Superman III Review

Mike and Dan revisit Superman III, the 1983 film directed by Richard Lester that shifts tone dramatically from the first two Superman movies. They discuss how the film's reliance on slapstick comedy, Richard Pryor's dominance over the plot, and lazy special effects undermine what could have been interesting story elements—including Clark's return to Smallville, the hunt for kryptonite, and an evil Superman subplot. The hosts compare it unfavorably to its predecessors and explore how the film's tonal inconsistencies and bloated plot make it feel more like an Adam West Batman film than a Superman movie.