# Superman (1941)

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**Runtime**: 10 min
**Genres**: Action, Animation, Family, Adventure, Science Fiction, Fantasy
**Directed by**: Dave Fleischer
**Written by**: Jay Morton, Izzy Sparber, Seymour Kneitel
**Starring**: Bud Collyer, Joan Alexander, Jack Mercer, Julian Noa, Jackson Beck

> *Amazing! Startling! Superman is here!*

## Synopsis (in-house rewrite)

Even in black-and-white the cape looks unwieldy. When Superman learns a death-ray plans to clear Metropolis after lunch, he finds the only defense is staying busy. It’s less caped crusader than over-caffeinated babysitter.

**Mood tags**: playful, uplifting

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