superman series did indeed hit theaters…with a nearly unmatched thud.

If you remember from our previous instalment of What Happened to This Movie?!, Superman III was plagued with all sorts of problems both on and off the screen. So what happened this time around? Turns out, the series would be facing its greatest battles yet, with the rights being passed to another studio, its star only signing on so he could finance another movie altogether and the budget getting chopped in more than half!

And so, let’s suit up one more...

Considering the first two Superman movies made over $500 million at the worldwide box office, it was absolutely no surprise that a Superman III would take flight. Besides, it was promised in the closing credits of Superman II!

With the success of Superman and its sequel, superhero movies were in the earliest iteration of franchise mode. In short: strong box office numbers guaranteed another movie, no matter how bad it could possibly turn out. And Superman III is just about as bad as it could possibly turn out, generally ranking among the worst superhero sequels ever and a prime example of what happens to a series’ reputation when things go wrong with the script, cast and, hell, even the opening credits sequence!

So, let’s go from Superman to Super-Mean to Super-Machine as we find out: What Happened to This Movie?!

Superman III was announced at the 1980 Cannes Film Festival, well...

Less than a year out from Superman's release, I can't stop thinking about James Gunn's title for the Big Blue Boy Scout's hypothetical crossover with Batman. This Labor Day, Gunn posted a photo of Superman, Batman, and Robin on Instagram wishing followers a "World's Finest Labor Day." Naturally, the comments turned toward the DC Studios co-ceo's work. One commenter asked an important question: "Hi Mr Gunn, in the hypothetical case that a movie starring only Superman and Batman (teaming) came out, what would you call it? Superman and Batman or Batman and Superman?"

Rather than "ranking" Superman and Batman, Gunn revealed the perfect answer: "World's Finest." Back in 1941, Batman, Robin, and Superman met for the very first time in comic form. The title of that crossover is, you guessed it, World's Finest. Since Gunn's post, I can't help but eagerly await a Superman and Batman movie that hasn't even been announced yet.

At first glance, Superman III seems like an innocuous romp perfect for families – just another cheery Christopher Reeve vehicle about the Man of Steel saving the day, with many fans having forgotten about a particularly scary Superman scene in the film. It seems we weren’t alone in being unsettled by the creepy robot lady scene in […]

The Creepy Robot Lady Scene in Superman 3 Still Haunts Fans Written by Tito Pernalete for Fortress of Solitude...

Superman IV: The Quest for Peace has a rather negative reputation. It was released in 1987 and has gone down in history as one of the worst superhero movies of all time, bringing about a quiet, controversial end to the game-changing Superman movie franchise led by Christopher Reeve.

However, the infamous movie has aged rather well. Superman IV is a diamond, although it has a reputation for being rough. There are some high points that deserve to be appreciated.

Superman vs Lex Luthor

Superman and Lex Luthor are one of the most iconic hero/villain duos of all time. Lex famously faced off against Superman in Christopher Reeve's first movie, and played a much different but important role in Superman II. The character was absent from Superman III, leaving the fourth and final installment in the film series to finish their story.

That's exactly what happened in Superman IV: The Quest For Peace...

Superman, Superman II, Superman III and Superman IV are becoming slightly more affordable on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray: more here.

Last year, Warner Bros released a boxset of all four Christopher Reeve-headlined Superman movies, and not for the first time. What was new though was that this set brought three of the movies to 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray for the first time, and thus those who’d craved a high-def overhaul of Superman IV: The Quest For Peace could finally stop refreshing Amazon.

The set though – which included Superman, Superman II (both cuts), the wonderful Superman III (huge fan of that film) and the aforementioned Superman IV: The Quest For Peace – was only available in a posh Steelbook collection. As such, the price was north of £100 when it was released in the spring of 2023, and that’s proven to be a bit rich for many of us.

It’s taken a while,...

The last decade was quite bleak for Superman, as his rendition on the big screen was a major departure from the inspiring friendly figure that fans have come to love over the years. Fortunately, James Gunn is set to take the character back to its roots with the new chapter of DC. But before we head towards a more cheerful future, Gunn and DC Studios are embracing the past with Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story.

Christopher Reeve as Superman | Credit: Warner Bros Pictures

In a clip released Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story, Reeve’s son recalled the last interaction with his father before the actor’s tragic equestrian accident in ’95.

