Superman IV: The Quest for Peace Timeline ( Real )

film_release
July 24, 1987

Release of Superman IV: The Quest for Peace

Superman IV: The Quest for Peace was released to the public, marking the fourth installment in the Superman film series.

filming
September 1986

Filming of Superman IV begins

Principal photography for Superman IV: The Quest for Peace commenced, continuing the Superman franchise.

script_development
Early 1986

Screenplay development for Superman IV

The screenplay for Superman IV: The Quest for Peace was developed, focusing on Superman's quest to eliminate nuclear weapons from Earth.

casting
1985

Christopher Reeve signs on for Superman IV

Christopher Reeve agreed to reprise his role as Superman/Clark Kent in the fourth Superman film.

Superman IV: The Quest for Peace Timeline ( Fictional )

contextual_event
Circa early 1980s

Superman Witnesses Global Nuclear Tensions

Superman observes the escalating nuclear arms race threatening global peace, highlighting the urgency for disarmament.

public_appeal
Shortly after global tensions rise

Superman Addresses the United Nations

Superman appears before the United Nations, pleading for global nuclear disarmament to preserve peace on Earth.

mission
Following UN address

Superman Collects Nuclear Weapons

Superman embarks on a mission to collect and disable nuclear weapons worldwide, effectively reducing nuclear arsenals.

villain_action
After Superman's disarmament mission

Lex Luthor Steals Superman's Hair

Lex Luthor sneaks into the Fortress of Solitude and steals a lock of Superman's hair to create a powerful clone.

villain_creation
Shortly after theft of hair

Creation of Nuclear Man

Lex Luthor uses Superman's hair and nuclear energy to create Nuclear Man, a superpowered adversary designed to challenge Superman.

conflict
After Nuclear Man's creation

Nuclear Man Causes Destruction in Metropolis

Nuclear Man goes on a rampage in Metropolis, causing massive destruction and posing a severe threat to civilians.

climactic_battle
Following Nuclear Man's rampage

Superman Battles Nuclear Man

A fierce battle ensues between Superman and Nuclear Man, showcasing their comparable strengths and powers.

resolution
After climactic battle

Superman Defeats Nuclear Man

Superman outsmarts and defeats Nuclear Man by exposing him to solar radiation, leading to his eventual destruction.

conclusion
After defeating Nuclear Man

Superman Reaffirms Commitment to Peace

Superman emphasizes the importance of peace and disarmament, inspiring humanity to work towards a safer world.