Christopher Reeve reveals wife's 'words that saved my life' after tragic accident: documentary

The story of "Superman" star Christopher Reeve’s journey from onscreen to real life hero is being documented for audiences around the world.

"Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story" premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in January and is now coming to theaters for wider audiences.

A new trailer for the film includes clips from his family, including children Matthew, Alexandra and Will, his late wife Dana, who died of lung cancer in 2006, as well as famous friends like Susan Sarandon and Glenn Close.