Superman IV: The Quest for Peace

Superman IV: The Quest for Peace

Year: 1987

Runtime: 91 min

Language: English

Director: Sidney J. Furie

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With the world facing nuclear annihilation, Superman attempts to prevent disaster by removing all warheads from Earth's orbit. However, Lex Luthor enacts a devious scheme, creating a clone of Superman using radioactive material. This new being, known as Nuclear Man, possesses incredible power and poses a grave threat to everything Superman values, forcing him to confront a nearly unstoppable adversary.

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1

Debris Field Crisis

A catastrophic debris field wreaks havoc on a Russian space station, endangering the crew. Superman leaps into action, employing his incredible powers to perform a daring rescue, ensuring the safety of the astronauts who could have been lost in the vastness of space.

Russian Space Station
2

Return to Smallville

After the rescue mission, Clark Kent returns to Smallville, where he inherits his late parents' rural farm. While there, he discovers the Kryptonian capsule that carried him to Earth and finds a glowing green energy module, accompanied by a warning from his mother about its immense power.

Smallville
3

The Daily Planet Under New Management

Returning to Metropolis, Clark discovers that the Daily Planet is now under the control of David Warfield, who has ousted Perry White. Warfield's daughter, Lacy, has taken over as editor, creating a new, scandal-driven atmosphere within the newspaper.

Metropolis
4

Superman’s Solitude

With tensions rising over a potential nuclear arms race, Superman decides to retreat to his Arctic sanctuary, the Fortress of Solitude. This period of introspection is interrupted when Warfield sensationalizes Superman’s inaction, prompting the hero to speak out on global peace.

Fortress of Solitude
5

Superman at the United Nations

In a historic speech at the United Nations, Superman declares his mission to eliminate nuclear weapons from Earth. His statement emphasizes the need for global unity in averting devastation caused by arms races as he pledges to use his influence for peace.

United Nations
6

Luthor’s Escape

Young Lenny Luthor orchestrates a plan to help his uncle, Lex Luthor, escape from prison, partnering with underworld arms dealers. This marks the beginning of a malicious endeavor aimed directly at avenging Superman and targeting him with deadly technology.

7

Nuclear Missile Launch

In a chilling plot, Lex Luthor's henchmen use Superman's hair to attach it to a nuclear missile. After a test launch, Superman intercepts the missile and redirects it towards the Sun, which unleashes a powerful transformation and creates the Nuclear Man.

8

Battle with Nuclear Man

Upon landing on Earth, the newly created Nuclear Man begins his quest to find his 'father,' Lex Luthor. Superman confronts him, resulting in a fierce battle that tests the limits of Superman's strength and resolve.

Earth
9

Saving the Statue of Liberty

In the midst of their fierce conflict, Superman saves the Statue of Liberty from crashing into the streets of Metropolis. Unfortunately, the exertion weakens him, and he suffers from radiation sickness due to the Nuclear Man's attacks.

Metropolis
10

Lois's Emotional Outburst

Lois Lane, upset by the Daily Planet's sensational headline claiming 'Superman Dead?', visits Clark Kent to express her feelings. However, Clark, weakened by his condition, cannot respond, opting instead to retrieve the Kryptonian energy module for a potential remedy.

Clark Kent's Apartment
11

Nuclear Man's Obsession

With a twisted fixation on Lacy, the Nuclear Man begins threatening innocents to draw her out. Their confrontation forces him to abduct Lacy, taking her to the Moon, which escalates the stakes for Superman.

Moon
12

Superman's Desperate Maneuver

In a desperate bid to save Lacy, Superman overcomes the Moon's gravity and pushes it out of orbit. This drastic action casts a shadow over Earth, neutralizing the Nuclear Man's powers and presenting an opportunity to rescue Lacy.

Outer Space
13

Final Confrontation

Superman swiftly saves Lacy from the Nuclear Man just as time runs out. After ensuring her safety, he captures the lifeless Nuclear Man and deposits him into the core of a nuclear plant, transforming him into a source of energy.

Nuclear Power Plant
14

Daily Planet’s Recovery

With the chaos subsided, Perry White secures a loan to regain control of the Daily Planet. He ensures the integrity of the newspaper remains intact, preventing Warfield from continuing his damaging influence.

Daily Planet
15

A New Dawn

As a new day breaks, Superman soars into the sky, embodying hope and justice. He remains vigilant and ready to face new challenges and adventures in a world that continuously evolves.

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