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On this super epic, super late, Superman packed episode we discuss each and every theatrically released Superman movies starting with Superman 1978 (0:50), and continuing with Superman 2 (9:00), Superman 3 and 4 (13:38), Superman Returns (17:16), Man of Steel (22:38), Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice and Justice League (25:00), and ending with our opinions on the newly release Superman 2025 (33:07).
Welcome back to the conclusion of the Christopher Reeve's Superman era! Not counting the horrid spiritual successor, Superman Returns, of course.Featuring the returning Lex Luthor (Gene Hackman), this movie sees Superman take over the world! Not really, but Superman does try to force the end of the nuclear age, and what could go wrong with that?Plus, we get what could have been a really cool villain (Nuclear Man). And we almost got to see Bizarro, but his scenes were cut...
James Gunn's Superman (2025) is in cinemas right now, and is really good! It has a wonderful central performance by David Corenswet, and is as colourful as it is hopeful, and we need that right now. As I'm off this week, it felt like a good time to revisit the late Christopher Reeve's iconic performances in Superman II, Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut, Superman III & Superman IV: The Quest for Peace.Technically the first ever quadruple-bill episode (if you also count the Richard Donner cut of Superman II, which we do), as voted for by Patrons of this podcast for, on the history and legacy of Superman II, Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut, Superman III & Superman IV: The Quest for Peace ! The sequels to the previous episode on SupermanSUPERMAN II was inevitable after Richard Donner completed 75% of the movie, filmed at the same time as Superman (1978). His work on the sequel was halted during Superman's production, but as Superman flew into the box office and became a critical and financial success, the sequel was fired up again... and Donner himself was unceremoniously fired from the movie by the Salkinds, and replaced with Richard Lester; a move that didn't go down well with the cast and crew...SUPERMAN II: THE RICHARD DONNER CUT came about due to the open secret of Richard Donner's material existing in a vault somewhere. After a few legal issues, notably with the estate of Marlon Brando for the production of Superman Returns, a new 2001 DVD version of Superman also led to the discovery of 6 tonnes of unused, previously lost material shot by Richard Donner for Superman II. In an unprecedented (at the time) fan campaign to see Donner's cut, it was finally released to acclaim in 2006...SUPERMAN III is less of a Superman movie, and more of a comedy vehicle for the late, great Richard Pryor, but that didn't mean it was easy to get made. A lot of people were still annoyed at the Salkinds for their treatment of Richard Donner, including Christopher Reeve himself. Reeve almost didn't return as the iconic character, but changed his mind and relished playing Superman vs Superman (which was also almost the title of the movie), but in retrospect it would be a movie he wouldn't have too much fun with, despite the slapstick tone...SUPERMAN IV: THE QUEST FOR PEACE would only be made after the Salkinds sold the rights to The Cannon Group; a production company known for making low quality movies en masse to make as much profit as possible. Cannon's plan though was big franchises: they bought Superman with the intent of spending $36 million on Superman IV. They were also making Masters of the Universe, the first big screen adventure for He-Man. But Masters of the Universe's financial woes would drastically affect Superman IV, with disastrous consequences for the Superman franchise, and leading to a 19-year wait for Superman to return...This episode was originally released on 16th November 2023Mentioned in this episode:From the ArchiveThere's no new episode this week, so I thought you might be interested in revisiting this slightly older, but no less brilliant episode. Just bear in mind, this episode is several years old, it may not sound quite as polished as newer episodes, and new information may have come to light in recent years with regards to the making of this movie (please see above for the original date of release) Please enjoy this time capsule of an episode. Thanks for...