Matthew Reeve Recalled the Last Time He Saw Christopher Reeve on His Feet Christopher Reeve | Credit: christopherreeve.org

At a time when superhero productions were far from the norm, Christopher Reeve made people believe a man could fly, and even after decades,...

It’s been 20 years since we lost our beloved Superman star, Christopher Reeve. But with his memory still alive in our minds, a 2024 documentary titled Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story is revealing details about his devastating accident that left him paralyzed nine years before his untimely demise.

Christopher Reeve in 1978’s Superman | image: Warner Bros.

Featuring Reeve’s three children, Matthew, Alexandra, and Will, Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story showcased snippets of the actor’s free-spirited nature, which eventually led to his grotesque accident. Slated to release in theaters in September 2024, the documentary from Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui, moved much of its audience to tears with Reeve’s intimate home movies and an extraordinary trove of personal archive material.

Christopher Reeve: A Versatile Actor and Adventure Enthusiast

Delving into the early life of Christopher Reeve, right after he shot to fame with his iconic portrayal of Superman, Ian Bonhôte...

Superman's movie history has a selection of quotes that have aged poorly. Some quotes have aged poorly because of the movie they take place in and their continued perception. Other quotes have aged poorly because of evolving attitudes towards Superman, and societal expectations.

Though Superman is undeniably one of the most iconic figures in pop culture, some of his movie quotes haven't aged particularly well. As the Man of Tomorrow has always proved to be the quintessential superhero, its no surprise that hes been the figure at the center of the superhero genre since its cinematic inception. From the serials of Old Hollywood to the movies of the Dceu and beyond, Superman has become a major mainstay of cinema.

Over Supermans big-screen tenure, many different iterations of the character have appeared. With so many actors playing Superman in live-action, there have been many varied, iconic quotes over the years, though...

Annette O'Toole's portrayal of Martha Kent in Smallville was iconic and complex, influencing Superman's journey significantly. O'Toole left the series after her 6-season contract ended. Changes in Smallville's setting and focus on Clark Kent's independence made O'Toole's departure from the series sensible.

Annette O'Toole appeared in the DC Universe more than once, but her most memorable role was as Martha Kent on Smallville where she was featured for six seasons. The character appeared in many of Smallvile's most rewatchable episodes, and certainly became one of the most iconic depictions of Superman's terrestrial mother. Starring alongside John Schnieder's Jonathan Kent, the Smallville version of Superman's adoptive mother was complicated and took its time to unveil and establish the intricacies of Martha Kent's character.

Superman's mother is a complex role. The character's influence on Clark Kent has been explored throughout cinematic history, with the Diane Lane iteration serving as...

We all know who Superman is.

Superman, created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Schuster in 1938, wasn't the first superhero character in modern media, but he tends to be held up as one of the genre's central archetypes. His red wrestler's cape and red strong man's trunks, paired with his super strength and ability to defy gravity, have all become central symbols of what a superhero is, how a superhero should behave, and what a superhero looks like. Hundreds of thousands of superheroes have been invented since 1938, but many of those produced by mainstream comics outlets like Marvel or DC owe Superman a direct debt. In the same way that every on-screen Dracula is a riff on Bela Lugosi's performance in Tod Browning's 1931 movie, Superman is either being enhanced or subverted by every comic book superhero character. But he is the mainstay.

Superman first made his way to the...

Prime Video is the place to be in August with an incredible month of new releases. The month kicks off with the premiere of the animated series Batman: Caped Crusader on Aug. 1. The series was produced by J.J. Abrams and The Batman‘s Matt Reeves. We also return to Middle Earth this month with the premiere of The Rings of Power season 2 on Aug. 29.

As far as movies go, the Amazon original Jackpot! arrives on Aug. 15 starring Awkwafina and John Cena. This comedy is set in a world where Lottery winners have to survive until sundown in order to claim their multi-billion dollar jackpot – anyone who kills them before that gets to claim their prize.

The Hobbit trilogy also joins the Prime Video library this month, as do 21 and 22 Jump Street, Superman I-iv, Superman Returns, Night Swim, Drive Away Dolls, and 10 Cloverfield Lane.

Here’s everything coming...

