Superman: Red Son (2020) movie poster

Superman: Red Son (2020)

"The cold war is heating up."
ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 63%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 89% (RT: 89%) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Science FictionAnimationAction

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Runtime
1h 24m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.1/10 (885 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
89%
Cast
Jason Isaacs as Superman (voice)
Amy Acker as Lois Lane (voice)
Diedrich Bader as Lex Luthor (voice)
Vanessa Marshall as Diana / Wonder Woman (voice)
Phil Morris as James Olsen (voice)
Paul Williams as Brainiac (voice)
Greg Chun as Ambassador Lee (voice)
Roger Craig Smith as Batman (voice)
It's divisive. Only 63% of audiences liked it based on 885 votes. Critics rated it higher at 89%, but audiences were less impressed.
Overview
Set in the thick of the Cold War, Red Son introduces us to a Superman who landed in the USSR during the 1950s and grows up to become a Soviet symbol that fights for the preservation of Stalin’s brand of communism. Wikipedia β†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated science fiction films of 2020 among dedicated fans.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • Sam Liu cited several classic science fiction films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

Superman: Red Son is a 2020 science fiction, animation, action film directed by Sam Liu. Set in the thick of the Cold War, Red Son introduces us to a Superman who landed in the USSR during the 1950s and grows up to become a Soviet symbol that fights for the preservation of Stalin’s brand of communism. The film has been rated by 885 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a science fiction film, Superman: Red Son delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Superman: Red Son (2020) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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