Superman II Timeline ( Real )

release
June 19, 1980

Release of Superman II

Superman II, the sequel to the 1978 Superman film, was released to theaters.

production_start
February 1979

Start of Production for Superman II

Principal photography for Superman II began, continuing the story of Superman from the first film.

production_end
October 1979

Completion of Filming Superman II

Filming for Superman II wrapped, marking the end of principal photography.

special_release
November 28, 2006

Superman II Special Edition Released

Director Richard Donner's cut of Superman II, known as the Special Edition, was released many years later, offering an alternate version of the film.

Superman II Timeline ( Fictional )

heroic_event
Early 1980

Superman Stops Atomic Bomb

Superman intervenes to stop an atomic bomb detonation on the San Andreas Fault, showcasing his powers and dedication.

character_development
1980, Before Kryptonian Arrival

Superman Revealed to Lois Lane

Clark Kent reveals his identity as Superman to Lois Lane during a mission in Paris.

villain_entry
1980, Days After Superman's Bomb Intervention

Kryptonian Villains Escape Phantom Zone

General Zod, Ursa, and Non escape from the Phantom Zone and arrive on Earth, aiming to conquer it.

conflict
1980, Shortly After Arrival

Villains Begin Reign of Terror

General Zod and his cohorts start their assault on Earth, demonstrating immense power and threatening global safety.

climax
1980, Mid-Late

Superman Confronts Kryptonian Villains

Superman fights Zod, Ursa, and Non, struggling to contain their power and stop their destruction.

sacrifice
1980, Following Initial Confrontation

Superman Gives Up His Powers

Superman chooses to become human to be with Lois Lane, losing his powers temporarily.

conflict_escalation
1980, Immediately After Superman Loses Powers

Kryptonian Villains Dominate Earth

Without Superman's powers to oppose them, the villains gain control and terrorize humanity extensively.

resolution
1980, Final Battle

Superman Regains Powers and Defeats Villains

Superman recovers his abilities and ultimately defeats General Zod and his team, restoring peace.

character_moment
1980, Conclusion

Superman Saves Lois Before Exile

Before returning to the Phantom Zone to imprison the villains, Superman saves Lois from danger, reaffirming their bond.