Despite its critical and commercial success, 1983's Trading Places has not received a sequel. Star Dan Aykroyd says he has written a treatment for the project and mused that he should resubmit it. Trading Places 2 could be a stronger possibility now that the Eddie Murphy legacy sequel Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F is a hit.

The possibility of a Trading Places sequel has gotten an encouraging update from Dan Aykroyd. The original 1983 movie, which was directed by John Landis, starred Aykroyd as hustler Billy Ray Valentine opposite Eddie Murphy as executive Louis Winthorpe III, who essentially swap lives when Winthorpe is framed for a crime. The comedy's ensemble cast also included Ralph Bellamy, Don Ameche, Denholm Elliott, and Jamie Lee Curtis. Although the movie was both a critical and commercial success, the possible Trading Places 2 has failed to materialize in the four decades since its release.

Per Collider, Dan Aykroyd...

Action Comics #1066 recreates a disturbing scene from Superman III, featuring Brainiac assimilating Lena Luthor. The creative team delivers an even more nightmarish version of the scene, emphasizing Brainiac's sinister nature. The artwork by Sandoval, Mendonca, and Sanchez brings the horrifying scene to life, evoking nostalgia and terror.

Warning: contains spoilers for Action Comics #1066!I cannot believe that DC put a new spin on a scene from Superman III that gave me nightmares as a kid. The Christopher Reeve Superman films were staples of my childhood, and my introduction to the Man of Steel. These movies were chock-full of spectacular visuals, but one from Superman III is pure nightmare fuel, and DC recreates it in horrific detail in Action Comics #1066.

Action Comics #1066 is written by Joshua Williamson and drawn by Rafa Sandoval and Miguel Mendonca. Brainiac is fighting the entire Superman family, as well as Lex Luthor. Lena Luthor is also on board Brainiacs ship,...

Superman IV: The Quest for Peace is the lowest-grossing Superman movie even when adjusted for inflation, thanks to its poor critical reception. Superman III, Superman Returns, and Superman II all performed better at the box office than Superman IV: The Quest for Peace when adjusted for inflation. Man of Steel, the Dceu's reboot of Superman, holds the highest box office total for a Superman movie but comes second to 1978's Superman when adjusted for inflation.

The many Superman movies have had varying degrees of success at the box office, but how do they rank among one another when adjusted for inflation? The box office performance of Superman movies has often been at the forefront of superhero cinema. Richard Donner's Superman arguably kickstarted the so-called Golden Age of superhero movies, while franchises like the Dceu positioned the Man of Steel at the center of a sprawling franchise.

Even upcoming DC...

My Adventures With Superman provides a balanced and engaging Superman vs Brainiac battle, helping addressing the villain's lack of screen time in the world of films. Brainiac's unique psychological battle with Superman in My Adventures With Superman season 2, episode 8 creates a compelling conflict, highlighting the character's potential in the DC Universe. The show's tweaks to Brainiac - seemingly making him a Kryptonian AI - offer a fresh perspective on the character.

My Adventures With Superman has brought a truly engrossing on-screen Superman vs Brainiac battle into its story, helping balance out the DC villain's lack of screentime compared to many of the Man of Steel's other major antagonists. As a hyper-intelligent alien capable of capturing entire cities and shrinking them down into part of his unethical collection, Brainiac seems like a figure who'd be a first pick when it comes to Superman shows or movies. However, the character has...

While the late Christopher Reeve gave one too many star-studded performances throughout his lifetime, perhaps his most well-known one to date is the Superman film series. Originally helmed by Richard Donner, the first two movies in the film series were true pieces of masterworks. However, the third one wasn’t quite up to the mark and even fared the least among fans and critics.

Christopher Reeve in his Superman film series. | Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures.

The reasons behind this failure were many. While Donner getting replaced midway with Richard Lester was one thing that led to the script facing a tumultuous fate, what further led to the film’s downfall were certain elements of this third installment. One of these troublesome elements was Richard Pryor’s casting in it as Gus Gorman, as Reeve himself admitted in his autobiography.

Christopher Reeve Feels Richard Pryor’s Casting Doomed Superman III

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As the cameras continue to roll on James Gunn‘s highly anticipated Superman film, a special connection to the franchise’s iconic past has emerged. The son of legendary Superman actor Christopher Reeve, Will Reeve, has been confirmed to make a cameo appearance in the future DC Studios production.

