His name is Kal-El. He will call himself Clark Kent... but the world will know him as 'Superman'. I mourn the use of such economic and elegant phrasing. Simply and beautifully put.
Superheroes filmakers like Christopher Nolan, Sam Raimi, Bryan Singer, Zack Snyder, Ryan Coogler, James Wan and Patty Jenkins have told that Richard Donner was their inspiration.
@@stevenduering7155Correct. Richard Donner gave us " Superman:The Movie " from Warner Brothers / DC Comics from the minds of Jerry Siegal, Joe Shuster and Alexander Salkind. Christopher Reeve and Gene Hackman.
Once there was a civilization, much like ours, but with a greater intelligence, greater powers, and a greater capacity for good. In one tragic moment, that world was destroyed, but there was one survivor. Because of the wisdom and compassion of Jor-El, because he knew the human race had the capacity for goodness, he sent us his only son. His name, is Kal-El... ...He will call himself, Clark Kent... ...But the world will know him, as Superman! This year, Superman brings you, the gift of flight. "SUPERMAN: THE MOVIE"!
The #1 movie of my youth. It came ot 2 weeks after I turned 13.My grandmother took me to see it because my mom worked 24/7. Thanks mom and grandma. I miss and love you both. Oh yeah, I still have my Kryptonite rock I bought at Golden Age Collectables (still Seattle's #1 comic book store).
@@jorge3997 Richard Donnor, the director, got into constant fights with the producers lexander and Ilya Salkind over the film's budget. The actors all supported Richard, so the producers fired him out of fear that he would get Warner Bros. to cut them off the project and they hired comedy director Richard Lester to replace him.
Christopher Reeves made you believe a man could fly. Forget the CGI pieces, cranes and wires were the absolute catalyst for this movie and Reeves' ability to sell each flying scene is second to non. Still amazed at the chopper catch. Will always love this film.
R.I.P. Margot Kidder (Lois Lane). Soar high with Chris Reeve and the other members of the cast who are no longer with us. You helped bring the legend of Superman to life. Thanks for the memories.
RIP and long live Richard Donner (April 24, 1930 - July 5, 2021), aged 91 And RIP the cast members of Superman Christopher Reeve (September 25, 1952 - October 10, 2004), aged 52 Marlon Brando (April 3, 1924 - July 1, 2004), aged 80 Susannah York (January 9, 1939 - January 15, 2011), aged 72 Margot Kidder (October 17, 1948 - May 13, 2018), aged 69 Ned Beatty (July 6, 1937 - June 13, 2021), aged 83 Jackie Cooper (September 15, 1922 - May 3, 2011), aged 88 Glenn Ford (May 1, 1916 - August 30, 2006), aged 90 Phyllis Thaxter (November 20, 1919 - August 14, 2012), aged 92 Trevor Howard (September 29, 1913 - January 7, 1988), aged 74 Harry Andrews (November 10, 1911 - March 6, 1989), aged 77 Maria Schell (January 15, 1926 - April 26, 2005), aged 79 You will always be remembered as legends.
I can only imagine the hype of this trailer back but to this day it still gives me goosebumps. And they were right, Christopher Reeve made us believe a man could fly. R.I.P.!
For anyone wanting to go back and revisit the Dick Donner Superman films. I can't recommend enough Superman 2: The Richard Donner Cut. It really is the only way to watch Superman 2.
MichiganJack Donner’s cut sucks for the simple reason that he had Superman fly the earth back in time, so that means everything that happened in Donner’s cut, didn’t happen.
One of the greatest movie trailers of all time! Why can't movie trailers nowadays be as good as this? Back then, all trailers were iconic and unique to themselves. Nowadays, in trailers they keep cutting to a black screen every five seconds, having that cliché where the trailer begins with a rumbling sound, etc. That just shows the lack of creativity in movie trailers and sadly most movies today. Next time you're in a theater watching previews, look for the frequent cuts to black, or some of the same sounds I mentioned. Bottom line is, movie trailers these days can't match trailers made back then; phenomenal trailer!
Garren Lazar 100% agree. movies now just have trailers that show you 30% of the movie before it's even out and just take all the high points/jokes/fight scenes. typically the story is lacking anymore. money might have been important then to, but now it's the only focus not story telling.
You know, I’ve noticed that the music that plays in the first few seconds of this trailer is actually music from the original Planet of the Apes movie. I hope I’m not the only one who has picked up on that.
