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Now this is just the kind of set that the dedicated Blu-ray collector doesn’t want to be without. The Complete Superman Collection brings to Blu-ray for the first time a definitive collection of the man in the blue tights’ cinematic adventures. We’ve previously had Superman, Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut and Superman Returns on HD disc. But we’ve never had Superman III, the theatrical cut of Superman, Superman IV: The Quest For Peace and the original release of Superman II. All of that has been rectified here.
But there’s far more to the collection than just filling in blanks. For this is an exhaustive set for the Superman fan, with a packed bonus disc going behind the scenes of the story of the cinematic franchise.
The gold here, though, is in seeing such a well-loved cinematic saga given some proper high definition love. Even appreciating that Superman III and Superman IV: The Quest For Peace are few people’s of ideas of classics, even they are given a quality makeover. And having the assorted cuts of the first two films in one place is very welcome indeed.
It’s a fascinating collection of films, that goes through some very pronounced highs and lows. But, with terrific HD upgrade work, The Complete Superman Collection is an essential Blu-ray boxset, warts and all. --Jon Foster
Product Description
For the Superman completist, a bumper collection of all five films in the Superman saga.
Superman: The Movie - Special Edition sees the birth of a legend as we are introduced to the titular superhero and his Kryptonian origins. Also included is the expanded edition, which features an additional eight minutes of screen time.
This is followed by Superman II - Special Edition in which our boy in blue must do battle with three escaped super criminals bent on destroying the earth. Presented here in both its theatrical and director's cut versions, the latter is expanded by an alternate beginning and ending, as well as 15 minutes of restored footage of Marlon Brando as Jor-El.
In the third instalment in the franchise, Superman III - Deluxe Edition, Superman learns of his Achilles heel when he is exposed to kryptonite.
The penultimate Superman IV - The Quest For Peace sees the Man of Steel take on Nuclear Man, culminating in an explosive showdown of epic proportions.
When the Super One returns to Earth in Superman Returns - Special Edition, he discovers that the woman he loves, Lois Lane, has moved on with her life, and must figure out how to protect a world that has learned to survive without him.
Special Features
- Over 20 Hours of Bonus Features
- Featuring the full length You will believe: The cinematic saga of superman ~ Look, up in the sky! The amazing story of superman
- Informative Documentaries
- TV Specials
- George Reeve in Superman and the mole-men
- The complete fleischer/famous studios 1940s superman cartoons
- Film Maker commentaries
- Rare TV Pilot
- Featurettes
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239 of 250 people found the following review helpful
By Mr. S. W. Steel
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Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
***WARNING***
My review of this Blu Ray collection has been duplicated by Amazon so it appears on 2 products.The review I originally posted was for the 8 disc version which has the case with the Superman symbol in the middle with the Fortress of Solitude in the background and uses this product link The Complete Superman Collection [Blu-ray] [1978][Region Free]. This is the edition you want if you want all the extra goodies - because i don't own the other collection I can't tell you what is missing in terms of extras in the 5 disc package though from reading various comments i understand that this package doesn't have the extended cuts of the films and i am guessing more of the extras are missing too!When you think about is a three disc difference in the two packages so i would guess quite a lot is missing from the 5 disc set. Incidentally the 5 disc set has the Superman symbol on a PLAIN BLACK BACKGROUND and it's product link is Superman Complete Collection (5-disc Edition) [Blu-ray] [1978][Region Free].
My personal recommendation is to go for the 8 disc edition as it contains a huge amount of extras as listed in the main review below, and is only slightly more expensive than the 5 disc version. I apologise to anyone who accidentally bought the 5 disc version on the strength of my review - it is purely down to Amazon duplicating the review and not me posting it twice.
