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Superman (1978)

Movie143 minRated PG

IMDb7.4/ 10

Where to watch Superman in Australia

Superman is streaming in Australia on HBO Max (subscription). You can also rent or buy it on Apple TV from $4.99 and Fetch TV from $4.99.

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Availability checked 9 November 2026. Streaming availability data from JustWatch.

About Superman

Mild-mannered Clark Kent works as a reporter at the Daily Planet alongside his crush, Lois Lane. Clark must summon his superhero alter-ego when the nefarious Lex Luthor launches a plan to take over the world.

Year
1978
Genres
Drama, Sci-Fi, Adventure, Action
Runtime
143 min
Rated
PG
Director
Richard Donner
Top cast
Marlon Brando, Gene Hackman, Christopher Reeve, Ned Beatty

Superman release dates in Australia

Australian cinema release

Release dates: TMDB.

Cast and crew of Superman

  • Christopher Reeveas Superman / Clark Kent
  • Margot Kidderas Lois Lane
  • Gene Hackmanas Lex Luthor
  • Marlon Brandoas Jor-El
  • Ned Beattyas Otis
  • Jackie Cooperas Perry White
  • Glenn Fordas Pa Kent
  • Trevor Howardas 1st Elder
  • Jack O'Halloranas Non
  • Valerie Perrineas Eve Teschmacher
  • Maria Schellas Vond-Ah
  • Terence Stampas General Zod
  • Phyllis Thaxteras Ma Kent
  • Susannah Yorkas Lara
  • Jeff Eastas Young Clark Kent
Director
Richard Donner
Screenplay
Leslie Newman, Robert Benton, Mario Puzo, David Newman
Writer
Tom Mankiewicz
Story
Mario Puzo
Producer
Pierre Spengler
Original Music Composer
John Williams
Director of Photography
Geoffrey Unsworth

Cast and crew: TMDB.

Superman Collection, in release order

  1. 1.Superman14 December 1978
  2. 2.Superman II4 December 1980
  3. 3.Superman III17 June 1983
  4. 4.Superman IV: The Quest for Peace24 July 1987

Collection: TMDB.

Superman trailer

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Got a question about Superman?

Is Superman on Netflix in Australia?

No, Superman is not on Netflix in Australia right now. It is streaming on HBO Max.

Can I watch Superman for free in Australia?

No, Superman is not on a free service in Australia right now. You can stream it on HBO Max and rent or buy it on Apple TV from $4.99 and Fetch TV from $4.99.

Can I rent or buy Superman in Australia?

Yes, you can rent or buy Superman in Australia on Apple TV (rent from $4.99, buy from $14.99) and Fetch TV (rent from $4.99, buy from $14.99).