Three escaped criminals from the planet Krypton test the Man of Steel's mettle. Led by General Zod, the Kryptonians take control of the White House and partner with Lex Luthor to destroy Superman and rule the world. But Superman, who attempts to make himself human in order to get closer to Lois, realizes he has a responsibility to save the planet.

• Dovemead Films
• Alexander and Ilya Salkind Productions
• Christopher Reeve
• Gene Hackman
• Margot Kidder
• Ned Beatty
• Jackie Cooper
• Sarah Douglas
• Jack O'Halloran
• Valerie Perrine