Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story: See all about special theatrical release

DC Studios and Fathom Events will bring 'Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story' to theaters across the U.S. in September 2024, with special showings on two dates.

Release Dates
DC Studios and Fathom Events are partnering to release 'Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story' in theaters. The film will debut across the U.S. on September 21, 2024. An encore presentation is scheduled for September 25, which is Christopher Reeve’s birthday.


Film Acquisition and Background
DC Studios, HBO Documentary Films, and CNN Films acquired the documentary at the Sundance Film Festival this year. The film will have its U.S. theatrical release in September, with an international rollout to follow.

Plot
The documentary, created by filmmakers Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui, explores Reeve's Hollywood career and personal life. It also delves into his activism for disability awareness following his paralysis. The film aims to show the true heroism of Reeve, beyond his iconic role as Superman.

Strategic Partnership
The partnership between Fathom Events and DC, a division of Warner Bros. and home of DC Studios, aims to capitalize on Fathom's expertise in special-event programming. This collaboration seeks to build anticipation and demand for the documentary’s theatrical release.

FAQs:

When will 'Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story' be released in theaters?
The documentary will debut in U.S. theaters on September 21, 2024, with an encore presentation on September 25, 2024.

What does 'Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story' focus on?
The documentary explores Christopher Reeve's Hollywood career, personal life, and activism for disability awareness following his paralysis.