The production, which is filmed in Cleveland, has unveiled Reeve’s involvement, with the young journalist set to portray a Metropolis TV reporter in the movie. This casting decision serves as a tribute to the Reeve family’s legacy within the Superman mythos.

Christopher Reeve’s portrayal of the Man of Steel in the 1970s and 1980s remains one of the most iconic interpretations of the character in cinematic history. His lookalike son, Will Reeve, has followed a different path and made a name for himself as a correspondent for ABC News. However, this cameo role allows Reeve to honor his...

Be still, our sweating wallets: Lego has announced a 1,497-piece Jaws Lego set, which includes everything you need to recreate the film’s third act.

To celebrate the open Amityville beaches on this, the 4th July, Lego has announced a 1,497-piece Jaws set. It is, as you’ve probably gathered, based on Steven Spielberg’s 1975 classic, and contains everything you need to recreate its third act. In other words, you’ll be able to build the Orca boat and the three heroes that set off in it – so you’ll get minifigs based on Chief Brody (Roy Scheider), Hooper (Richard Dreyfuss) and Quint (Robert Shaw).

Most importantly, you’ll be able to build a Great White shark (which you can call Bruce if you like), and there are even a few yellow barrels among the accessories included with the set. Released in August (on the 3rd for Lego Insiders members...

James Gunn’s Superman has added Will Reeve, son of the late Superman star Christopher Reeve, in a cameo role, according to local reporting out of Cleveland, where production is currently in motion.

While reps for Warner Bros and DC could not be reached for comment, the younger Reeve will reportedly be playing a TV reporter, which is fitting given his real-world work as a correspondent for ABC News.

Reeve’s father Christopher is indelibly linked to the Superman franchise, having become the definitive portrayal of the iconic superhero for an entire generation. His relationship with the franchise began in 1978, when he was cast as the titular character in Richard Donner’s Superman: The Movie, and he went on to don the cape in three sequels between 1980 and 1987: Superman II, Superman III, and Superman IV: The Quest for Peace.

The elder Reeve’s story is at the heart of Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story,...

A number of actors have donned the red-capped character of Superman, but only a few have managed to leave a long-lasting impact on the audience’s hearts. From Henry Cavill and Kirk Alyn to Dean Cain, actors have presented their own version of the iconic hero on the silver screen.

Christopher Reeve as Superman || Warner Bros.

There have been ten live iterations of the red-capped superhero so far, with David Corenswet playing the 11th one in the upcoming Superman, directed by James Gunn. Despite that, even after all these years and many actors having played the role, the late Christopher Reeve remains a fan favorite.

This one picture featuring Christopher Reeve can make any fan emotional

Based on multiple Reddit and Twitter fan pages, it is clear that many people regard Christopher Reeve as the original Superman. The actor initially donned the Man of Steel suit in Richard Donner’s...

DC has an uneven history when it comes to casting its superheroes and villains in movies But even in otherwise forgettable DC movies, some actors shine The likes of Jim Carrey, Margot Robbie, and Halle Berry have put in performances better than the films they starred in

Throughout the DC Universes history of film adaptations, there have been several instances of excellent casting choices that were perhaps the only good decisions in otherwise poor films. Given the cultural impact and visually spectacular nature of the genre, it is no surprise that DCs various properties lend themselves well to film, with theatrical movies and film serials bringing the comic source material to the realm of live-action for decades. While many of DCs films have had a winning combination of compelling storytelling and actors, others may only be remembered for the latter.

The superhero genre was a risky curiosity for decades before...

A new documentary exploring the life of Superman actor Christopher Reeve is due to be released in cinemas this November. More on the film below.

Warner Bros is bringing Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve story to UK cinemas from 1st November. Directed by Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui, the film looks at Reeve’s career and life, especially after the severe accident that left the actor a quadriplegic.

The documentary will include not just never-before-seen material and Reeve’s home movies, but interviews with his colleagues and friends.

Reeve starred in four Superman films and many still consider him the definitive Man of Steel. He first appeared in 1978’s Superman, which was followed by three sequels. This was decades before Marvel Studios, so while Superman wasn’t the first comic book movie, there wasn’t really a blueprint for how to make one.

Read more: Superman III and childhood nightmares...