***MAKE SURE YOU ORDER THE CORRECT EDITION FOR YOU***
This is an amazing Blu Ray package and one I would recommend to any Superman fan.... Read more ›
My review of this Blu Ray collection has been duplicated by Amazon so it appears on 2 products.The review I originally posted was for the 8 disc version which has the case with the Superman symbol in the middle with the Fortress of Solitude in the background and uses this product link The Complete Superman Collection [Blu-ray] [1978][Region Free]. This is the edition you want if you want all the extra goodies - because i don't own the other collection I can't tell you what is missing in terms of extras in the 5 disc package though from reading various comments i understand that this package doesn't have the extended cuts of the films and i am guessing more of the extras are missing too!When you think about is a three disc difference in the two packages so i would guess quite a lot is missing from the 5 disc set. Incidentally the 5 disc set has the Superman symbol on a PLAIN BLACK BACKGROUND and it's product link is Superman Complete Collection (5-disc Edition) [Blu-ray] [1978][Region Free].
My personal recommendation is to go for the 8 disc edition as it contains a huge amount of extras as listed in the main review below, and is only slightly more expensive than the 5 disc version. I apologise to anyone who accidentally bought the 5 disc version on the strength of my review - it is purely down to Amazon duplicating the review and not me posting it twice.
***MAKE SURE YOU ORDER THE CORRECT EDITION FOR YOU***
This is an amazing Blu Ray package and one I would recommend to any Superman fan.... Read more ›
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By Mr. S. Frost
Format:Blu-ray
The superman films have always had significant meaning for me as along with He Man were my staple diet of superhero nutriion as I was growing up.
This box set therefore in my opinion is absolutley fantastic. The only thing I dont understand is why I didnt buy it sooner.
Great quality sound and visuals, only let down by Superman IV(Which I remember seeing at the cinema aged 6). The storyline and the cost cutting production I am sure was an embarrassment for all involved.
Apart from that the extra features and the restoration of the first three films and the inclusion of Superman Returns (which was harshly treated by critics and fans)is great value for money. The box packaging is also great with the only negative being the Spanish script on the discs.
Why buy it?
Christopher Reeve is terrific as Superman/Kent in the first three films and his portrayal has stood the test of time. Superman II in my opinion is the best of all of the films included in this set. It is a fantastic story of romance and good old fashioned good v evil with Reeve adding another dimension to the dilemma of Superman as he becomes mortal.
The Donner cut again is an excellent addition with the extra scenes of Brando a real treat and is really how the original Superman II should have been released back in 1980. It is worth buying this set just for the Donner cut and the featurettes so go on you wont regret it.
The best box set money can buy!
This box set therefore in my opinion is absolutley fantastic. The only thing I dont understand is why I didnt buy it sooner.
Great quality sound and visuals, only let down by Superman IV(Which I remember seeing at the cinema aged 6). The storyline and the cost cutting production I am sure was an embarrassment for all involved.
Apart from that the extra features and the restoration of the first three films and the inclusion of Superman Returns (which was harshly treated by critics and fans)is great value for money. The box packaging is also great with the only negative being the Spanish script on the discs.
Why buy it?
Christopher Reeve is terrific as Superman/Kent in the first three films and his portrayal has stood the test of time. Superman II in my opinion is the best of all of the films included in this set. It is a fantastic story of romance and good old fashioned good v evil with Reeve adding another dimension to the dilemma of Superman as he becomes mortal.
The Donner cut again is an excellent addition with the extra scenes of Brando a real treat and is really how the original Superman II should have been released back in 1980. It is worth buying this set just for the Donner cut and the featurettes so go on you wont regret it.
The best box set money can buy!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By R Lough
Format:Blu-ray
This could well be the best blu ray box set that I own. Not only does it feature all five Superman movies in stunning HD, but it also includes the expanded edition of Superman The Movie and the Richard Donner Cut of Superman II. As for the special features - they are some of the most comprehensive that I have ever seen. If you have even just a passing interest in the Superman movies, then buy this now. At £27 it is well worth the money.
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
Warning!!! This review is for the new re-packaged Superman 5 disc box set... Amazon have not changed the review and are using the same one as the 8 disc set.
This version contains Superman 1,2,3,4 and return, but you do not get The Expanded edition of Superman 1 or the Richard Donner version of Superman 2.. If your happy just getting the standard Theatrical versions of each film then get it, but if you want all the versions of each film then I suggest paying the extra cash, Just seeing the Richard Donner version of Superman 2 makes it worth while paying the extra for.
