Jor-El — Superman Character Profile

About Jor-El

Superman's biological father from Krypton, sends message urging him to conquer Earth.

Jor-El — Character Profile

Alignment

Hero

Species

Alien

Abilities

Kryptonian science, Planetary engineering, Genetic manipulation, Strategic planning, Legacy messaging

• Strength: 3/10
• Intelligence: 9.5/10
• Charisma: 7/10
• Morality: 9/10
• Influence: 6/10

Quick Facts about Jor-El

Full Name

Jor-El

Character Facts

Played by

Bradley Cooper

Appears in

Superman (2025)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (2)

• Jor-El — Family Biological Father — Superman (David Corenswet)

  Jor-El's recorded message serves as a genetic and ideological burden for Superman.

• Jor-El — Family Spouse — Lara (Angela Sarafyan)

  Jor-El and Lara share a marital bond rooted in their shared mission to save their son.

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