Best Superhero Films on KLM Flights (July 2026): Critic-Ranked
Best Superhero Films on KLM Flights — July 2026
Superman has landed on KLM. James Gunn's DCU reboot — David Corenswet as Clark Kent, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane — is the headline new superhero arrival of July 2026. Alongside it, KLM's catalog carries one of the broadest simultaneous superhero lineups in inflight entertainment: Logan, both Wonder Woman films, all three Guardians films, the complete Deadpool trilogy, The Batman, Thor, and more. All scores combine Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic.
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Why Superhero Films Work at 35,000 Feet
The best superhero films — Logan, Wonder Woman, Guardians of the Galaxy — function because they're genuinely well-made films that happen to feature characters in costumes. The worst superhero films have a certain advantage at altitude too: they're loud, fast, and visually engaging enough to keep tired passengers occupied without demanding sustained attention. The July catalog has both kinds. This article tells you which is which.
The Best Superhero Films on KLM in July 2026
1. Logan (2017) — 85%
Runtime: 2 hr 17 min | RT Score: 93% | Metacritic: 77/100
James Mangold's farewell to Hugh Jackman's Wolverine is the best superhero film on KLM's July catalog by a significant margin. It's structured as a western, paced as a character study, and emotionally devastating in its final act. Patrick Stewart's Professor X is heartbreaking. Dafne Keen, as the child Logan protects, is extraordinary. A 93% on Rotten Tomatoes. This is the film you watch when someone says superhero movies are all the same.
2. Wonder Woman (2017) — 84%
Runtime: 2 hr 21 min | RT Score: 93% | Metacritic: 76/100
Patty Jenkins's origin story — Diana leaving Themyscira to fight in World War I — remains one of the most consistently entertaining superhero films of the past decade. Gal Gadot and Chris Pine have genuine chemistry. The No Man's Land sequence is among the great action set-pieces of the genre. A 93% Rotten Tomatoes score.
3. Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) — 84%
Runtime: 2 hr 1 min | RT Score: 91% | Metacritic: 76/100
James Gunn's original — before he moved to DC — is the Marvel film that proved the formula could accommodate genuine character comedy. Chris Pratt, Vin Diesel (one word), Bradley Cooper as an angry raccoon, and a mixtape of 1970s pop songs. The film that made the MCU interesting to people who weren't already interested. A 91% on Rotten Tomatoes.
4. The Batman (2022) — 78%
RT Score: 85% | Metacritic: 72/100
Matt Reeves's detective noir Batman — Robert Pattinson, Paul Dano as the Riddler, Zoë Kravitz as Catwoman — is the darkest and most methodical Batman film made. It's closer to Zodiac than to any previous entry in the franchise. At 78% combined it's the fourth-highest-rated superhero film in the catalog. Long (approximately 3 hours) but worth it on a red-eye.
5. Superman (2025) — 76%
Runtime: 2 hr 9 min | RT Score: 83% | Metacritic: 68/100
James Gunn's DCU reboot is the headline arrival. David Corenswet brings a warmer, more hopeful interpretation of Clark Kent than the Snyder era, and Rachel Brosnahan's Lois Lane is one of the best versions of the character on screen. Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor. At 76% combined it's not a masterpiece, but it's genuinely enjoyable — which is a significant improvement on several recent DC entries. If you've been waiting for the DCU to find its footing, this is the sign.
6. Deadpool (2016) — 75%
Runtime: 1 hr 48 min | RT Score: 85% | Metacritic: 65/100
Ryan Reynolds's fourth-wall-breaking mercenary remains the MCU's most successfully cynical entry. The film's self-aware meta-commentary on superhero tropes hasn't entirely dated. At 108 minutes it's the shortest of the three Deadpool films.
7. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2 (2017) — 76%
RT Score: 85% | Metacritic: 67/100
The sequel adds depth to Quill's father plotline at the cost of some of the original's energy. Still better than most superhero sequels. Yondu's arc is the emotional highlight.
