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Christopher Reeve

Christopher Reeve

Director & actor · born 25 September 1952 · New York City, New York, USA

Christopher D'Olier Reeve (September 25, 1952 – October 10, 2004) was an American actor, film director, producer, screenwriter and author. He achieved stardom for his acting achievements, including his notable motion picture portrayal of the fictional superhero Superman.

On May 27, 1995, Reeve became a quadriplegic after being thrown from a horse in an equestrian competition in Virginia. He required a wheelchair and breathing apparatus for the rest of his life. He lobbied on behalf of people with spinal cord injuries, and for human embryonic stem cell research afterward. He founded the Christopher Reeve Foundation and co-founded the Reeve-Irvine Research Center.

Where to start: Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story (2024).

As director 3

As actor 72

TV shows 9

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Christopher Reeve movie?

By viewer score, Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story (2024) at 8.1/10.

What are Christopher Reeve’s most popular movies?

Superman, Superman II, Superman III.

How many movies has Christopher Reeve made?

75 films on TMDB, 3 as director, 72 as actor.

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