Send us a textSuperman flies onto screens with a divisive splash as James Gunn attempts to resurrect DC's cinematic universe. Our hosts Michael, Addy, and a special guest dive into whether this fresh take soars or crashes under the weight of universe-building ambitions.What makes Superman so challenging to adapt? The team explores why this iconic character has struggled in modern cinema, comparing Gunn's approach to previous incarnations from Zack Snyder's gritty Man of Steel to Brandon Rauth's Superman Returns. They question whether any filmmaker can recapture the magic of Christopher Reeve's classic portrayal and if Gunn was the right choice to helm DC's rebirth.The conversation heats up around the film's juggling act of introducing too many characters while trying to tell Superman's story. "Instead of giving us 10 million different characters, why don't you just flesh out the rivalry between Lex Luthor and Superman?" one host demands. They debate the political messaging that becomes more apparent on second viewing, the on-the-nose dialogue about morality, and whether the stellar cast performances can save a script lacking nuance. With ratings ranging from a dismal 1/5 to a respectable 7.5/10, this spirited debate captures the polarizing nature of modern superhero cinema and what it means for DC's future.Subscribe, share your thoughts in the comments, and join our passionate community of movie lovers who aren't afraid to speak their minds about the films that shape our cultural landscape. Support the show
The Gorehound, Cuz, and Nick are back for a new installment for the Summer of Superman! This week, they check out the two attempted reboots for Superman: Superman Returns and Man of Steel. Are they any good? You'll see...
Happy Tuesday! With a new version of Superman hitting movie theaters, I was so happy to chat with one of my favorite Men of Steel this week - you guys, it's Brandon Routh! You know Brandon from playing Clark Kent/Superman in Superman Returns. He also played Daniel Shaw on Chuck, Todd Ingram in Scott Pilgrim vs. The World and Ray Palmer/The Atom across the Berlanti Arrow Universe. We talk about this in the interview, but I feel like Brandon's version of Superman maybe didn't get the appreciation it deserved at the time. It was interesting to talk with him about living up to the legacy of Christopher Reeve and how it feels to watch David Corenswet wear the blue cape. We also discuss how Brandon was able to find closure by playing Superman again in the 2019 Arrowverse crossover event “Crisis on Infinite Earths.” I really enjoyed this conversation and Brandon is such a lovely, grounded guy. I can't wait to see him in his new film Ick, directed by one of my favorite directors Joseph Kahn (who also directed me in the short Power/Rangers). Be sure to stick around after the interview for the hindsight, straight from a hotel in Vancouver. I am up in Canada shooting this week, I've always got time for a little chat with my producer Jeph and some fan comments and questions from the Mail Sack! Send me an email thesackhoffshow@gmail.com Produced by Rabbit Grin Productions Mail Sack Song by Nicolas @producer_sniffles Join us on Patreon! http://patreon.com/thesackhoffshow Power Rangers Short Film | https://www.josephkahn.com/project/7769/powerrangers ----------------------------------------------------- Support our Sponsors: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/SACKHOFF and get on your way to being your best self. Experience the world's #1 blanket with Lola Blankets. Get 35% off your entire order at Lolablankets.com by using code SACKHOFF at checkout.
Ian and Michael discuss Superman Returns, Man of Steel and Batman V Superman
On this week's episode Will, Ian and LOOK! It's A Bird, It's a Plane, It's NORA! She's back baybay! Chicago, illness, more illness, you can't keep her down! She's back and she watched her very first movie with-SUPERMAN pg-13 129 minutesDirected by: James Gunn. Starring: David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan, Nicholas Hoult, Alan Tudyk, Bradley Cooper, Michael Rooker, Angela Sarafyan, Skylar Gisondo, Wendell Pierce, Beck Bennett, Pom Klementieff, Michael Ian Black, John Cena, Neva Howell, Pruitt Taylor Vince, Mikaela Hoover, Frank Grillo, Edi Gethegi, Nathan Fillion, Isabela Merced, Millie Alcock, Sean Gunn and Many Other Talented People!00:00:30- Welcome Back NORA!00:01:30- First Thoughts00:15:00- Whatcha Been Watchin'? (Ian- Superman: The Movie, Murderbot, South Park. Nora- Days of Thunder, Cocktail, The Color of Money, Minority Report, Tropic Thunder, Far and Away, Love Island: USA, The Bear, Blue, Jurrasic World: Camp Crustaceous, Hard Ticket to Hawaii, Hard Eyes, The Rehearsal, Jurrasic World: Rebirth- Will- Man of Steel, Superman Returns.00:28:00- SUPERMAN00:31:30- Tasty Morsels00:36:30- Rating/Review01:04:00- Totals01:04:30- Next Week/Bye!Patreon: patreon.com/THELastActionCriticsInstagram: @TheLastActionCriticsemail: Thelastactioncritics@gmail.comYoutube.comNext Week: Fantastic Four: First Steps
Intended as a legacy sequel to Superman I and II, Superman returns to earth after abandoning the earth and a pregnant Lois for 5 years! Working under the assumption she still received the kiss of amnesia, you would think this would set up an interesting plot for a movie, but...not so much.Thankfully, this podcast is significantly shorter than the runtime of Superman Returns (2006)! Come join us!