8. Black Widow (2021) — 74%
Runtime: 2 hr 14 min | RT Score: 79% | Metacritic: 68/100
Scarlett Johansson's standalone Black Widow film — set between Civil War and Infinity War — pairs her with Florence Pugh as her surrogate sister Yelena. Pugh is the best thing in it; her Yelena has carried the character forward in subsequent MCU entries. A more character-focused entry than most Marvel releases.
9. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3 (2023) — 73%
Runtime: 2 hr 30 min | RT Score: 82% | Metacritic: 64/100
James Gunn's farewell to his MCU Guardians is the most emotionally serious of the three — Rocket Raccoon's backstory, finally revealed in full, is genuinely affecting. At 82% Rotten Tomatoes it's the best-reviewed of the sequels. A satisfying trilogy closer for anyone who's watched all three.
Superhero Rankings — July 2026
| Rank | Title | Year | Runtime | RT | Metacritic | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Logan | 2017 | 2h 17m | 93% | 77 | 85% |
| 2 | Wonder Woman | 2017 | 2h 21m | 93% | 76 | 84% |
| 3 | Guardians of the Galaxy | 2014 | 2h 01m | 91% | 76 | 84% |
| 4 | The Batman | 2022 | — | 85% | 72 | 78% |
| 5 | Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2 | 2017 | — | 85% | 67 | 76% |
| 6 | Superman | 2025 | 2h 09m | 83% | 68 | 76% |
| 7 | Deadpool | 2016 | 1h 48m | 85% | 65 | 75% |
| 8 | Deadpool 2 | 2018 | 1h 59m | 83% | 66 | 74% |
| 9 | Black Widow | 2021 | 2h 14m | 79% | 68 | 74% |
| 10 | Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3 | 2023 | 2h 30m | 82% | 64 | 73% |
| 11 | Captain Marvel | 2019 | 2h 03m | 79% | 64 | 72% |
| 12 | Thor | 2011 | 1h 55m | 77% | 57 | 67% |
| 13 | Deadpool & Wolverine | 2024 | 2h 08m | 77% | 56 | 66% |
| 14 | Captain America: Brave New World | 2025 | 1h 58m | 46% | 42 | 44% |
| 15 | The Fantastic Four: First Steps | 2025 | 1h 55m | — | 65 | 32% |
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The Complete Deadpool Trilogy on KLM
All three Deadpool films are available simultaneously on KLM's July 2026 catalog:
| Film | Year | Runtime | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deadpool | 2016 | 1h 48m | 75% |
| Deadpool 2 | 2018 | 1h 59m | 74% |
| Deadpool & Wolverine | 2024 | 2h 08m | 66% |
Total runtime: 5 hr 55 min — enough to fill a flight to New York with ten minutes to spare.
Superhero Viewing Tip
The superhero genre is one where viewing order matters. If you're planning to watch multiple films, Logan is the best standalone entry — it requires no prior viewing. The Guardians trilogy and the Deadpool trilogy work best in sequence. Don't watch Deadpool & Wolverine without having seen the earlier Deadpool films first; the character dynamics assume prior knowledge.
If You Liked Logan, Also Try...
- The Batman (78%) — the same slow, character-driven approach to a superhero film.
- Wonder Woman (84%) — different tone, same commitment to making the protagonist matter.
- Guardians of the Galaxy (84%) — if you want something lighter but equally well-crafted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the new Superman movie on KLM in July 2026? Yes — Superman (2025), directed by James Gunn and starring David Corenswet as Clark Kent, is available on KLM's July 2026 inflight entertainment with a combined critic score of 76% (RT: 83%, Metacritic: 68).
Does KLM have all three Deadpool films in July 2026? Yes — Deadpool (75%), Deadpool 2 (74%), and Deadpool & Wolverine (66%) are all available on KLM's July 2026 IFE catalog.
What is the highest-rated superhero film on KLM in July 2026? Logan (2017, directed by James Mangold, starring Hugh Jackman) leads at 85% combined critic score (RT: 93%, Metacritic: 77).
How often does KLM's superhero selection change? Monthly. Visit inflight.guide for current availability.
Internal Links
- KLM Movies July 2026 — Full Rankings
- Best Action & Thriller Films on KLM — July 2026
- KLM In-Flight Entertainment Guide