Before the MCU...before Chris Nolan’s Dark Knight Trilogy...before Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man films...before Batman 89...there was Superman: The Movie. 😀 🎞 🎥
I don't care what people say, I still consider Superman The Movie to be one of my favorite films of all time. Sure, it might seem very cheesy and dated to some, but, I feel it really adds to this film's comic book charm. Also, I prefer Gene Hackman's performance in this film, far more than I did in the vastly overrated film known as The French Connection lol
It's called "Superman Love Theme". It's a variation of the spoken-word "Can You Read My Mind" score in the movie and the single adaptation sung by Maureen McGovern.
He was, He is, He will be my one and only Superman !!! @cristopher reeve, @margot kidder, @richard donner missing you all, I wish I could meet you one day, but I know it won't. Thanks for this movie.
The philosophy of classic Superman: superman chooses to be Clark Kent to fit in with the humans but will never be one of them no matter how hard he tries Philosophy of Modern Superman: Superman is what he can do, Clark Kent is who he is.
I had a habit of watching tom and jerry in cd player. While one CD was playing they inserted this movie ad in then, hence at that time we can't skip (it was VCD) I used to watch this again and again, this trailer was so close to my heart. At sometimes I even thought it was a dream. I saw this video and got back those days.
Man Of Steel didn't understand the point. You tell Superman's story chronologically. This isn't about nostalgia per se, its about getting it right. Sometimes you can't improve on a work.
I can't wait for it to come out! :D Henry Cavill looks a bit different. I'm assuming they got a new director. But hey, they sure came out with the sequel really quick!
Still the best superhero movie ever made. A near-perfect blend of drama, humor and action all while giving the characters their proper dues and giving it the realism that made us all believe a man could fly.
I love how the comments section are filled with the people who watched, lived the hype for this movie back then...... I am a youngster now and for me my Superman movie is man of Steel... It motivates me ,it inspires me, Henry Cavill gave a small glimpse of Christopher Reeves face in man of Steel...I think it was did by Zack Snyder to give tribute to legendary super Christopher Reeves.❣️❣️❣️❣️
Christopher Reeve will always be The Man of Steel just like Lou Ferrigno will always be Hulk and William Shatner will always be Captain Kirk from Star Trek to me.
Here after learning of Richard Donner’s passing. 🙁 Thank you for helping us to believe a man could fly, and for creating a film genre that your protege Kevin Feige has emulated with the MCU. 🎥 🎞
Superman The Movie was My Number 1 Favorite DC Superhero Movie of All-Time beside Batman that Richard Donner from the director of my all-time favorite movie The Goonies and amazing superman theme by amazing composed by John Williams
This is the superhero movie way before my time that I picture where my brother and I are kids around that time who are super psyched and anxious when the movie is coming out and when we’re going to see it with our dad and just as excited when it’s starting and playing and when it’s over and when we walk out of the theater.
From the Director of Lethal Weapon and The Goonies and the from the studio who brought you Dirty Harry, The Color Purple, Lean on Me and Batman Marlon Brando, Gene Hackman, Valerie Perrine, Margot Kidder and Christopher Reeve as Superman You'll Believe a Man Can Fly The Best Superman Movie EVER God Bless You Christopher Reeve
Christopher Reeve Portrayed Superman/Clark Kent/Kal-el in the movies Before,Helen Slater Portrayed Supergirl/Kara-Zor-el/Linda Lee in the 1984 Movie Spin-off,Melendy Britt Voiced She-Ra/Princess Adora in The Secret of the Sword,Terri Hawkes Voiced Sailor Moon/Serena Tsukino in the anime movies and Tara Strong Voiced Bubbles in The Powerpuff girls movie with Red Boots,Blue Clothes and Heat Vision
His name is Kal-El. He will call himself Clark Kent... but the world will know him as 'Superman'.
I mourn the use of such economic and elegant phrasing. Simply and beautifully put.
You're goddamn right.
R.I.P Richard Donner
Thank you for helping bring Superman to life.
Before Marvel Studios...before the Sam Raimi Spider-Man movies...before the Batman films...this was the film that started it all.
Facts
This movie paved the way for the rest of the superhero movies.
And it's still the best
Superheroes filmakers like Christopher Nolan, Sam Raimi, Bryan Singer, Zack Snyder, Ryan Coogler, James Wan and Patty Jenkins have told that Richard Donner was their inspiration.
@@stevenduering7155Correct. Richard Donner gave us " Superman:The Movie " from Warner Brothers / DC Comics from the minds of Jerry Siegal, Joe Shuster and Alexander Salkind. Christopher Reeve and Gene Hackman.
Once there was a civilization,
much like ours,
but with a greater intelligence,
greater powers,
and a greater capacity for good.
In one tragic moment,
that world was destroyed,
but there was one survivor.
