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Escaping the destruction of Krypton, an infant named Kal-El is found and raised by Earthly adoptive parents. As he grows, he grapples with his heritage and extraordinary abilities. When remnants of his destroyed home seek vengeance against Earth, the young man must embrace his destiny, reconcile his dual nature, and use his immense powers to defend humanity from a devastating threat connected to his own people.

Escaping the destruction of Krypton, an infant named Kal-El is found and raised by Earthly adoptive parents. As he grows, he grapples with his heritage and extraordinary abilities. When remnants of his destroyed home seek vengeance against Earth, the young man must embrace his destiny, reconcile his dual nature, and use his immense powers to defend humanity from a devastating threat connected to his own people.

Does Man of Steel have end credit scenes?

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Man of Steel does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

Meet the Full Cast and Actors of Man of Steel

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Ratings and Reviews for Man of Steel

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Metacritic

55

Metascore

7.5

User Score

Rotten Tomatoes
review

57%

TOMATOMETER

review

75%

User Score

IMDb

7.1 /10

IMDb Rating

TMDB

66

%

User Score

Letterboxd

3.0

From 2.2K fan ratings

Movie Insider

4.32/5

From 391 fan ratings

Take the Ultimate Man of Steel Movie Quiz

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Man of Steel Quiz: Test your knowledge on the 2013 superhero film 'Man of Steel', exploring its characters, plot twists, and themes.

Who overthrows the ruling council of Krypton?

Awards & Nominations for Man of Steel

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19th Critics' Choice Awards 2014

Henry Cavill
Nomination

Best Actor in an Action Movie

Henry Cavill

Full Plot Summary and Ending Explained for Man of Steel

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The planet Krypton is on the brink of devastation due to its unstable core, a direct consequence of the relentless exploitation of its natural resources. In a gripping turn of events, the ruling council is overthrown by the rebel military leader, General Zod (Michael Shannon) and his loyal followers. Amidst this turmoil, Scientist Jor-El (Russell Crowe) and his wife Lara manage to send their infant son Kal-El to Earth, embedding his cells with a genetic codex aimed at preserving the Kryptonian race. Tragically, Zod murders Jor-El, after which he and his followers are apprehended and exiled to the Phantom Zone. However, destruction soon follows as Krypton succumbs to a catastrophic explosion, liberating Zod and his crew.

Kal-El, now Clark Kent, is adopted by Jonathan and Martha Kent, portrayed by Diane Lane (Diane Lane). As he grows up, Clark’s extraordinary Kryptonian abilities—stemming from the differences in Earth’s atmosphere—bring both confusion and social alienation. With time, he learns to control his powers and assist others. During his teenage years, Jonathan warns him of the potential dangers of revealing his identity, adding to Clark’s turmoil following Jonathan’s unexpected death. Seeking purpose, an adult Clark, played by Henry Cavill (Henry Cavill), embarks on a journey filled with transient jobs and secret acts of heroism.

His quest leads him to an ancient Kryptonian scout ship hidden in the Arctic, where he encounters a holographic version of Jor-El who imparts wisdom about his heritage. Meanwhile, Lois Lane, a tenacious journalist from the Daily Planet and portrayed by Amy Adams (Amy Adams), investigates the scout ship’s discovery and unwittingly finds herself rescued by Clark. Initially met with skepticism, her story of a “superhuman” savior is dismissed by her editor, Perry White. Determined to expose Clark’s secrets, she follows him back to Kansas, but ultimately, compassion leads her to protect his identity.

As Zod and his crew hunt for Kal-El on a quest for a new colony, they track a Kryptonian distress signal to Earth. Zod demands the surrender of Kal-El, convinced he possesses the codex vital for Kryptonian survival. Reluctantly, Clark agrees to the proposition and is handed over to Zod’s second-in-command, Faora. Zod’s sinister plan involves using a Terraforming “world engine” to reshape Earth into a new Krypton, threatening the annihilation of humanity while extracting the codex for genetic manipulation.

Upon escaping Zod’s ship, Clark, now taking on the mantle of Superman, boldly thwarts the world engine’s chaotic transformation in the Indian Ocean, destroying the Genesis Chamber housed within Zod’s vessel. The military collaborates with Clark in an aerial assault against Zod’s ship over Metropolis, successfully containing Zod’s threat and sending his crew back to the Phantom Zone. However, Zod remains, leading to an intense aerial battle through Metropolis, where Zod’s attempts to kill innocents force Superman into making a harrowing decision to end Zod’s life.

In the aftermath, Superman strives to establish a bond of trust with the U.S. government, all the while maintaining the secrecy of his identity. To facilitate his investigative endeavors and engage in perilous situations discreetly, Clark takes on a role as a reporter at the Daily Planet. Through these experiences, he begins to navigate the complex duality of being a human and a Kryptonian, carving his place in the world as a new beacon of hope.

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Official Teaser Trailer: Jonathan Kent

Official Teaser Trailer: Jor-El

Official Trailer #2

Official Trailer 3

"Fate of Your Planet" Official Trailer

Official 4K Trailer

Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice and Man of Steel - Behind the Scenes

Journey of Discovery

TV Spot 1

TV Spot 2

Cars Featured in Man of Steel

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Explore all cars featured in Man of Steel, including their makes, models, scenes they appear in, and their significance to the plot. A must-read for car enthusiasts and movie buffs alike.


AM

General HMMWV M1025

BMW

528i E39

Buick

2000

LeSabre

Cadillac

1992

Eldorado

Cadillac-Gage

M1117 Guardian ASV

Chevrolet

1995

Cavalier

Chevrolet

1996

Express

Chevrolet

1995

Lumina

Chevrolet

2007

Suburban

Chevrolet

1995

Tahoe

Movie Themes and Keywords

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