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    What is the name of the bully who picked on young Clark Kent?'Superman' Film Trivia

      Brad Wilson .

    By the end of 'Superman IV: The Quest For Peace,' who is the publisher of the 'Daily Planet'?'Superman' Film Trivia

      Perry White. Some people get confused and believe that Perry White was always the publisher of the 'Daily Planet', but he was only the Managing Editor. In 'Superman IV,' however, the 'Daily Planet' was purchased by David Warfield and turned into a tabloid rag. This angered Perry White to the point that he went to the bank, borrowed enough money and became a majority shareholder for the 'Daily Planet,' which effectively made him its publisher as well.

    Where does the name 'Clark' come from?'Superman' Film Trivia

      Martha Kent's maiden name. In 'Superman: The Movie,' Jonathan says to his wife: 'Martha Clark Kent, are you listening to what I'm saying?'

    By the time Clark Kent becomes Superman (costume and all), how old is he?'Superman' Film Trivia

      30. This is inferred from Jor-El's speech to his son in the Fortress of Solitude. It begins, 'By now you will have reached your 18th year as it is measured on Earth...' Later, Jor-El tells his son, 'By the time we return to the confines of your galaxy, twelve of your years will have passed.' Eighteen plus twleve equals thirty.

    Which real-life newspaper lent its building to become the offices of the 'Daily Planet'?'Superman' Film Trivia

      New York Daily News.

    To whom is 'Superman: The Movie' dedicated in the credits?'Superman' Film Trivia

      Geoffery Unsworth. Geoffrey Unsworth was the Director of Photography for 'Superman: The Movie' and portions of 'Superman II.' He died shortly before the first film was released.

    Which character from the 'Superman' comics does not make an appearance in any of the films?'Superman' Film Trivia

      Pete Ross. Johnathan and Jor-El appear in 'Superman: the {Movie';} Lana appears in both the first and third films.

    How many of the 'Superman' films feature Kryptonite?'Superman' Film Trivia

      2. 'Superman: The Movie' and 'Superman III'.

    Where is Lex Luthor's lair located in 'Superman: The Movie'?'Superman' Film Trivia

      Beneath Grand Central Station.

    What was the substance which Gus Gorman used in place of the 'unknown' element that makes up kryptonite in 'Superman III'?'Superman' Film Trivia

      Tar. In 'Superman III' Richard Pryor had computers analyze Kryptonite so that Websco could synthesize it. One of the elements in authentic kryptonite's make-up, however, was unknown to the computer. Gus glanced down and saw the ingredient 'tar' on his carton of cigarettes, so he told the computers to use tar in place of the unknown element.

    Finish Brad's quote from the end of the movie. 'I hate you, Clark. I've always hated you. Do you know why? Because_____________.'?'Superman III' The Quiz

      you're a nice guy. 'And nice guys finish last!'

    What happens to Gus Gorman at the very end of this movie?'Superman III' The Quiz

      he heads for the nearest bus station. Superman does get him a job offer, but once Superman flies away Gus decides to head for the nearest bus station.

    What does the super-computer do to Vera?'Superman III' The Quiz

      turns her into a robot. Ridiculous but true. The supercomputer tries to strangle Superman with wire and Lorelei is pinned against the cave wall by the computer. Vera is... turned into a robot!

    During the end confrontation, two of the four villains were actually rooting for Superman. Which two were pulling for Superman?'Superman III' The Quiz

      Lorelei and Gus. Lorelei was attracted to Superman and Gus felt guilty about being 'the man who killed Superman' so he stopped the computer from killing Superman.

    What was the tagline for this movie?'Superman III' The Quiz

      The world's super hero in his toughest adventure yet!. ...more like silliest adventure yet!

    What is the name of Lana Lang's son?'Superman III' The Quiz

      Ricky.

    During the Smallville reunion dance, what color is Clark's jacket?'Superman III' The Quiz

      White. You should see him dance too!

    Approximately how much does Gus Gorman steal from Webscoe?'Superman III' The Quiz

      $85,000. I believe it's also what the movie's total gross was too.

    Lois Lane is given a small part in this installmant. Where does her character go in the movie?'Superman III' The Quiz

      Bermuda. She was given such a small part because she voiced her opinion about Donner being fired after the release of the first 'Superman' film.

    Who directed 'Superman III'?'Superman III' The Quiz

      Richard Lester. Same as the previous movie!

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