It's a Bird, It's a Plane, It's Superman! streaming
Genre
Comedy
Year
1975
Runtime
1h32

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Metascore

It's a Bird, It's a Plane, It's Superman!

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Synopsis

In the 1975 film 'It's a Bird, It's a Plane, It's Superman!', David Wilson portrays the iconic superhero in a musical adaptation. The story follows Superman as he juggles saving the world and dealing with his alter ego, Clark Kent. With the help of journalist Lois Lane, Superman battles the villainous Dr. Abner Sedgwick who seeks to destroy the superhero. Filled with catchy tunes and dynamic performances, the movie blends action, romance, and comedy. As Superman fights to protect Metropolis, he must also navigate the complexities of being a hero and finding love amidst the chaos.

Cast

  • David Wilson

    David Wilson

    Superman/Clark Kent

  • Lesley Ann Warren

    Lesley Ann Warren

    Lois Lane

  • David Wayne

    David Wayne

    Dr. Abner Sedgwick

  • Loretta Swit

    Loretta Swit

    Sydney

  • Kenneth Mars

    Kenneth Mars

    Max Mencken

  • Gary Owens

    Gary Owens

    Narrator (voice) (uncredited)

Reviews

Despite its campy charm and energetic performances, 'It's a Bird, It's a Plane, It's Superman!' received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the musical numbers and David Wilson's portrayal of the superhero, others criticized the film's dated production value and lackluster storytelling. Rotten Tomatoes described it as 'an ambitious attempt at bringing Superman to the big screen through a musical lens, but ultimately falls short of capturing the essence of the iconic character.' IMDb users rated it at 3.8/10, highlighting the divisive nature of the movie among viewers. Metacritic noted that the film struggled to strike a balance between homage to the comic book roots and modern cinematic expectations.