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This week, we conclude another round of chronological superhero film retrospectives with the original Superman reboot, 2006's SUPERMAN RETURNS! Topics include: Jon Peters, the long road to this movie getting made, Jon Peters, the unfortunate excellence of Kevin Spacey, and Jon Peters.
Join us for a "A SUPER (FAST) CONVERSATION ABOUT... Every Superman Film", where Korbin Zvokel and long time KHAP guest Jackson Mahuron will be watching *almost* every Superman film and discussing it very speedily.Superman (10:34)Superman II (20:57)Superman III (31:41)Supergirl (42:39)Superman IV: The Quest for Peace (53:30)Superman Returns (1:05:10)Superman vs The Elite (1:17:00)Man of Steel (1:27:56)Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (1:39:37)DC League of Superpets (1:50:35)Superman (2:01:37)Hosts: Korbin Zvokel and Jackson Mahuron https://linktr.ee/khapodcast https://linktr.ee/RoughCut_Pod
We Review: Superman (2025), Superman (1978), Superman II, Superman III, Superman Returns, Superman and the Mole Men, Superman: Red SonThe man of steel is back on the big screen with James Gunn's take on Superman. We review the film that kicks off the new DC film universe, before delving into our favorite depictions of Superman on the big screen. Subscribe on YouTube:www.youtube.com/@moviesshapedpodfollow us:www.instagram.com/moviesshapedpod/Chapters:00:00:00 Intro00:01:08 Superman Thoughts00:21:52 Superman (2025)00:52:40 Superman III01:04:00 Superman and the Mole Men01:15:42 Superman (1978)01:31:50 Superman II: Richard Donner Cut01:45:04 Superman Returns01:55:54 Superman: Red Son02:04:08 What Should Superman Do Next?02:06:48 Next Episode Preview & Outro
Train With Duane!This week on Geek Off The Street, we're trying out a new show that we're calling “Was it That Bad?” And we're launching it with the incredibly mid-tiered film, Superman Returns. We talk about our first time watching it and how we feel after watching it again and mostly discuss whether or not the movie deserved the criticism it received! All that and so much more on this week's exciting episode of the GOTS Official Podcast!Podcast Timecodes![4:15] What are we drinking this week?[5:45] Opening Thoughts and Facts[8:25] What did we think when we first saw it?[13:45] Superman Returns Positives[28:50] Superman Returns Negatives[28:50] Was It As Bad As We Remember?[46:00] Superman Returns Rating[53:30] What Are We Into This Week?[2:00:30] Rapid FireCheck Out These Books!When The Frog and the Snake Meet: A Killing Love! by J. Leroy Tucker!Wilbur Mckesson's Retribution!Greg Sorber's Mechhaven!Pax Machina Audio Book!Join Us In The Discussion!Email: thegeeksoffthestreet@gmail.comInstagram: @thegotspodSubscribe on Youtube! Like Our Facebook!Twitter: @thegotspodTrent Personal: @trentctuckerMusic: @erictucker__Stuff We Mentioned!Chikara Ramen!Trent Tucker Vlogs!To be Hero X!People We Mentioned! Tree of Dreams Music@chikara_ramen@badicalradness@lights.camera.rant@thenerdlounge2.0@gregerationx@author_wilbur_m@mcpodcast@z_daughter_of_light@mindmattermystery
Hey buddies, ears up here. The Justice Rats have assembled to spend the night with Superman. It's time to finally jump into DC Comics, and what better place to start than with the Man of Steel. 00:00 Start03:17 Superman (1978)12:27 Superman Returns (2006)20:24 Man of Steel (2013)31:06 Superman (2025)
Theo Harvey and Pacing Pete review James Gunn's 2025 Superman—$400 M opener, Corenswet's earnest hero, Hoult's cerebral Lex, kaiju fights, multiverse clues—then rank every big-screen Man of Steel and weigh the reboot's box-office future.00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction00:19 Superman in Pop Culture01:35 Expectations for the New Superman07:11 Box Office Performance and Predictions15:07 In-Depth Movie Review34:17 Setting Up the DC Universe35:09 Mr. Terrific's Introduction35:55 Metamorpho and Kryptonite37:11 Superman's Alternate Universe Twist39:03 The Boys and Black Noir41:06 Superman's Message Reveal50:07 Crypto the Superdog52:20 James Gunn's Unique Take on Superman58:31 Comparing Superman Portrayals01:01:27 Ranking Superman Movies01:05:12 Reflecting on Superman Returns01:06:47 Ranking the Worst Superman Movies01:08:06 Superman III and Richard Pryor's Role01:09:33 Superman Returns and the