"Superman The Movie" Returns to the Big Screen at Ratterman Theatres in O'Fallon, MO

"Superman The Movie" Returns to the Big Screen at Ratterman Theatres in O'Fallon, MO Posted on August 02, 2026 by Neil Cole Richard Donner's groundbreaking 1978 film "Superman The Movie" is returning to the big screen as Ratterman Theatres in O'Fallon, MO presents the beloved superhero classic with multiple daily showtimes from Monday, August 3rd, through Thursday, August 6th. The limited engagement gives audiences several opportunities to experience the film that redefined the comic book movie genre and introduced Christopher Reeve in the iconic role of the Man of Steel. Released in December 1978, Superman chronicles Kal-El's journey from the doomed planet Krypton to his life on Earth as Clark Kent before embracing his destiny as Superman. Directed by Richard Donner, the film stars Christopher Reeve alongside Margot Kidder, Gene Hackman, Marlon Brando, Jackie Cooper and Terence Stamp. Its combination of groundbreaking visual effects, heartfelt storytelling and memorable performances helped transform superhero films into major Hollywood productions and established a standard that continues to influence the genre today. More than four decades after its debut, Superman remains one of...