McFarlane Superman The Movie Clark Kent EliteEdition Early Look
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Huge thanks to @just_bsing on Instagram for posting these images! “You’ve got me?! Who’s got you?!” Boy are we thrilled to see this one finally surface. McFarlane Toys has a Clark Kent 1978 Elite Edition figure on the way, inspired by the legendary Superman The Movie, and I cannot be more excited. Christopher Reeve’s portrayal of the bumbling, lovable Clark Kent is one of the most iconic performances in superhero film history, and seeing that classic look captured in figure form is just super exciting. We don’t have an official release date yet, but as @just_bsing noted, for obvious reasons it should be very soon. I always loved the duality Reeve brought to the role, how he could shift from mild-mannered reporter to the Man of Steel with just a change in posture and presence, and this figure looks like it really leans into that Clark Kent charm. No word yet on accessories or full details, but we’ll be keeping our eyes peeled. So let’s take a look at the McFarlane Superman The Movie Clark Kent Edition!
The packaging presents a great Daily Planet press badge as the card art centerpiece, complete with a photo of Clark in his bespectacled reporter look. You can see how the tray is loaded with accessories, including an alternate head sculpt, multiple swap-out hands, and what appears to be a pair of glasses.
The white box uses a clean, minimal design with the classic Superman: The Movie logo rendered in metallic silver and gold at the bottom. A large window panel gives you a full look at Clark Kent in his open-suit reveal pose, with the Daily Planet press badge art adding a nice thematic touch to the presentation.
The box art features a gorgeous close-up photograph of Christopher Reeve as Clark Kent, capturing his signature wide-eyed, slightly bewildered expression behind those oversized round glasses. I like how the dark suit and striped tie in the photo complement the packaging’s sleek black framing, tying the whole presentation together.
Clark Kent comes packed with a generous spread of accessories, and here’s where you really get a sense of what this set offers through the tray. The Daily Planet press badge insert is a fun design element that doubles as both packaging art and a nod to Clark’s day job, with the oversized “PRESS” lettering and photo ID giving it an almost prop-replica feel.
Here’s a closer look at the Clark Kent head sculpt, and the Christopher Reeve likeness is genuinely impressive, from the strong jawline to the neatly swept-back dark hair and those piercing blue eyes. The open suit jacket and white dress shirt pull apart to reveal the iconic S-shield underneath in bold blue, red, and yellow, with the sculpted folds in the fabric selling that mid-transformation moment beautifully.
The front of the box leans heavily into the 1978 film’s iconic imagery, with a sweeping shot of Christopher Reeve in full Superman glory soaring against a glowing cityscape, while the side panel features his Clark Kent portrait in suit and glasses. I like the way the deep purple and blue tones of the nighttime Metropolis skyline wrap around the box, giving the whole package a cinematic quality that feels true to the film.
