Man of Steel

Man of Steel is a 2013 superhero film based on the DC Comics character Superman.

Man of Steel is a 2013 superhero film based on the DC Comics character Superman. Directed by Zack Snyder, it stars Henry Cavill as Superman and serves as the first film in the DC Extended Universe. The film was distributed by Warner Bros. and, in some sources, described as a Canadian-British-American co-production, making it relevant to Canadian film audiences and media coverage.

Plot

The film centers on Clark Kent, who was sent from Krypton to Earth as an infant and raised by the Kent family. As an adult, he discovers his true origins and must stop General Zod and other Kryptonian survivors from endangering humanity.

Production

Man of Steel was written by David S. Goyer with contributions from Zack Snyder and Christopher Nolan. It was produced as a modern reboot of Superman on film and positioned as the foundation for a new shared DC film universe.

Cast and characters

Henry Cavill plays the title role, while Amy Adams portrays Lois Lane and Michael Shannon portrays General Zod. Other major cast members include Kevin Costner, Diane Lane, Laurence Fishburne, Russell Crowe, Antje Traue, Ayelet Zurer, and Christopher Meloni.

Release and reception

The film premiered in 2013 and was distributed in standard, 3D, and IMAX formats. It became the starting point for later DC Extended Universe films.