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Superman III

1983·Movie·PG·125 min·5.5(1,885)

If the world's most powerful computer can control even Superman...no one on earth is safe.

Aiming to defeat the Man of Steel, wealthy executive Ross Webster hires bumbling but brilliant Gus Gorman to develop synthetic kryptonite, which yields some unexpected psychological effects. Between rekindling romance with his high school sweetheart and saving himself, Superman must contend with a powerful supercomputer.

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Where to watch Superman III in United States

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CanadaStarz Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo
AustraliaHBO Max, HBO Max Amazon ChannelJustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video
GermanyHBO Max, HBO Max Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
FranceMolotov TV, Cine+ OCS Amazon Channel , SFR PlayApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD
SpainAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with AdsApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies
BrazilHBO Max, HBO Max Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
JapanHulu, U-NEXT, HBO Max on U-NextAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies

About Superman III

Superman III is a 1983 English-language comedy, science fiction and action film directed by Richard Lester. The cast is led by Christopher Reeve, Richard Pryor, Annette O'Toole. It has a runtime of 2h 5m. Viewers rate it 5.5/10 across 1900 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, HBO Max.

Superman III was produced by Dovemead Films and Alexander and Ilya Salkind Productions and made in United States of America and United Kingdom. It was released on June 17, 1983, and carries a PG certification. Made on a budget of about $39 million, it went on to gross $80 million worldwide.

Director
Richard Lester
Writers
Leslie Newman, David Newman
Release date
June 17, 1983
Original language
English
Age rating
PG
Status
Released
Country
United States of America, United Kingdom
Budget
$39 million
Box office
$80 million
Production
Dovemead Films, Alexander and Ilya Salkind Productions
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Superman III cast & crew

Superman III was directed by Richard Lester and written by Leslie Newman and David Newman.

The cast features Christopher Reeve as Clark Kent / Superman, Richard Pryor as August 'Gus' Gorman, Annette O'Toole as Lana Lang, Robert Vaughn as Ross Webster, Annie Ross as Vera Webster, and Pamela Stephenson as Lorelei Ambrosia.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Ken Thorne, cinematography is by Robert Paynter, and it was produced by Pierre Spengler and Ilya Salkind.

Is Superman III worth watching?

Superman III holds an audience score of 5.5/10 from 1,885 ratings, a more divisive comedy films.

At 2h 5m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy comedy, science fiction, and action, Superman III is worth a place on your watchlist.

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Cast of Superman III

Christopher Reeve

Christopher Reeve

Clark Kent / Superman

Richard Pryor

Richard Pryor

August 'Gus' Gorman

Annette O'Toole

Annette O'Toole

Lana Lang

Robert Vaughn

Robert Vaughn

Ross Webster

Annie Ross

Annie Ross

Vera Webster

Pamela Stephenson

Pamela Stephenson

Lorelei Ambrosia

Gavan O'Herlihy

Gavan O'Herlihy

Brad Wilson

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Paul Kaethler

Ricky Lang

Jackie Cooper

Jackie Cooper

Perry White

Margot Kidder

Margot Kidder

Lois Lane

Marc McClure

Marc McClure

Jimmy Olsen

Helen Horton

Helen Horton

Miss Henderson

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Superman III — FAQs

Where can I watch Superman III in United States?

Superman III is streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, HBO Max in United States.

Is Superman III on HBO Max Amazon Channel?

Yes — Superman III is currently available on HBO Max Amazon Channel in United States.

What language is Superman III in?

Superman III is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Italian, Spanish. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Superman III?

Superman III runs 2 hours 5 minutes (125 minutes).

What is Superman III rated?

Superman III is rated PG. It holds a 5.5/10 audience score from 1,885 ratings.

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