Disc One

• Strong Characters, Legendary Roles (1080p; 25:59) purports to be about the history of the character, but instead focuses almost solely on this film's reimagined version, with passing nods to various changes in the comic book through the years. A more inclusive look at Superman's storied multimedia past might have been more informative.

• All Out Action (1080p; 26:02) takes a look at the physical training of the actors, as well as the stunt coordination and big set pieces that are a major part of the film.

• Krypton Decoded (1080p; 6:42) features host Dylan Sprayberry, who plays the teenaged Clark, looking at the visual effects sequence of the destruction of Krypton.

• Superman 75th Anniversary Animated Short (1080p; 2:03). For those who miss John Williams' epic theme from the earlier Superman films, it's here.

• New Zealand: Home to Middle Earth (1080p; 6:35).

Disc Two

• Journey of Discovery: Creating Man of Steel (1080p; 2:54:05) is the first time that I can remember where the feature film is presented again on a second disc with interstitial interviews and background featurettes, but that's exactly what this is. Unfortunately this bonus content is not available as a standalone supplement.

• Planet Krypton (1080p; 17:18). If you've ever wondered what History Channel would do with this subject if Krypton and the events of Man of Steel were actually real, look no further. This is one of the more patently ridiculous supplements in recent memory.

In the pantheon of superheroes, Superman is the most recognized and revered character of all time. Clark Kent/Kal-El (Henry Cavill) is a young twenty-something journalist who feels alienated by powers beyond anyone's imagination. Transported to Earth years ago from Krypton, an advanced alien planet, Clark struggles with the ultimate question 'Why am I here?' Shaped by the values of his adoptive parents Martha (Lane) and Jonathan Kent (Costner), Clark soon discovers that having super abilities means making very difficult decisions. When the world needs stability the most, it comes under attack. Will his abilities be used to maintain peace or ultimately used to divide and conquer? Clark must become the hero known as Superman, not only to shine as the world's last beacon of hope but to protect the ones he loves.