Because of the wisdom and compassion of Jor-El,
because he knew the human race had the capacity for goodness,
he sent us his only son.
His name, is Kal-El...
...He will call himself,
Clark Kent...
...But the world will know him,
as Superman!
This year,
Superman brings you,
the gift of flight.
"SUPERMAN:
THE MOVIE"!
The #1 movie of my youth. It came ot 2 weeks after I turned 13.My grandmother took me to see it because my mom worked 24/7. Thanks mom and grandma. I miss and love you both. Oh yeah, I still have my Kryptonite rock I bought at Golden Age Collectables (still Seattle's #1 comic book store).
R.I.P Christopher Reeve can we get a like for chris
big beeck Barry and friends Amen RIP
#ChristopherReeveIsSuperman #IBelievedAManCouldFly
The one and only true man of steel period.
It's such a legitimately sweet trailer. Hard to believe all of the cynicism that went on behind the scenes. You never would have guessed it.
What happened?
@@jorge3997 Richard Donnor, the director, got into constant fights with the producers lexander and Ilya Salkind over the film's budget. The actors all supported Richard, so the producers fired him out of fear that he would get Warner Bros. to cut them off the project and they hired comedy director Richard Lester to replace him.
@@r.jclark4641 Well joke,s on WB because Richard Donner his movie was and still is one of the best Superman movies.
@@r.jclark4641The same history has been repeating over and over again with Tim Burton, Zack Snyder, Sam Raimi and Scott Derrickson.
Thank you Richard Donner for bringing this wonderful heroic blockbuster masterpiece to life, rest in peace Mr Donner.
Christopher Reeves made you believe a man could fly.
Forget the CGI pieces, cranes and wires were the absolute catalyst for this movie and Reeves' ability to sell each flying scene is second to non. Still amazed at the chopper catch. Will always love this film.
Richard Donner and John Williams brought it in. We have never been the same.
Such a beautiful trailer. I always get goosebumps in the last 45 seconds.
R.I.P. Margot Kidder (Lois Lane). Soar high with Chris Reeve and the other members of the cast who are no longer with us. You helped bring the legend of Superman to life. Thanks for the memories.
Feeling emotional watching the trailer, in late 2023.
I was in high school when this movie was shown.
I’m in my 60s now.
Still the most beautiful movie trailer ever,mainly because of the "can you read my mind" instrumental that plays throughout the trailer
100% agree
Now that was Epic. Warner Bros. really wanted the audience to know this was going to be movie on a large scale.
What a trailer. What an amazing iconic film. Christopher Reeve is, was, and always will be Superman.
Rip Margot Kidder you will be missed 😢
RIP and long live Richard Donner (April 24, 1930 - July 5, 2021), aged 91
And
RIP the cast members of Superman
Christopher Reeve (September 25, 1952 - October 10, 2004), aged 52
Marlon Brando (April 3, 1924 - July 1, 2004), aged 80
Susannah York (January 9, 1939 - January 15, 2011), aged 72
Margot Kidder (October 17, 1948 - May 13, 2018), aged 69
Ned Beatty (July 6, 1937 - June 13, 2021), aged 83
Jackie Cooper (September 15, 1922 - May 3, 2011), aged 88
Glenn Ford (May 1, 1916 - August 30, 2006), aged 90
Phyllis Thaxter (November 20, 1919 - August 14, 2012), aged 92
Trevor Howard (September 29, 1913 - January 7, 1988), aged 74
Harry Andrews (November 10, 1911 - March 6, 1989), aged 77
Maria Schell (January 15, 1926 - April 26, 2005), aged 79
You will always be remembered as legends.
I can only imagine the hype of this trailer back but to this day it still gives me goosebumps. And they were right, Christopher Reeve made us believe a man could fly. R.I.P.!
R.I.P director Richard Donner! Thank you for making us believe a man can fly.
Christopher Reeves is the best Superman of all time.
Reeve.
Gives me chills! Best superhero movie ever to date.
For anyone wanting to go back and revisit the Dick Donner Superman films. I can't recommend enough Superman 2: The Richard Donner Cut. It really is the only way to watch Superman 2.
I'd recommend Lethal Weapon. LOL!
MichiganJack Donner’s cut sucks for the simple reason that he had Superman fly the earth back in time, so that means everything that happened in Donner’s cut, didn’t happen.
Roger Ebert would disagree with you: www.rogerebert.com/reviews/superman-ii-1981
RIP Richard Donner. Passed away yesterday (7/5/2021) at age 91.