Donnerverse01:12:09 Justice League and the Snyder Cut01:14:37 Superman II: The Donner Cut01:19:13 Batman v Superman: Martha and More01:24:33 Ranking the Best Superman Movies01:35:54 Final Thoughts and Podcast Wrap-UpYouTube Video: https://youtu.be/d2Z86Fps3to#Superman2025 #JamesGunn #MovieReview #DavidCorenswet #LexLuthor #SuperheroMovies #DCU #DCUniverse #BoxOffice #PopCulture #Hollywood #Entertainment #Podcast #ShowVsBusiness----------Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.Looking to start your own podcast ? The guys give their equipment google list recommendation that is updated often Sign up - https://www.showvsbusiness.com/----------Follow us on Instagram - https://instagram.com/show_vs_businessFollow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/showvsbusinessLike us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShowVsBusinessSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuwni8la5WRGj25uqjbRwdQ/featuredFollow Theo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealtheoharvey Follow Mr.Benja on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BenjaminJohnsonakaMrBenja --------
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We're back with a super episode! This week, we take a look at Superman's cinematic legacy—starting with the classic Superman (1978), diving into Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut (2006), revisiting Superman Returns (2006), and tackling Man of Steel (2013). Then we jump into our full review of the brand-new Superman (2025), followed by a spoiler-filled discussion. We wrap things up with our “Who's the Best?” segment before closing out the show. Available now wherever you listen to podcasts!
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Welcome back to Cinemavino! In honor of the release of James Gunn's Superman, we take a look back at Superman Returns. Bryan Singer's is a superhero oddity: It's part legacy sequel and part reboot, and yet does neither with great success.We have strong opinions. Enjoy!
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Superman is high in the public consciousness today, so we’re taking a step back and looking at the movie series that many still site as the quintessential version of the character. In this episode we discuss all four of the Superman movies that starred Christopher Reeve as well as Superman Returns, a movie intended to... The post The 42cast Episode 244: Superlative Casting appeared first on The 42cast.
Superman is high in the public consciousness today, so we’re taking a step back and looking at the movie series that many still site as the quintessential version of the character. In this episode we discuss all four of the Superman movies that starred Christopher Reeve as well as Superman Returns, a movie intended to […] The post The 42cast Episode 244: Superlative Casting appeared first on The ESO Network.
For the next few days, We here at the Youth Critic Podcast will be running a special retrospective on the Superman movies From Superman The Movie to Justice League (2021) in the lead up to the new Superman movie from Director James Gunn. For this Second Episode, I'm joined by Kyle Arking and Shawn Eastridge as we talk about Superman Returns, The wild journey to get from Quest for Peace to Returns, why this didn't connect, and did people need Superman in 2006.BlueSky: @moviekale.bsky.social @kylearking.bsky.socialTwitter Handles: @Moviekale @theyouthcritic @ArkingKyle @YayShawnedormanHere's a link Shawn's Missing Frames Podcast: thenerdparty.com/missingframesMassive Movie Maniacs: https://open.spotify.com/show/4W2lmQmEhkDDohb5BOApC8Kyle's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@kylearking8918
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Superman has returned to the movies, so we thought it was a perfect time to revisit 2006's SUPERMAN RETURNS! The Bryan Singer-directed superhero sequel was meant to revitalize the Man of Steel's movie fortunes in the mid-aughts, but it failed to take flight, leading to nearly two decades of studio indecision. We certainly have some thoughts on this would-be-epic, from its fraught production history to its eventual evaluation, and we go through it all in this extended conversation, which you can listen to on its own or while watching along with us!