Brainiac is a thrilling supervillain in My Adventures with Superman, where he's an unstoppable force that cannot be bargained or reasoned with. Despite his long comic book history and previous attempts to bring him to the big screen, Brainiac hasn't appeared in a live-action Superman movie yet. James Gunn's Superman could link its antagonists to Brainiac, who could arrive to conquer Earth in a future Dcu sequel.

My Adventures with Superman proves how much every live-action Superman movie has wasted an iconic DC supervillain, and it shows how the Dcu's Superman sequels can use him. The animated series My Adventures with Superman presents a fresh take on Superman's DC lore with a focus on Clark Kent, Lois Lane, and Jimmy Olsen's early stories together. My Adventures with Superman seasons 1 and 2 have introduced its take on various DC villains such as Deathstroke, Parasite, and Mr. Mxyzptlk, but there's one...

Since the dawn of Superman’s cinematic journey, starting with Christopher Reeve, the iconic DC Comics character, has seen a revolving door of actors donning the superhero suit. But in recent years, with a rapid succession of actors stepping into Superman’s boots, DC Studios flew from Brandon Routh to Henry Cavill in no time, while finally settling on David Corenswet, for now.

Brandon Routh in Superman Returns (2006) | Warner Bros., DC Studios

Considering David Corenswet’s upcoming role as Superman in James Gunn’s reboot, much like Brandon Routh had previously shared his words of wisdom for the star in 2023, the actor once again dropped his opinion at Ace Superhero Comic Con 2024.

Brandon Routh’s Words of Wisdom for David Corenswet

Ahead of Henry Cavill’s Superman era, Brandon Routh was known for donning the iconic cape and the suit as DC’s Superman in 2006’s Superman Returns. But unfortunately,...

Steel is the lowest-earning DC movie ever, making only $1.8 million worldwide on a $16 million budget. As Superman's most virtuous successor, DC Comics' John Henry Irons has plenty of potential for a modern reboot. Nowadays, lesser-known comic book characters have more opportunities to shine than ever before, and Steel could be a star in James Gunn's Dcu.

Enough time has passed since Steel's abysmal release to warrant another DC movie attempt. From 1951's Superman and the Mole Men to Tim Burton's Batman, Richard Donner's Superman, and Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight trilogy, DC movies released before the Dceu and the Dcu mostly focused on the company's two most famous superheroes, Batman and Superman. Some exceptions to this rule were 1982's Swamp Thing and its 1989 sequel The Return of Swamp Thing, as well as 2005's Constantine, 2010's Jonah Hex, and 2011's Green Lantern.

In other cases, non-franchise standalone DC...

Christopher Reeve’s reputation as one of Hollywood’s kindest souls extended beyond his iconic roles. His generosity and warmth touched everyone around him, whether on the grand stages of blockbuster films or the more modest sets of smaller productions. Annette O’Toole, who shared the screen with him in Superman III, fondly recalls how Reeve’s genuine kindness brightened not only the filming experience but also off-camera moments.

Christopher Reeve as Superman in 1978’s Superman | Warner Bros Pictures

For those fortunate enough to collaborate with him, each interaction was a reminder of his extraordinary character and the lasting impact of his selflessness.

This First Interaction of Christopher Reeve with Annette O’Toole Further Proves Why He Is a Legend

In an Inside Of You podcast episode, Annette O’Toole, known for her role as Lana Lang, Clark Kent’s childhood friend, fondly recalled how Christopher Reeve once surprised her by...

In 1938, Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster debuted the character of Superman on the printed pages of Action Comics and watched it grow into one of the most popular characters worldwide. As of now, with hundreds of comic storylines and dozens of live-action movies, the DC icon has become a symbol of heroism and boasts recognition across the globe.

In many ways, the 1978 big-screen version of the superhero with Christopher Reeve at the helm and Margot Kidder as Lois Lane, kicked off an insatiable love for more of such outings.

Christopher Reeve as Superman | Warner Bros. Pictures

In the years to follow, the red cape passed down the hands of several actors with equally acclaimed actresses complimenting him as the character’s love interest. However, one of the biggest changes that Superman underwent was in 2013’s Man of Steel starring Henry Cavill and Amy Adams.

The film had its director Zack Snyder...