One of the greatest movie trailers of all time! Why can't movie trailers nowadays be as good as this? Back then, all trailers were iconic and unique to themselves. Nowadays, in trailers they keep cutting to a black screen every five seconds, having that cliché where the trailer begins with a rumbling sound, etc. That just shows the lack of creativity in movie trailers and sadly most movies today. Next time you're in a theater watching previews, look for the frequent cuts to black, or some of the same sounds I mentioned. Bottom line is, movie trailers these days can't match trailers made back then; phenomenal trailer!
Garren Lazar yeah, i noticed that too. it is so annoying.
Garren Lazar 100% agree. movies now just have trailers that show you 30% of the movie before it's even out and just take all the high points/jokes/fight scenes. typically the story is lacking anymore. money might have been important then to, but now it's the only focus not story telling.
Garren Lazar Well a lot of movie trailers nowadays are actually pretty good.
Not all of them are bad, just 9/10 of them!
Best Superman Movie Ever! 👍❤️👏
You know, I’ve noticed that the music that plays in the first few seconds of this trailer is actually music from the original Planet of the Apes movie. I hope I’m not the only one who has picked up on that.
I noticed it too still an amazing trailer for a classic movie
Correct, after Heston goes into cryogenic sleep aboard his spaceship. This was the intro music to the Planet of the Apes movie.
Henry Cavill's Superman in the DCEU movies is good, but Christopher Reeve is the true Superman.
Reeve.
A lot of superheroes have gotten massively popular over the years but Superman is the first and, in my opinion, still the greatest!
I watched this trailer on a VHS along with the whole movie when i was 3 or 4 😢the memories
John Williams = the G.O.A.T 🎼🎶🎵
A TRUE CLASSIC.
Let's face it, Christopher Reeve IS Superman. Always was, always will be, even in death. None of the other Superman actors even come close.
All I needed to read " you ll believe a man could fly".
This year superman brings you the gift of flight.
HAPPY 80th!! #Superman80
HAPPY 40th!! #Superman40thAnniversary
A movie is legend👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
RIP Mr Christopher reeve thank you for our childhood
Before the MCU...before Chris Nolan’s Dark Knight Trilogy...before Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man films...before Batman 89...there was Superman: The Movie. 😀 🎞 🎥
Rip Richard donner
I don't care what people say, I still consider Superman The Movie to be one of my favorite films of all time. Sure, it might seem very cheesy and dated to some, but, I feel it really adds to this film's comic book charm.
Also, I prefer Gene Hackman's performance in this film, far more than I did in the vastly overrated film known as The French Connection lol
I saw this movie in 1978 it made a lasting impression thanks mom for introducing me to superman R.I.P I love you mom I miss you
That’s sad when a movie that came out in the late 1970’s is a much better representation of Superman than Man of Steel
Both films are great representations of the character.
RIP Margot Kidder
A really really good actress.
RIP Richard Donner.
Superman: The Movie
Batman: The Movie (1966)
Batman (1989)
These should be the first superhero films to be added to the "criterion collection".
Batman, the movie is terrible. I'm it's supposed to be corny batman but I hate it
Not too sure about the 1966 Batman but Superman: The Movie (1978) & Batman (1989) for sure deserves it
This is the granddaddy of all superhero movies.
Superman: Up, Up, And Away!
40th ann of Superman film series since 1978.
This trailer is so nostalgic, especially the music from 2:13 to the end (btw if anyone knows what song that is on the soundtrack, plz tell me)
It's called "Superman Love Theme". It's a variation of the spoken-word "Can You Read My Mind" score in the movie and the single adaptation sung by Maureen McGovern.
@@rwboa22 OMG thank you, I just listened to it and it was beautiful
Although it was stated but @ 1:45 clearly described this character. I miss these old school trailers. Very effective!
He was, He is, He will be my one and only Superman !!! @cristopher reeve, @margot kidder, @richard donner missing you all, I wish I could meet you one day, but I know it won't. Thanks for this movie.
I remember watching this with my dad at my Granddad's house on TV when I was little.
I believed a man could fly.
Still for me THE BEST COMIC BOOK MOVIE I EVER SEE!
The Foundation of Superhero Movies. 🙏
Donner, Reeves...may they bost rest in peace.
Christopher Reeves is the greatest supernan of all time.
The philosophy of classic Superman: superman chooses to be Clark Kent to fit in with the humans but will never be one of them no matter how hard he tries
Philosophy of Modern Superman: Superman is what he can do, Clark Kent is who he is.
The extended cut will be arriving at my door this friday! Wwwhhhooooooo!!!
Skadoosh Meh I wish Richard Donner had been able to finish Superman II
Great movie. Defeating the molemen was epic.
Happy birthday superman christopher reeve
1:20 Lightsaber.