Frank and I saw Superman early this week and now we are ready to talk about it LIVE! They struggled to de sequels to Reeve's films. Superman Returns left audiences wanting more. Zack Snyder's Superman is still dividing people to this day. Did James Gunn FINALLY make a Superman that works? Watch us and find out!https://youtube.com/live/vTBFL8q2YHchttps://rumble.com/v6w0c42-did-superman-2025-finally-get-it-rigth-spoiler-review-hack-the-movies.html
Our month long look at Superman on screen continues. After the failure of Superman IV: Quest for Peace, Warner Brothers worked with half of Hollywood trying to reboot the franchise throughout the 90s and early 00s. Finally, they turned to X-Men director Bryan Singer, resulting in 2006's Superman Returns. Superman Returns introduced the world to Brandon Routh, another newcomer taking on the role of Clark Kent. Pitched as an “homage sequel” to Superman and Superman II, the film begins with Superman returning to Earth after a 5-year long search for any remnant of Krypton. Unfortunately for him, Lex Luthor is cooking up a new evil plan. Even worse? Lois Lane is engaged to someone else! Singer's film was both criticized and praised for an approach that gave greater focus to the romantic relationship between Superman & Lois as opposed to frequent action sequences. Our hosts break down whether or not this approach works, discuss Routh's performance, and consider this film's place in the superhero canon. Plus, our new social media manager Chelsie Padilla joins at the end of the show to share her thoughts on her favorite Superman film. Plus, our quick thoughts on F1, Elio, and Karate Kid: Legends! Who's your favorite Superman actor? Let us know at cinemaontappodcast@gmail.com!
WHO'S THE BEST SUPERMAN FROM THE MOVIES?! Become A Righteous Reject By Grabbing One Of Our Superman Inspired Apparel: https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Superman Biggest Cameos & Surprises: • SUPERMAN 2025 | The Major Cameos & Surpris... Superman Spoiler Review (Post Credits & Ending Explained): • SUPERMAN SPOILER TALK!! Post-Credits, Endi... Superman Out Of Theater Reaction (Movie Review) • Just Watched SUPERMAN & Still So Emotional... Who's the Best Superman?! Greg Alba & Coy Jandreau (DC Studios) go full Kryptonian as they RANK all the iconic Superman actors from the live-action movies and multiverse events! From Christopher Reeve's legendary run in Superman: The Movie, Superman II, III, and IV: The Quest for Peace, to Brandon Routh's emotional turn in Superman Returns and his triumphant return as Kingdom Come Superman in Crisis on Infinite Earths. They unpack Henry Cavill's DC journey in Man of Steel, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Zack Snyder's Justice League, and Black Adam (briefly). Then, it's time to talk about the future of the DCU with David Corenswet, the newest Man of Steel leading James Gunn's 2025 Superman. Plus, shout-outs to Tom Welling from Smallville and Crisis on Infinite Earths, and Tyler Hoechlin, holding it down on Superman & Lois and across the Arrowverse. Whether you're Team Reeve, Team Cavill, or placing your bets on Corenswet, this video celebrates the legacy, evolution, and emotional impact of each Superman performance. Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad: Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: FB: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Frank and Squeaks dive headfirst into James Gunn's Superman, the movie that's recharging DC with new energy and old-school heart. They break down everything—from the pacing that mimics a stack of comics, to character performances, visual highs and lows, and why this might be one of the most human versions of Superman we've ever seen. They also debate Guy Gardner's scene-stealing turn, Lex Luthor's layered villainy, the potential setup for Bizarro, and what it all