Superhero Movie (2008)
A nerdy teen gains powers from a radioactive dragonfly, leading to broad, raunchy, and campy superheroics.
Rick Riker is a nerdy teen imbued with superpowers by a radioactive dragonfly. And because every hero needs a nemesis, enter Lou Landers, aka the villainously goofy Hourglass.
How intense is Superhero Movie?
Superhero Movie has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it stays light. The pace is brisk, and it is a party watch and fine in the background. The humor runs broad and raunchy. Rated PG-13.
What Superhero Movie feels like
- Tone
- campyabsurdistdarkly comic
- Pace
- Brisk
- Humor
- broad and big, raunchy
- Best for
- PartyBackground
Where to stream Superhero Movie
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 15, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Superhero Movie for you?
Is Superhero Movie scary?
No. Superhero Movie is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Superhero Movie gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Superhero Movie sad or heavy?
Not at all. It keeps things light.
Is Superhero Movie OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Superhero Movie?
Superhero Movie runs 1h 22m.
Where can I stream Superhero Movie?
Superhero Movie is streaming on Prime Video, Hoopla, The Roku Channel and Fandango at Home (free).
Does Superhero Movie have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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