Superman (1978) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Mild-mannered Clark Kent works as a reporter at the Daily Planet alongside his crush, Lois Lane. Clark must summon his superhero alter-ego when the nefarious Lex Luthor launches a plan to take over the world.
Rated PG • 1978 • 2h 23m
An infant from a dying planet is sent to Earth and grows up to become a superhuman protector. The film is rated PG and recommended for ages 8 and up due to scenes of large-scale peril, including earthquakes and disasters. While there is brief mild language and some tension during action sequences, the content is generally family-friendly and lacks graphic violence or sexual material.
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Is Superman appropriate for kids?
An infant from a dying planet is sent to Earth and grows up to become a superhuman protector. The film is rated PG and recommended for ages 8 and up due to scenes of large-scale peril, including earthquakes and disasters. While there is brief mild language and some tension… Read more — free account
Content severity in Superman
What happens in Superman, moment by moment
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 1/10
- 0:18 ⚔ Violence & Gore 1/10
- 0:42 🔥 Mature Themes 1/10
Sex and nudity in Superman
None.
Violence and gore in Superman
Earthquakes and disasters — Superman's powers used to save lives. Nothing graphic.
Language in Superman
Very mild. Consistent with PG.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Superman
None.
Mature themes in Superman
Christopher Reeve's Clark Kent is a fully realised dual performance. Lex Luthor's real-estate fraud is more entertaining than world domination. A father's legacy and a son's responsibility.
Scary moments in Superman
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Superman yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Superman appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Superman is best for ages 8+. It's rated PG. An infant from a dying planet is sent to Earth and grows up to become a superhuman protector. The film is rated PG and recommended for ages 8 and up due to scenes of large-scale peril, including earthquakes and…
What age rating does Superman have?
Superman is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.
What is Superman about?
An infant from a dying planet is sent to Earth and grows up to become a superhuman protector. The film is rated PG and recommended for ages 8 and up due to scenes of large-scale peril, including earthquakes and disasters. While there is brief mild language and some tension during action sequences, the content is…
Is there sex or nudity in Superman?
None.
How violent is Superman?
Earthquakes and disasters — Superman's powers used to save lives. Nothing graphic.
Is the language in Superman appropriate for kids?
Very mild. Consistent with PG.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Superman?
None.
What mature themes appear in Superman?
Christopher Reeve's Clark Kent is a fully realised dual performance. Lex Luthor's real-estate fraud is more entertaining than world domination. A father's legacy and a son's responsibility.
How long is Superman?
Superman runs 143 minutes, directed by Richard Donner, released in 1978.
Where can I read the full Superman parent guide?
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