means for the future of the DC Universe. This one's packed, passionate, and full of geeky joy. Timestamps and Topics: 00:00 Welcome and Opening Thoughts 00:27 Initial Reactions and Hype Level 01:13 Fast Pacing and Comic Book Feel 02:10 James Gunn's Signature Style 03:30 Thoughts on the Plot and Accessibility for New Fans 04:20 Lex Luthor's Role and Future Setup 05:36 All-Star Superman Comparisons 06:00 Kryptonian Parents Twist and Its Impact 08:30 Cancel Culture and Superman's PR Weakness 09:58 Mr. Terrific and the Unexpected Standout 11:00 Guy Gardner's Surprising Depth and Humor 13:15 Hawkgirl and the Performance Letdown 15:00 The New Superman: Human, Hopeful, and Heroic 18:16 Lois Lane's Portrayal and Rachel Brosnahan's Performance 20:00 Daily Planet Crew: A Bit Too Involved? 22:30 Nicholas Hoult's Lex Luthor and the Two-Layered Villain 25:00 Engineer and Ultraman Discussion + Bizarro Theory 29:00 Visual Storytelling and Cinematography Highlights 32:00 CGI Thoughts and Krypto's Role 36:00 Green Lantern Constructs: Unique and Personality-Driven 38:30 Superman's Power Progression and Final Battle 40:30 Tone and Themes: Can This Superman Fit with Batman? 43:00 Final Thoughts on Justice League Potential 44:00 Favorite Scenes and End-Credit Surprises 47:00 Final Scores and Rewatchability 50:00 IMAX Worthy? Our Theatrical Recommendation 51:00 Closing Remarks Key Takeaways: James Gunn's Superman blends nostalgic charm with a modern, fast-paced narrative. David Corenswet's Superman is emotionally grounded and feels deeply human. Lex Luthor, played by Nicholas Hoult, delivers a fresh take that balances public genius with private obsession. Guy Gardner and Mr. Terrific both exceed expectations, with standout scenes that highlight their personalities. The film's pacing mirrors a comic book run—nonstop but rewarding. The twist about Superman's Kryptonian parents adds emotional weight without breaking canon. Visual storytelling uses lighting—especially sunlight—as a powerful symbolic tool. Bizarro may be hinted at for future films, adding another exciting layer. While some characters like Hawkgirl were underwhelming, others like Krypto left a lasting impact. Quotes: “This is the Superman I pretended to be when I was running around the house as a kid.” – Frank “Lex Luthor isn't trying to rule the world—he's just obsessed with stopping Superman.” – Squeaks “It feels like you picked up a stack of DC comics and read them in one sitting.” – Squeaks “David Corenswet might be the most human Superman we've seen on screen.” – Frank Call to Action: Love what you heard? Make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode using #GeekFreaksPodcast. Help us reach more listeners by rating us on your favorite podcast app! Links and Resources:
With another Superman movie flying into theaters, the Plugged In team examines the Superman character, the phenomenon, and why this superhero has stood the test of time. They also talk a bit about Mario Kart World, a new/old favorite game that’s landed on Nintendo’s newest platform, the Switch 2. Then, they will reveal a little secret about The Plugged In Show. Click here to get your copy of the Plugged In team’s outstanding book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family! Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459) Read the full review: · Superman · Superman Returns · Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice · DC League of Super Pets · Justice League · Zack Snyder’s Justice League · Man of Steel · Guardians of the Galaxy · Guardians of the Galaxy 2 · Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3 · Captain America: The First Avenger · Captain America: The Winter Soldier · Captain America: Brave New World · Batman Begins · The Batman · Mario Kart World · Mario Kart 8 The Plugged In Tech Guide Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.
