Superman Returns

Superman Returns

Superman Returns is a 2006 superhero film directed by Bryan Singer. It is the fifth and final installment in the original Superman motion picture series. The film serves as an alternate sequel to Superman and Superman II , ignoring the events of Superman III and Superman IV: The Quest for Peace . The film stars Brandon Routh as Superman, as well as Kate Bosworth, Kevin Spacey, James Marsden, Frank Langella, and Parker Posey, and tells the story of the title character returning to Earth after a five year absence. He finds that his love interest Lois Lane has moved on with her life, and that...
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quick facts
Release date:June 21, 2006
Directed by:Bryan Singer
Rated:PG-13 (USA)
Runtime:154 Minutes
Producer:Jon Peters, Bryan Singer, Gilbert Adler, Lorne Orleans
Editor:John Ottman, Elliot Graham
Music by:John Ottman
Cinematography:Newton Thomas Sigel
Screenplay by:Michael Dougherty, Dan Harris
Estimated budget:$204,000,000
Adapted from:Superman
Genre:Adventure, Action, Science Fiction, Fantasy

Cast of Superman Returns

Kevin Spacey
Kevin Spacey
Lex Luthor
Born:July 26, 1959
Age:52
Parker Posey
Parker Posey
Kitty Kowalski
Born:November 8, 1968
Age:43
Frank Langella
Frank Langella
Perry White
Born:January 1, 1938
Age:74
Marlon Brando
Marlon Brando
Jor-El
Born:Apr. 3, 1924
Died:July 1, 2004
James Marsden
James Marsden
Richard White
Born:September 18, 1973
Age:38
James Karen
James Karen
Ben Hubbard
Born:November 28, 1923
Age:88

Honors and Awards

YearAward Nomination
2006 Razzie Award for Worst Supporting Actress, Kate Bosworth
2006 BAFTA Award for Best Special Visual Effects, Jon Thum
2006 ADG Excellence in Production Design Awards - Feature Film, Guy Hendrix Dyas
2006 ADG Excellence in Production Design Awards - Fantasy Film, Guy Hendrix Dyas
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Film director of Superman Returns

Bryan Singer
Bryan Singer
Born: September 17, 1965
Age: 46
Education: The Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry, School of Visual Arts

Bryan Singer is an American film director and film producer. Singer won critical acclaim for his work on The Usual Suspects, and is especially well-known among fans of the science fiction and superhero genres for his work on the X-Men films and Superman Returns. Singer was born in New York City,...
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Music contributors for Superman Returns

John Ottman
John Ottman

John Ottman is an American film editor, composer and director. He is best known for his collaborations with film director Bryan Singer, acting as...
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Prequels and sequels to Superman Returns

Superman Returns
Superman Returns
2006
Untitled Superman Returns sequel
Untitled Superman Returns sequel

Filming locations for Superman Returns

Sydney
Sydney

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q:
    "Superman Returns" is of which genre?
  • A:
    The film is categorized as: Adventure, Action, Science fiction, Superhero and Fantasy.
  • Q:
    Who composed the music for the movie Superman Returns?
  • A:
    John Ottman and John Williams composed the musical score for the movie's soundtrack.
  • Q:
    How much was the estimated cost to make the film "Superman Returns"?
  • A:
    $204 million was the budget for this film.
  • Q:
    What is the motion picture, "Superman Returns" rated?
  • A:
    The motion picture is rated PG-13 (USA).
  • Q:
    Who wrote the script for the movie Superman Returns?
  • A:
    Jerry Siegel, Joe Shuster, Michael Dougherty, Dan Harris and Bryan Singer performed the film's screenwriting.
  • Q:
    What is the approximate runtime of the film "Superman Returns"?
  • A:
    The runtime is 154 minutes.
  • Q:
    What was the slogan for the movie, Superman Returns?
  • A:
    The movie's slogan was, "This Summer, The World's Greatest Hero Returns."
  • Q:
    Who produced the film, "Superman Returns"?
  • A:
    Gil Adler, Jon Peters, Bryan Singer and Gilbert Adler were the movie's producers.
  • Q:
    Which locations were seen in the film Superman Returns?
  • A:
    Locations used in the movie's production include Sydney.
  • Q:
    What film was the prequel to Superman Returns?
  • A:
    "Superman II" is the name of the movie's prequel.

Awards & Accolades

  • Saturn Award for Best Fantasy Film
    2006
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