Funko has announced a new wave of DC Heroes Funko Pop! vinyl figures from the classic 1978 superhero film Superman.
New DC Superman (1978 Movie) Funko Pop! vinyl collectibles.
Released in 1978, Superman (also marketed as Superman: The Movie) is a cinematic milestone that redefined the superhero genre.
Directed by Richard Donner and starring Christopher Reeve as the titular hero, the film brought the legendary DC Comics character to life with a combination of cutting-edge special effects, a heartfelt narrative, and an iconic performance that remains definitive.
The story begins on the planet Krypton, where scientist Jor-El (Marlon Brando) discovers that his world faces imminent destruction. In a desperate bid to save his infant son, Kal-El, he sends him to Earth in a spaceship.
Landing in Smallville, Kansas, the child is adopted by Jonathan and Martha Kent, who name him Clark and raise him with strong moral values. As he grows, Clark discovers his extraordinary powers and grapples with his identity as both a human and an alien.
After the death of his adoptive father, Clark sets out to find his purpose. Guided by a crystal from Krypton, he travels to the Arctic, where he creates the Fortress of Solitude and learns the truth about his origins. He then emerges as Superman, a hero dedicated to truth and justice, and takes on a dual life as the mild-mannered reporter for the Daily Planet and the iconic savior of Metropolis.
The film’s primary antagonist, Lex Luthor (Gene Hackman), is a cunning and charismatic criminal mastermind. Luthor devises a scheme to detonate a nuclear bomb along California’s San Andreas Fault, causing a catastrophic earthquake to benefit from real estate speculation.
Superman must race against time to thwart Luthor’s plans while also protecting the people he has sworn to save. Along the way, he develops a romantic connection with Lois Lane (Margot Kidder), an ambitious journalist who adds depth and charm to the story.
Superman: The Movie was a groundbreaking achievement in filmmaking, especially for its time. The tagline, “You’ll believe a man can fly,” became synonymous with the film’s innovative visual effects, which used a mix of wire work, miniatures, and optical techniques to create Superman’s flight.
John Williams’ sweeping score, with its triumphant main theme, further elevated the film’s epic tone.
Critically acclaimed and a box office success, the movie cemented Superman’s place in popular culture and set a new standard for superhero films. Christopher Reeve’s portrayal remains iconic, embodying the character’s strength, kindness, and humanity.
Superman: The Movie continues to be celebrated as a timeless classic and a blueprint for the superhero genre.
Characters from Superman: The Movie have been transformed into Funko Pop! vinyl figures and are part of the Funko Pop! Heroes series.
The newly announced wave includes five new Superman: The Movie Funko Pop! vinyl figures, including Superman (Fortress of Solitude) (Deluxe), Jor-EL, Lois Lane and Lex Luthor with a chance of a chase figure.
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