This week, the boys discuss the anticipation of Matt and Ian seeing Superman in an early preview screening, Paul rewatched Superman Returns, and we provide an extended breakdown of the Box Office Game standings. House KeepingBe sure to follow us on social media:FacebookTwitterInstagramBuy swag atTeePublicSubscribe to our exclusive contentMcSoss Private Reserve
This week on the Boxoffice podcast, presented by Irwin Seating, co-hosts Daniel Loria and Chad Kennerk recap the opening weekend of Jurassic World Rebirth and discuss the opening weekend forecast for Superman. Then in the feature segment, Daniel Loria is joined by Russ Fischer and Diogo Hausen to recap the history of Superman at the box office. Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro 01:00 Box Office Recap & Superman Forecast04:00 Sponsor Message05:03 Superman as a Difficult Franchise06:00 Superman (1978): Origins & Production10:59 Donner Fired & Superman II Fallout13:39 Casting Brando, Hackman, and Reeve18:33 Reeve, Kidder & the Film's Legacy29:22 Superman II: Creative Rift & Lester's Takeover35:59 Superman III: The Richard Pryor Detour43:07 Supergirl (1984): Off-Brand and Off-Track49:36 Superman IV (1987): The Canon Disaster54:41 Superman's Dormant Years (1988–2005)58:01 Superman Lives (Tim Burton & Cage)01:05:35 Superman Returns (2006): Reverent & Forgettable01:14:13 Man of Steel (2013): Alien Among Us01:31:32 Batman v Superman (2016): Franchise Overload01:45:29 Justice League (2017): Whedon vs. Snyder Cut01:52:53 The Flash (2023) & Multiverse Cameos01:54:20 Superman (2025): Hype vs. Hesitation
"Come to me, son of Jor-El! Kneel before Zod!" - General Zod (Superman II)In Episode #49 of the Comic Zombie podcast - Chris and Erik are joined once again by Justin Ache to talk some DC movies - this time we're delving into the long history of not-so-great Superman films, before James Gunn's long-awaited reboot...Superman Movies Discussed:Superman: The Movie (1978)Superman II (1981)Superman II: The Donner Cut (2006)Superman III (1983)Superman IV: The Quest for Peace (1987)Supergirl (1984)Steel (1997)Superman Returns (2006)Man of Steel (2013)Honorable Mention: "Superman and the Mole Men"?! (1951)And be sure to check out Erik's article on "Nearly Every SUPERMAN Ever... So Far!"(Episode edited by Erik Slader)The Podcasters will Assemble again... If you would like to be featured on an upcoming episode head over to: https://probablywork.com/podcasters-assemble/You can also join the discussion in our Discord serverSupport us on Patreon or Buy Our Merch!Network InfoThis podcast is a production of the We Can Make This Work (Probably) Network. Follow us below to keep up with this show and discover our many other podcasts! The place for those with questionable taste!Twitter | Facebook| Instagram: @probablywork www.probablywork.comEmail: ProbablyWorkPod@gmail.com
THIS MOVIE IS OUR KRYPTONITE. For many years after Superman IV, WB had struggled to get a new take on the Man of Steel off the ground. From Tim Burton's Superman Lives to J.J. Abrams' Superman: Flyby, nothing seemed to stick. It was only at the tail-end of the latter's existence that they decided to make a "direct" sequel to Superman II, with everyone recast and still taking place in modern day. What resulted was a movie that felt like it was written with melatonin for ink. Somebody save us. Come join Brian and Alec as they wrap up the Supermanathon with the movie that very may well have caused the public to be bored with the big blue boy scout -- SUPERMAN RETURNS!
In this special 2006 interview, we catch up with John Ottman, fresh off completing his remarkable dual role as both composer and editor for Superman Returns. In a rare behind-the-scenes conversation, Ottman reflects on the intense creative challenge of honoring John Williams' legendary Superman themes while composing a fresh musical identity for Bryan Singer's vision of the Man of Steel.
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With James Gunn's Superman flying into cinemas we bring you another DC Edition of MVM and take a special look at the 2013 Man Of Steel, to ask the question - is this the worst Superman movie of all time? We'll take you behind the scenes on why Superman Returns didn't work, and how the Snyderverse began! From Christopher Nolan taking charge, to the hiring of Zack Snyder, the casting choices, the Christian marketing campaign, and creating the controversial scene where Superman kills! We'll take you behind the page on the ever-changing timeline of DC Comics, how it keeps blowing up the universe and starting all over again, and what that means for Superman! Plus we've got a blow-by-blow deep-dive into the movie itself, pulling apart every scene and brining you tons of history and trivia on the different origins of Superman, the death and return of Superboy, the secrets of the Fortress Of Solitude, the history of General Zod, the superhero hiding in this movie, does Superman ever kill? and we'll find out why Krypton is the planet that doesn't shag! For awesome bonus episodes visit https://www.patreon.com/marvelversusmarvel marvelversusmarvel@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/marvelversusmarvel https://twitter.com/marvelversus https://twitter.com/robhalden https://robhalden.com https://will-preston.co.uk
