Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story is a powerful 2024 documentary film that chronicles the extraordinary life of Christopher Reeve — from global fame as Superman to his tragic horse-riding accident that left him paralyzed, and his inspiring journey as a disability rights activist.

Directed by Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui, the film explores Reeve’s legacy through personal insights from his children — Alexandra Reeve Givens, Matthew Reeve, and Will Reeve — and rare archival footage. It dives deep into the resilience of a man who redefined heroism beyond the screen.

A British-American co-production between Words + Pictures, Passion Pictures, and Misfits Entertainment, the documentary premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival to critical acclaim. It was later released theatrically in the U.S. by Warner Bros., HBO Documentary Films, and CNN Films, with a streaming release on Max.

Widely praised by critics, Super/Man won Best Documentary at the BAFTAs, the Producers Guild Awards, and six Critics’ Choice Documentary Awards. It was also named one of the Top 5 Documentaries of 2024 by the National Board of Review.

Plot Summary:
After achieving worldwide fame as Superman, Christopher Reeve faced a life-altering accident in 1995 that left him paralyzed. Rather than stepping back, he became a passionate voice for spinal cord research and disability rights, proving that true strength comes from within.