FILM · STORY PREREQUISITE
Superman
Superman is recorded as a direct predecessor to Superman Returns in Classic Superman, establishing the version of this world carried into the later title.
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OUT NOWReleased 28 June 2006
What to watch before Superman Returns
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These are the earlier stories in the confirmed or strongly indicated narrative chain leading to Superman Returns.
FILM · STORY PREREQUISITE
Superman II
Superman II is recorded as a direct predecessor to Superman Returns in Classic Superman, establishing the version of this world carried into the later title.
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Do I need to watch everything before Superman Returns?
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