With James Gunn's Superman flying into cinemas we bring you another DC Edition of MVM and take a special look at the 2013 Man Of Steel, to ask the question - is this the worst Superman movie of all time? We'll take you behind the scenes on why Superman Returns didn't work, and how the Snyderverse began! From Christopher Nolan taking charge, to the hiring of Zack Snyder, the casting choices, the Christian marketing campaign, and creating the controversial scene where Superman kills! We'll take you behind the page on the ever-changing timeline of DC Comics, how it keeps blowing up the universe and starting all over again, and what that means for Superman! Plus we've got a blow-by-blow deep-dive into the movie itself, pulling apart every scene and brining you tons of history and trivia on the different origins of Superman, the death and return of Superboy, the secrets of the Fortress Of Solitude, the history of General Zod, the superhero hiding in this movie, does Superman ever kill? and we'll find out why Krypton is the planet that doesn't shag! For awesome bonus episodes visit https://www.patreon.com/marvelversusmarvel marvelversusmarvel@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/marvelversusmarvel https://twitter.com/marvelversus https://twitter.com/robhalden https://robhalden.com https://will-preston.co.uk
We get ready for the release of James Gunn's Superman movie this week by finishing our own Superman trilogy with a look at Bryan Singer's Superman Returns, starring Brandon Routh, Kate Bosworth, James Marsden, Frank Langella and Kevin Spacey>Check out our other Super episodes" Superman:The MovieSuperman II:The Donner Cut The Socials:YouTube: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@moviepunditrypodcast7930Twitter: @movie_punditry@mikeymo1741@RDellBurnsThreads:@mikeymo1741@rdell47Facebook: https://wwww.facebook.com/MoviePunditryEmail:moviepunditry@outlook.comRandom Rewatch Letterboxd:https://letterboxd.com/mikeymo1741/list/random-rewatch/Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the copyright act 1978, allowance is made for "fair use" for purpose such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Any quoted media remains the property of the copyright holder. The opinions contain within are those of Movie Punditry. There is no paid content on this channel. Closing Music Cinematic Battle by REDProductions via Pixabay.com Rewatch music Opening Music: Electronic Rock (King Around Here) by Alex Grohl via Pixabay.com
The 2006 film Superman Returns is a movie The Film Buff has deeply explored, noting a significant shift in its approach to the established Superman character. In this episode, Peter poses a compelling question: Is Superman Returns a film ahead of its time? Skeptical? Let Peter explain why it might be.
Superman-ia Month continues, this time with the 2006 movie Superman Returns starring Brandon Routh and Kevin Spacey. BUT FIRST, we play a little game called Catch that Quotable. The crew talks about the top 20 movies from the New York Times' Top 100 movies of the 21st century. Bryan and Doug do some flyby reviews of Ironheart and Elio, which leads to a larger discussion of Disney's marketing strategy. Finally, we talk Superman Returns. Follow Us on Social Media: https://linktr.ee/FilmsInBlackandWhiteRemember you can join our patty family, and help produce the show by going to Patreon.com/filmsinblackandwhiteLinks: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2025/movies/best-movies-21st-century.htmlPlugs:Support the Mantra: Never Offended Always Humble - https://linktr.ee/MarcusJ.DestinThe LoveNerds - www.etsy.com/shop/thelovenerds
The Franchyze Boiz join in on the Superman Celebrations!! In the first part of their Superman franchise re-watch, Shawn, Brad, and Aaron take a look at the four Christopher Reeve films as well as Bryan Singer's Superman Returns.HOSTSShawn EastridgeBrad GullicksonAaron Prescott
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patreon.com/TheDirectPodcastDavid and The Direct's Klein Felt dive into the latest Superman marketing push and James Gunn's new quotes on the future of the DCU. Wonder Woman, Batman, & More! Then, The Direct's Russ Milheim joins David to review the 2025's How to Train Your Dragon remake. Finally, Matt is back to review Superman Returns, continuing the Superman Rewind Series.TIMECODES:0:00 - Ad1:07 - Intro15:20 - News56:31 - How to Train Your Dragon Review1:19:02 - Superman Returns Rewind SeriesThe Direct Extras YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@TheDirectExtrasThe MCU Top 5 Newsletter: https://thedirect.com/newsletter/Thank you all for hanging around and please be a friend, tell a friend.Visit The Direct: https://thedirect.com/Follow David on Twitter: https://twitter.com/daavidthompsonFollow Matt on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mattroembke
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