This version contains Superman 1,2,3,4 and return, but you do not get The Expanded edition of Superman 1 or the Richard Donner version of Superman 2.. If your happy just getting the standard Theatrical versions of each film then get it, but if you want all the versions of each film then I suggest paying the extra cash, Just seeing the Richard Donner version of Superman 2 makes it worth while paying the extra for.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By E. Purton
Format:Blu-ray
This is just a review of the box-set packaging, not the content.
For some bizarre reason the discs in this box set, (as in many television show box sets) are not clearly labelled as Superman, Superman II Director's Cut, Superman Returns, Bonus Features, etc. The only way to determine which disc is which is to find a magnigying glass (not a joke) and read the tiny copyright print at the edge of the disc. Why? Where is the logic in putting 8 discs in a box and making the viewer guess which is which?
This is one of those irritating lapses in common sense that seem inexplicable when someone has gone to the trouble of hiring a designer to design the discs -- why does no one think to point out that you can't tell the discs apart!
For some bizarre reason the discs in this box set, (as in many television show box sets) are not clearly labelled as Superman, Superman II Director's Cut, Superman Returns, Bonus Features, etc. The only way to determine which disc is which is to find a magnigying glass (not a joke) and read the tiny copyright print at the edge of the disc. Why? Where is the logic in putting 8 discs in a box and making the viewer guess which is which?
This is one of those irritating lapses in common sense that seem inexplicable when someone has gone to the trouble of hiring a designer to design the discs -- why does no one think to point out that you can't tell the discs apart!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By danny h
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
this is one of the best blu ray box sets i hav purchased.it has 2 versions of superman 1 & 2 of which i had'nt seen before. superman 3 and the not so good superman 4 there is also superman returns. as an extra it has superman and the mole men with george reeves in black and white.there is such a wealth of extras including some cartoons not to sure about the super pup cartoon though.the best documentries are on the bonus disc although there are good ones on each disc.i really liked superman 2 the richard donner cut.picture quality and sound are really good for each film.a brilliant collection.
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Great Blu Ray Collection
Outstanding restoration of the original Superman movies. Loved the first 4 Christopher Reeve movies and enjoyed Superman Returns with Brandon Routh
Published 14 hours ago by Shailendra Kumar
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Audio - Subtitles
Extended Superman I
Audio: DTS-HD MA 5.1 English; Dolby Digital 5.1: French, German, Italian, Castilian
Subtitles: English, French, German, Italian, Castilian, Latin... Read more
Audio: DTS-HD MA 5.1 English; Dolby Digital 5.1: French, German, Italian, Castilian
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Published 24 days ago by COLOMBO
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A must buy for Superman fans
Bought this box set as a gift for my partner and he loved it
This is a must buy for any superman fan
Quick delivery
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This is a must buy for any superman fan
Quick delivery
Nicely packaged
Would recommend
Published 28 days ago by LMW
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Superman 7 Disc will not play
One of the discs in this box set will not play. Of course it took me a while to watch all the movies so I'm past the return policy. Very unhappy! Read more
Published 1 month ago by Dan
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Published 1 month ago by Vid
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Superman Anthology
This is a great collection of Superman movies. I would recommend this anthology to anyone who enjoys Superman movies and comic books.
Published 2 months ago by James J. Duncan
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very good
Met expectations, all movies are very worthwhile, especially the first.
Came with subtitles in my language, what made it good.
How about Amazon, 100%!
Recommend!
Came with subtitles in my language, what made it good.
How about Amazon, 100%!
Recommend!
Published 3 months ago by Giusepe Volpato
5.0 out of 5 stars
The Superman Anthology Blu-ray
nice packaging, digipack and now maybe sold out. but i think transfer picture average but already in 1080 definition but a great audio with a great feature.
Published 3 months ago by young guns
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This is not what it seems!!!
I bought this item thinking it was the ultimate collector's edition,with all the special features end extended edition of Superman one and 2. this is not the case. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Janus
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Essential in a collection
The Superman movies are essential for the collector. The productions are old but the remastering was good. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Sandro Reis Amaral
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