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Cleveland Arcade Hosts Superman and Lois Lane's Iconic Kiss in 2025 Film
31 Jul
Summary
- Superman filmed in Cleveland, doubling as Metropolis
- Cleveland Arcade building used as backdrop for Superman and Lois Lane's climactic kiss
- Cleveland locations like Progressive Field and Public Square featured in the film
This past summer, the 2025 Superman movie brought the Man of Steel to Cleveland, with the city doubling as Metropolis for the highly-anticipated film. While Northeast Ohioans are no strangers to boasting about the city's connection to the comic book character, the movie's production in Cleveland has generated even more excitement.
The film, directed by James Gunn, featured several recognizable Cleveland landmarks, including the Leader Building, which stood in for the Daily Planet, and Progressive Field, home of the Metropolis Meteors. Even the city's Public Square, a frequent target for on-screen destruction, made an appearance. But the most iconic moment came when Superman and Lois Lane shared a kiss in the stunning Cleveland Arcade building, providing a happy ending for the superhero romance.
Despite the occasional superhero-induced chaos, the movie's use of Cleveland locations has been a source of pride for local residents. After all, the city has often taken a beating in Marvel Cinematic Universe films, so it was refreshing to see the Man of Steel saving the day and even a Cleveland squirrel in the process.