One of the best and Inspirational Superhero movie ever made!
The movie that started it all. I consider this film the father of superhero cinema
1:32 Epic
The Original and the Best,better than..."Man of Steel"(my opinion only).
You're not alone. Millions of others share your opinion.
Man of Steel isn´t as magical and fascinating as this classic.
MoS was hot garbage.
@@alucard624Man of Steel was a great movie. Not as great as the 1978 classic, but still great.
Classic 🔥🔥🔥🔥 ☺️
I had a habit of watching tom and jerry in cd player. While one CD was playing they inserted this movie ad in then, hence at that time we can't skip (it was VCD) I used to watch this again and again, this trailer was so close to my heart. At sometimes I even thought it was a dream. I saw this video and got back those days.
Man Of Steel didn't understand the point. You tell Superman's story chronologically. This isn't about nostalgia per se, its about getting it right. Sometimes you can't improve on a work.
Why is everyone saying R.I.P. Margot kidder. Christopher Reeves died from falling off a horse!
Flame Demon Because she’s recently dead
I can't wait for it to come out! :D
Henry Cavill looks a bit different. I'm assuming they got a new director. But hey, they sure came out with the sequel really quick!
Rocketman Productions Well Zach Synder directed at the sequel was called Batman V Superman Dawn Of Justice
I may love the Man of Steel but in true superhero legend, this will always be the best Superman film of all time.
The best superhero movie of all times.... Period...
Still the best superhero movie ever made. A near-perfect blend of drama, humor and action all while giving the characters their proper dues and giving it the realism that made us all believe a man could fly.
I love how the comments section are filled with the people who watched, lived the hype for this movie back then......
I am a youngster now and for me my Superman movie is man of Steel...
It motivates me ,it inspires me,
Henry Cavill gave a small glimpse of Christopher Reeves face in man of Steel...I think it was did by Zack Snyder to give tribute to legendary super Christopher Reeves.❣️❣️❣️❣️
Beautiful narration by Tim McIntire. He died way too young at age 41.
Christopher Reeve will always be The Man of Steel just like Lou Ferrigno will always be Hulk and William Shatner will always be Captain Kirk from Star Trek to me.
Amen
Here after learning of Richard Donner’s passing. 🙁
Thank you for helping us to believe a man could fly, and for creating a film genre that your protege Kevin Feige has emulated with the MCU. 🎥 🎞
Love this movie ❤️
I always saw this trailer before watching tom and jerry movies ..i was scared yet I wanted to c it ...it was so long time ago :,)
DC's Retro Thursday
Superman The Movie was My Number 1 Favorite DC Superhero Movie of All-Time beside Batman that Richard Donner from the director of my all-time favorite movie The Goonies and amazing superman theme by amazing composed by John Williams
One of my fav dc movies besides the part 2, dark knight trilogy and wonder woman
This is better then marvel
This is the superhero movie way before my time that I picture where my brother and I are kids around that time who are super psyched and anxious when the movie is coming out and when we’re going to see it with our dad and just as excited when it’s starting and playing and when it’s over and when we walk out of the theater.
Practical effect flying scenes have still not been surpassed today
I Love Superman the Movie!!!❤❤❤❤❤
Great trailer.
I think this movie is going to inspire generations of super hero films
2:08-2:12 You will believe a man can fly.
From the Director of Lethal Weapon and The Goonies and the from the studio who brought you Dirty Harry, The Color Purple, Lean on Me and Batman
Marlon Brando, Gene Hackman, Valerie Perrine, Margot Kidder and Christopher Reeve as Superman
You'll Believe a Man Can Fly
The Best Superman Movie EVER
God Bless You Christopher Reeve
1978 superman the movie beginning 1 - Warner bros pictures logo 1972 and 2 - DC comics logo 1977
Utter chills.
Christopher Reeve Portrayed Superman/Clark Kent/Kal-el in the movies Before,Helen Slater Portrayed Supergirl/Kara-Zor-el/Linda Lee in the 1984 Movie Spin-off,Melendy Britt Voiced She-Ra/Princess Adora in The Secret of the Sword,Terri Hawkes Voiced Sailor Moon/Serena Tsukino in the anime movies and Tara Strong Voiced Bubbles in The Powerpuff girls movie with Red Boots,Blue Clothes and Heat Vision
Why does the narrator sound like Optimus Prime? hahahahahaha,......
No, none of them had greater Powers or any powers, they were extremely mortal on their planet.
Who is the narrator in the trailer?
does anybody notice the planet of the apes theme at the beginning?
He's back...
The narrator's the same guy who voiced over the trailer for "The Swarm". Only question: who is it?
Legend