There is yet another Superman reboot on the horizon, this time courtesy of James Gunn and Peter Safran, and much of it is being kept under wraps. This is, dare I say, a good thing, because the last thing we need is yet another troubled Superman production. Despite the character's enduring cinematic legacy, almost none of his cinematic solo outings can be discussed without their lingering baggage: creative infighting, script leaks, casting rumor mills, and even the occasional director's cut long after release. For a hero that is seemingly impenetrable, the Man of Steel sure has taken a beating in development hell.

Part of the problem is that nobody can quite agree on who Superman is or should be. In the early days, Warner Bros. avoided bogging Superman down in comics lore. Then, when fans became outraged over creative liberties, the studio frantically tried to cater to them. Superman used to strive for a clean,...

By all accounts, Christopher Reeve was one of the kindest and most giving men in the business, something that so many of his co-stars and friends gave back. For those lucky enough to work alongside him on screens both big and small – even just once – it will always be a special moment. This holds true even in far lesser fare, as Superman III co-star Annette O’Toole remembers just how giving Reeve was even off the set.

Speaking with MovieWeb, Annette O’Toole – who played Clark Kent’s childhood friend Lana Lang – remembered the time that Christopher Reeve took her to a Simon & Garfunkel concert at Wembley Stadium while she was still trying to get acclimated to the environment. “[They] just kind of introduced me to the world as being part of this huge movie. And it was just a wonderful night, and he was so sweet all the time. He couldn...

"The Godfather Part III," "Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines," "Jaws 3-D," "Superman III" ... there are tons of examples of film trilogies that feature a dramatic drop in quality in their third entries. "Beverly Hills Cop III" definitely belongs on that list; the 1994 stinker, directed by John Landis, plopped Eddie Murphy's beloved fish-out-of-water Detroit cop character Axel Foley back in Beverly Hills, but this time, it takes place largely in a ... theme park. Thanks to scripting issues and scheduling problems, the film also broke up the beloved trio of Murphy, John Ashton, and Judge Reinhold, the latter of whom play Taggart and Rosewood, the Beverly Hills police officers who go from being Axel's pesky babysitters in the first movie to lifelong pals and de facto partners in the second. Ashton dodged a bullet by not appearing in the third film at all, and that movie's lousy script didn't do...

Available starting today on Blu-ray, DVD, and Digital, we have an exclusive look at the restored version of We Go On, from directors Jesse Holland and Andy Mitton.

"Paralyzed by his fear of dying, Miles Grissom (Clark Freeman) offers a cash reward to the first person who can show him a ghost, an angel, a demon, or anything to prove the existence of an afterlife. He narrows responses down to three candidates - a scientist, a medium, and a worldly entrepreneur. And along with his fiercely protective mother (Annette O'Toole), he embarks on an adventure that will spiral into an unthinkable nightmare.

From Jesse Holland and Andy Mitton, the directors of the chilling YellowBrickRoad, comes a supremely accomplished supernatural thriller, “one of the most gripping paranormal explorations that cinema has seen in years” (Fantasia Int’l Film Festival) and winner of Audience Awards at Dances with Films and the Dead by Dawn Horror Film Festival,...

The Dcu will reboot with an all-new shared universe, showcasing familiar heroes like Superman and Batman alongside lesser-known characters. Co-CEOs James Gunn and Peter Safran are taking risks by adapting lesser-known heroes like Swamp Thing and The Authority. The upcoming film "Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow" has the potential to redeem the 1984 movie's box office failure.

The Dcu will play host to a hero in 2026 who once starred in DC's 4th-lowest-grossing movie. Now that the Dceu is over, the Dcu is poised to reboot the cinematic franchise with an all-new shared universe featuring a slew of familiar DC characters alongside some lesser-known ones that have never or rarely been seen on the big screen. Superman and Batman are among the most famous of DC's heroes on the confirmed Dcu release slate so far, both of which have a proven ability to draw crowds.

DC Studios' Co-CEOs, James Gunn and Peter Safran,...

As David Corenswet Debuts As Superman, Here’s A Look At Every Actor Who Has Played The Superhero So Far

David Corenswet has officially made his debut in the Superman suit as his first look from the upcoming eponymous film has been revealed. James Gunn, the writer-director of the film and the Co-CEO of DC Studios, unveiled the look himself. Now that David Corenswet is playing a new version of the Man of Steel, he has a legacy to live up to, as a number of actors have taken on the costume in the past.

