Was Superman and Superman 2 filmed together?

In 1977, it was decided by the Salkinds that they would film both Superman and its sequel simultaneously, with principal photography beginning in March 1977 and ending in October 1978. Following the release of Superman in December 1978, Donner was controversially fired as director, and was replaced by Lester.

What Superman movies are worth watching?

The 7 Best Superman Movies Worth Watching (Animated and Live-…

• Man of Steel (2013) Stream Now.
• Superman: Doomsday (2007) Stream Now.
• Superman Returns (2006)
• The Dark Knight Returns (2013)
• Superman (1978)
• Zack Snyder’s Justice League (2021)
• Superman 2: Richard Donner Cut (1981)
• 30 Days of Modern Geeky Movies.

Which is the better version of Superman 2?

The Lester Cut is the slightly better of the two versions that we have to choose from; it’s also a better fit in the overall continuity. The Donner Cut is a welcome window into film history, and absolutely worth watching, along with the Blu-ray’s commentary by Donner and Mankiewicz.

Why was Richard Donner replaced in Superman 2?

Unfortunately, Warner Bros. initially was unable to do so because of various reasons. Marlon Brando had sued the studio over royalties, so his likeness could not be used. Donner had never completed filming, and it wasn’t possible at that point to film more.

Why did Richard Donner leave Superman 2?

The Salkinds felt their director had gone over budget, Donner felt the producers were trying to make the film campier, wanting co-producer Pierre Spengler removed. The director left the production and was replaced by Richard Lester, who’d acted as a mediator on the original production.

Who is the best live action Superman?

The 10 Best Superman Actors, Ranked

• 6) Brandon Routh (Superman Returns, 2006)
• 5) Tom Welling (Smallville, 2001-2011)
• 4) Tyler Hoechin (Superman & Lois, 2021-Present)
• 3) Henry Cavill (Man of Steel, 2013)
• 2) George Reeves (The Adventures of Superman, 1952-58)
• 1) Christopher Reeve (Superman: The Movie, 1978)