Cleveland grabs the film industry spotlight in "Superman" movie | Axios Cleveland

Wednesday, July 09, 2025

Sean Sims

Superman and his dog Crypto. Photo: Courtesy of Greater Cleveland Film Commission and Warner Bros.

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July 9th, 2025

More than 90 years after Jerry Seigel and Joe Shuster created Superman, a new film soars into theaters this week, showcasing the city where the character was developed.

Why it matters: Last year's filming of "Superman" in Northeast Ohio contributed to nearly $80 million in local film production and thousands of jobs last year, according to the Greater Cleveland Film Commission (GCFC).

The much-anticipated movie serves as one of the greatest examples yet of Cleveland's ability to host major productions.

The intrigue: News of "Superman" filming in Cleveland broke in February 2024 when the movie, listed under the working title "Genesis," was listed on the Ohio Department of Development's filming slate as receiving $11 million in tax credits.

Scenes were shot during the summer as downtown served as a stand-in for the city of Metropolis.