Superman’s screen history goes way back to the 1940s when the first live-action film serial based on the DC superhero arrived in cinemas. Since then, the baton has been passed down from generation to generation, with each actor bringing their own charisma to the character. Let’s have a look at all the actors...

Wes Craven almost directed Superman IV, but left due to creative differences with Christopher Reeve. Craven's dark sensibilities could have revitalized the Superman character and offered a unique take. If Craven had directed Superman IV, the film might have been darker or satirical in tone.

Wes Craven is widely revered as a horror auteur, but the Nightmare on Elm Street director could have once helmed a DC project like Superman in the 1980s. Even if he actually took on the project, this wouldnt have been Cravens first comic book film. Before being considered for a live-action Superman movie, Craven had already directed the 1982 cult classic Swamp Thing. Based on the DC comic series of the same name, Cravens superhero movie initially polarized critics but became a major success on home video and cable, and even spawned the 1989 sequel The Return of Swamp Thing.

But while Swamp Thing is a more niche character,...

Brainiac debuts with an army of drones in Action Comics #1064, increasing his threat level for a potential movie adaptation. The "House of Brainiac" storyline kicks off, featuring a chaotic and unpredictable attack from Brainiac's drones alongside deadly Czarnians. The new attack style catches Superman and his allies off guard, making Brainiac more dangerous and unpredictable than ever.

Warning: Spoilers for Action Comics #1064!More than 60 years after he debuted in the comics, Hollywood may finally be ready to bring Brainiac, one of Superman's biggest enemies, to the big screen. There have been numerous instances where Warner Bros. nearly adapted Brainiac for the movies, most notably Richard Donner's original vision for Superman III (which itself was adapted to the comics). Alas, to this day, nothing has come to fruition.

As difficult as Brainiac has been to adapt for movies, DC Comics may have given the Superman villain exactly what he needs...

Man of Steel was the movie that propelled Henry Cavill to global popularity, but even though he nailed the role of Superman/Clark Kent, he could not have done some of the emotional scenes without the help of his costars. The actor credits veteran stars Diane Lane and Kevin Costner for helping him out.

Henry Cavill in Man of Steel

The pair portrayed Jonathan and Martha Kent, the adoptive parents of Superman. As someone who has been in the industry longer than Cavill, they understand the difficulty of delivering tricky scenes, so they were both ready to assist the younger star.

Henry Cavill Reveals How Diane Lane and Kevin Costner Assisted Him In Man Of Steel

Speaking with Interview Magazine, actor Henry Cavill shared how Diane Lane and Kevin Costner were willing to help him while filming his scenes in Man of Steel.

“They’re both really good people and enormously giving.

Fans have always talked about Henry Cavill’s relationships, but nothing was more controversial than when he dated a teenage university student. He was 32 when he first met Tara King, then a 19-year-old freshman at Bristol University in England.

Henry Cavill in Man of Steel

At the time, Cavill was already known as Superman and had a steady footing in Hollywood. He met the art history student at a London nightclub in 2015. They were also spotted hanging out at a rugby match at Twickenham. It wasn’t until February 2016 when they publicly appeared as a couple at Vanity Fair’s Oscars party.

Henry Cavill In His 30s Once Dated A Teenager

During his candid interview with Elle Magazine, actor Henry Cavill talked about his relationship with Tara King. Their age gap has become the concern of the public, though the Man of Steel star was not really bothered by it.

Superman’s future looks considerably brighter as James Gunn prepares the new version of the DC Universe. Further, even Jack Quaid’s 2023 animated TV series My Adventures With Superman, featured the superhero as a heartfelt and charming one. To be specific, ever since the end of Henry Cavill’s Man of Steel era, the fan-favorite character has witnessed bright and positive days.

Jack Quaid as Hughie Campbell in The Boys

The grim and gritty Superman is now considered a thing of the past. With James Gunn promising to bring a more hopeful Kryptonian, Henry Cavill’s gritty version is now history. However, despite starring as the Last Son of Krypton in the PG-rated 2023 animated TV series, Jack Quaid offered his rare support to Cavill’s grim version of Kal-El. Although he preferred starring as the positive and proactive version, he has nothing against the darker versions of Superman.

Jack...