Superman (1978) — Screenplay
A dying planet's last son, raised as a human, must embrace his alien heritage to protect Earth from a threat he alone can stop.
- Written by
- Mario Puzo, David Newman, Leslie Newman, Robert Benton, Tom Mankiewicz
- Genre
- Drama, Science Fiction, Action, Adventure, Superhero
- Studio
- Warner Bros.
- Length
- 138 pages
This script is a masterclass in epic world-building and tonal balance, juggling heartfelt drama with high-flying action. Study its three-act structure to see how an origin story builds a mythic hero while keeping the human stakes visceral and relatable.
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