Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story

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Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story

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Released Oct 11, 2024

1h 44m

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The story of Christopher Reeve is an astonishing rise from unknown actor to iconic movie star, and his definitive portrayal of Clark Kent/Superman set the benchmark for the superhero cinematic universes that dominate cinema today. Reeve portrayed the Man of Steel in four Superman films and played dozens of other roles that displayed his talent and range as an actor, before being injured in a near-fatal horse-riding accident in 1995 that left him paralyzed from the neck down. After becoming a quadriplegic, he became a charismatic leader and activist in the quest to find a cure for spinal cord injuries, as well as a passionate advocate for disability rights and care -- all while continuing his career in cinema in front of and behind the camera and dedicating himself to his beloved family.

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Critics Consensus

An affectionate retrospective on Christopher Reeve's bravery and heroism in his own personal life, Super/Man takes to the skies in inspirational uplift.

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A fitting tribute to a remarkable man, Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story soars with affecting superhuman strength.

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Robert Levin

Newsday

It's hard to imagine a better movie about Christopher Reeve.

Rated: 3.5/5

Dec 10, 2024

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Beatrice Loayza

New York Times

The actor, who is best known for playing Superman in the original 1978 film (and the three sequels that followed in the 1980s), gets a suitably comprehensive tribute...

Dec 9, 2024

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John Anderson

Wall Street Journal

A documentary about decent people, bewildering misfortune and how bad luck can have a ripple effect -- especially if you are lucky enough to have people who love you. If you don’t want to cry, you probably will.

Dec 4, 2024

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Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat

Spirituality & Practice

Story of the transformation of a superhero actor into a disability rights activist.

Rated: 4.5/5

Jan 9, 2025

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Frank Swietek

One Guy's Opinion

An affecting tribute to Reeve, an uplifting portrait of a man who responded to personal tragedy not with bitterness but a desire to serve as a symbol of hope to others.

Rated: B

Jan 7, 2025

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Dan Buffa

Ramble On With Buffa (Substack)

Christopher Reeve’s incredible story was long overdue for a documentary. Instead of all these different Supermans on screens big and small, it’s about time the OG stood up and showed us his superpower.

Dec 29, 2024

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Ray

This was such an inspiring and moving story! Life changing!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/29/24

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Justin E

One of the best movies that brought together inspiration and my childhood. A true hero!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/22/24

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MICHAEL M

Very heartwarming and learned alot about "Superman". He lived a good and rewarding life. He is very much missed.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/22/24

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Krystal

Great movie! It's really an amazing life he had! I cried both happy and sad tears.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/21/24

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Matt B

I haven’t cried so much at a documentary in I don’t even know how long

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/20/24

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Google

Awesome authentic story documented with pictures from Reeves adult life beginning of his career, personal life, followed by his struggle with being a paraplegic. He brought a lot of attention and resources to people who had spinal cord injuries.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

10/20/24

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The story of Christopher Reeve is an astonishing rise from unknown actor to iconic movie star, and his definitive portrayal of Clark Kent/Superman set the benchmark for the superhero cinematic universes that dominate cinema today. Reeve portrayed the Man of Steel in four Superman films and played dozens of other roles that displayed his talent and range as an actor, before being injured in a near-fatal horse-riding accident in 1995 that left him paralyzed from the neck down. After becoming a quadriplegic, he became a charismatic leader and activist in the quest to find a cure for spinal cord injuries, as well as a passionate advocate for disability rights and care -- all while continuing his career in cinema in front of and behind the camera and dedicating himself to his beloved family.

Director: Ian Bonhôte, Peter Ettedgui
Producer: Lizzie Gillett, Robert Ford, Ian Bonhôte
Screenwriter: Peter Ettedgui, Ian Bonhôte, Otto Burnham
Distributor: Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co: Jenco Films, Passion Pictures, Words + Pictures, Misfits Entertainment
Rating: PG-13 (Thematic Elements|Some Strong Language)
Genre: Documentary, Biography
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Oct 11, 2024, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 5, 2024
Runtime: 1h 44m

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