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Super

  • 20102010
  • RR
  • 1h 36m
IMDb RATING
6.7/10
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Liv Tyler, Elliot Page, and Rainn Wilson in Super (2010)
An everyday guy (Wilson) transforms himself into wannabe superhero the Crimson Bolt after his wife leaves him for Jacques (Bacon), a suave drug-dealer. Joined by teen-sidekick Libby (Page), the duo engage in war against crime and look to take down Jacques and his empire.
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After his wife falls under the influence of a drug dealer, an everyday guy transforms himself into Crimson Bolt, a superhero with the best intentions, but lacking in heroic skills.After his wife falls under the influence of a drug dealer, an everyday guy transforms himself into Crimson Bolt, a superhero with the best intentions, but lacking in heroic skills.After his wife falls under the influence of a drug dealer, an everyday guy transforms himself into Crimson Bolt, a superhero with the best intentions, but lacking in heroic skills.

IMDb RATING
6.7/10
80K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
2,547
624
  • Director
    • James Gunn
  • Writer
    • James Gunn
  • Stars
    • Rainn Wilson
    • Elliot Page
    • Liv Tyler
Top credits
  • Director
    • James Gunn
  • Writer
    • James Gunn
  • Stars
    • Rainn Wilson
    • Elliot Page
    • Liv Tyler
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 269User reviews
    • 240Critic reviews
    • 50Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win

    Videos3

    Super
    Trailer 2:12
    Super
    A Guide to the Films of James Gunn
    Clip 1:35
    A Guide to the Films of James Gunn
    After "The Boys," Watch These Supes Next
    Clip 2:13
    After "The Boys," Watch These Supes Next

    Photos142

    Elliot Page in Super (2010)
    Elliot Page and Rainn Wilson in Super (2010)
    Rainn Wilson in Super (2010)
    James Gunn, Elliot Page, and Rainn Wilson at an event for Super (2010)
    Elliot Page at an event for Super (2010)
    Liv Tyler and James Gunn at an event for Super (2010)
    Drew Pinsky at an event for Super (2010)
    Liv Tyler and James Gunn at an event for Super (2010)
    James Gunn and Rainn Wilson at an event for Super (2010)
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    Michael Rooker and Mikaela Hoover at an event for Super (2010)

    Top cast

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    Rainn Wilson
    Rainn Wilson
    • Frank Darboas Frank Darbo
    Elliot Page
    Elliot Page
    • Libbyas Libby
    Liv Tyler
    Liv Tyler
    • Sarahas Sarah
    Kevin Bacon
    Kevin Bacon
    • Jacquesas Jacques
    Gregg Henry
    Gregg Henry
    • Detective John Felkneras Detective John Felkner
    Michael Rooker
    Michael Rooker
    • Abeas Abe
    Andre Royo
    Andre Royo
    • Hamiltonas Hamilton
    Sean Gunn
    Sean Gunn
    • Tobyas Toby
    Stephen Blackehart
    Stephen Blackehart
    • Quillas Quill
    Don Mac
    • Mr. Rangeas Mr. Range
    Linda Cardellini
    Linda Cardellini
    • Pet Store Employeeas Pet Store Employee
    Nathan Fillion
    Nathan Fillion
    • The Holy Avengeras The Holy Avenger
    Gerardo Davila
    Gerardo Davila
    • Copas Cop
    • (as Gerardo Davilla)
    Grant Goodman
    Grant Goodman
    • Young Frankas Young Frank
    Paul T. Taylor
    Paul T. Taylor
    • Frank Sr.as Frank Sr.
    • (as Paul Taylor)
    Connor Day
    • Teenage Frankas Teenage Frank
    James Gunn
    James Gunn
    • Demonswillas Demonswill
    Mikaela Hoover
    Mikaela Hoover
    • Hollyas Holly
    • Director
      • James Gunn
    • Writer
      • James Gunn
    • All cast & crew
    • See more cast details at IMDbPro

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    Storyline

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    Frank Darrbo is a hapless fry cook. When his wife Sarah falls off the wagon and dumps him for Jacques, a drug dealer, Frank tries to get her back by reporting her kidnapped, grabbing her from Jacques' car, and wailing for her to return. After watching Christian TV and having a vision, he becomes a superhero to fight evil. He sews a costume, finds a weapon (a pipe wrench) and looks for crimes to stop. He has problems: his wrench inflicts real injury, so the cops want him for being a vigilante, his sense of boundaries is flawed, and Jacques' gang has guns. Libby, a clerk at a comic book store, becomes his sidekick, and it's time to go save Sarah. What chance do they have? —<jhailey@hotmail.com>
    • tragicomedy
    • black comedy
    • female on male rape
    • superhero
    • comic book
    • 188 more
    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Taglines
      • Shut up, crime!
    • Genres
      • Action
      • Comedy
      • Crime
    • Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
      • Rated R for strong bloody violence, pervasive language, sexual content and drug use
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      The role of Jacques was supposed to be played by Jean-Claude Van Damme up until a week before shooting began. Gunn said "the guy was kind of A.W.O.L. I just couldn't risk that personality type on this movie." Kevin Bacon stepped in as a last minute replacement.
    • Goofs
      After getting shot, Frank drives away and the shadow of the camera man is visible on the Crimson Bolt. The sun is on the other side (car has turned around) in the next shot in the car. Likewise, the camera's shadow is visible on the wall as the Crimson Bolt climbs over Jacques' fence.
    • Quotes

      Jacques: What are you gonna do? you gonna execute me for my sins? Don't think you're better than me, you fucking psycho. You fucking almost killed people for butting into line.

      Frank D'Arbo: [Interrupts] You don't butt in line! You don't sell drugs! You don't molest little children! You don't profit on the misery of others! The rules were set a long time ago. They don't change.

      Jacques: You really think that killing me, stabbing me to death is gonna change the world?

      Frank D'Arbo: I can't know that for sure... unless I try.

    • Crazy credits
      The credits encourage viewers to "Follow Team Super on Twitter": "@james_gunn - James Gunn @tedhope - Ted Hope @ambushent - Miranda Bailey @rainnwilson - Rainn Wilson @nathanfillion - Nathan Fillion"

      Twitter is also included in the 'Special Thanks' section.
    • Alternate versions
      Some of the more brutal scenes were removed for the television edits.
    • Connections
      Featured in Half in the Bag: Super and The Watchman (2011)
    • Soundtracks
      Speak Vernacular
      Written by James Gunn, Michael Meitner, James Lang, and Dino English

      Performed by The Icons

      Licensed by arrangement with Two Monkeys, a Goat, and Another, Dead, Monkey, Inc (BMI)

      Courtesy of Ancient Lizard Records

    User reviews269

    Review
    Top review
    8/10
    Loved it
    As stated, dark and twisted. Good cast and great work. I really liked it and it was what I expected. Give it a go.
    helpful•12
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    • Chrispearce2
    • Aug 20, 2020

    FAQ2

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • June 10, 2011 (Iceland)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Супер
    • Filming locations
      • Shreveport, Louisiana, USA
    • Production companies
      • This Is That Productions
      • Ambush Entertainment
      • Cold Iron Pictures
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $2,500,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $327,716
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $46,549
      • Apr 3, 2011
    • Gross worldwide
      • $422,618
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 36 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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