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Superman IV: The Quest for Peace

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"Nuclear Power. In the best hands, it is dangerous. In the hands of Lex Luthor, it is pure evil. This is Superman's greatest battle. And it is for all of us."

Duration

1h 30m

Release

24 Jul 1987

Country

United KingdomUnited States

Language

English

Overview

With global superpowers engaged in an increasingly hostile arms race, Superman leads a crusade to rid the world of nuclear weapons. But Lex Luthor, recently sprung from jail, is declaring war on the Man of Steel and his quest to save the planet. Using a strand of Superman's hair, Luthor synthesizes a powerful ally known as Nuclear Man and ignites an epic battle spanning Earth and space.

Plot

With the world on the brink of a nuclear war, Superman takes it upon himself to destroy all nuclear weapons. However, Lex Luthor creates Nuclear Man, a force strong enough to take down Superman.

Cast

Christopher ReeveGene HackmanMargot Kidder

Ratings

Internet Movie Database: 3.8/10Rotten Tomatoes: 16%Metacritic: 24/100

Details

Director

Sidney J. Furie

Writers

Jerry SiegelJoe ShusterChristopher Reeve

Revenue

$36,700,000

Budget

$17,000,000

Awards

3 wins & 6 nominations total

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