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Composer Hans Zimmer's breakthrough project was 1988's Rain Main but he rose to prominence in the eyes of comic book fans for scoring Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight Trilogy, starting with 2005's Batman Begins.

Their collaboration continued across multiple blockbusters and Zimmer ultimately took a crack at a few other superhero movies. Those include Man of Steel, Wonder Woman, and even The Amazing Spider-Man 2, though his credits also extend to projects ranging from The Lion King to Gladiator.

During a recent interview with Josh Horowitz, Zimmer was asked whether Marvel Studios has ever come calling in a bid to bring Zimmer into the MCU.

"They have, and it was always... timing wasn’t great," he explained. "And really, quite honestly, I’m looking for other things right now. Look, I’ve done the trifecta - I’ve done Batman, Superman, and Spider-Man, and Wonder Woman! I mean,...

Most major superhero casting announcements are met with a certain amount of scrutiny from the fans, but stepping into a role like Superman - arguably the most famous and iconic comic book character of all time - has to be daunting for any actor.

It may have become a slightly less intimidating prospect over the years since three actors have now suited-up as the Man of Steel on the big screen, but accepting the part is always going to come with some backlash from those who simply don't think you're right for the role.

During a new interview with Esquire, David Corenswet was asked about the criticism he's encountered since the news broke that he will take to the skies as our new Man of Tomorrow in James Gunn's Dcu reboot.

"I like to grow and improve myself with criticism. I don’t take it personally. Quite the opposite,...

Without getting too much into the politics of it all, Superman is arriving at a very fractious time in America.

Talking to press last week, DC Studios co-ceo James Gunn was asked what about his version of the Man of Steel is right for the current cultural moment six months into the second Trump administration.

"In some ways, I would say it’s the right Superman because I don’t think he’s a part of the cultural moment," Gunn responded. "He’s a character that stands for something that is solid, for basic human morals, basic human integrity, the basic belief in protecting others the weak and being good to people and being honest. He stands for what I think of as the rules that don’t change."

It was put to Gunn that some studios, including Disney, have made a conscious decision to move away from diversity, equity...

As the most iconic superhero of all time, it's only natural Superman has seen his share of movie adaptations. The most famous is the four movies begun under Richard Donner with Christopher Reeve becoming a star as Superman/Clark Kent. We've had other live-action adaptations since along with a score of animated films.

Some movies are terrific, making you believe in Superman and boasting great action alongside what makes him so special. Others range from disappointments to frankly awful, ignoring Superman's character and failing to connect. Here are the best Superman movies to watch and a few to skip to show how the Man of Steel hasn't always soared high on film.

Superman has had a lot of movies, but which are the best and which are the worst?

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Where else to start than this hit? It's amazing how near-perfect a superhero movie this is.

On Wednesday 19 February 2025, Cbbc broadcasts Gladiators: Epic Pranks!

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The upcoming episode of “Gladiators: Epic Pranks,” titled “Steel!” promises to be a thrilling and hilarious ride for fans. Set to air on Cbbc, this episode features Nitro and Sabre as they plan an elaborate prank on their fellow Gladiator, Steel. The scene is set at a fake Halloween photoshoot, which is sure to add a spooky twist to the fun.

In this episode, Nitro and Sabre get creative with a huge spider costume, aiming to catch Steel off guard. Alongside the spooky spider, the prank includes bats and a surprising ghost, making the photoshoot a memorable experience for everyone involved. The anticipation builds as viewers wonder how Steel will react to this spooky setup.

Meanwhile, the other Gladiators will be enjoying their time behind the scenes at Sheefield Arena. Their camaraderie and laughter will add to...

Shaquille O’Neal thought he had left the Superman drama in the past. But, after Dwight Howard stole the nickname during the 2008 Dunk Contest, O’Neal recently faced a similar situation in Hollywood. During the 2025 NBA All-Star presentation, James Gunn introduced him to the new Man of Steel, David Corenswet. Well, while fans are impressed with the actor, Shaq just shook his head.

Shaquille O’Neal | image: Keith Allison, licensed under Cc-by-sa 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

You see, back in the day, Shaquille O’Neal had a small problem when Dwight Howard started calling himself “Superman” after his legendary cape-wearing dunk in 2008. Shaq, being a lifelong Superman fan, was not amused. Fast forward to 2025, and Hollywood decided to test O’Neal’s patience again. In an NBA on TNT skit, James Gunn introduced him to David Corenswet as Superman. And Shaq? Well, let’s just say history repeated itself.

Shaquille O’Neal...

Henry Cavill was a notable absentee among the former Superman actors who came together for a panel at Megacon Orlando. While fans speculated that Cavill’s absence could be due to his less-than-stellar exit from DC, one of these actors has revealed the real reason behind it. Tom Welling, who brought Superman to life in Smallville, shared that Cavill was busy with a shoot.

Henry Cavill as Clark Kent/Superman in Man of Steel | Credits: DC Films/Warner Bros. Pictures

Joining Welling on the stage at the event was Tyler Hoechlin, who recently hung up his suit after four seasons of Superman & Lois. Dean Cain, Brandon Routh, George Newbern, and Tim Daly were also present on the panel. Two of these Superman actors have already given their blessing to David Corenswet.

Henry Cavill’s absence from the Superman panel at Megacon Orlando is not due to David Corenswet Henry Cavill...

Over the years, there have been plenty of actors to play the role of Superman. The Man of Steel is one of the most recognizable superheroes of all time, and that makes him one of the most iconic movie and TV stars too. There have been multiple adaptations of the DC Comics character on both the big and small screen, with each actor adding something new and unique to the role. Most recently to do it is Tyler Hoechlin.

Hoechlin initially appeared in a guest stint on The CW's Supergirl in 2016 before starring in his own critically-acclaimed TV series Superman and Lois, which just wrapped its run after four amazing seasons. The show had to end prematurely due to DC Studios' decision to launch a brand new DC Universe featuring a new Superman movie.

With actor David Corenswet set to take over the role, Hoechlin opens up about handing over...

Cineverse has extended its existing deal with Davis Panzer Productions, securing digital rights to nine titles including the original Highlander movie.

Starring Sean Connery and Christopher Lambert, the 1986 action-adventure fantasy film grossed just $5.9 million but became a popular title in home video and pay-tv windows, spawning multiple sequels. Its tagline, “There can be only one!” became a piece of pop-culture lore. A Highlander TV series ran for six seasons in the 1990s and also yielded a spinoff series.

The multi-year, multi-territory agreement gives Cineverse streaming rights for its namesake service and Midnight Pulp as well as distribution via other digital platforms and streaming outlets. A reboot of the feature film and franchise is currently in development at Lionsgate. Chad Stahelski of John Wick fame is set to direct and Man of Steel–The Witcher star Henry Cavill will play the lead role of Connor MacLeod.

Cineverse, formerly known as Cinedigm,...

Rachel Brosnahan revealed the moment she knew that her Superman co-star, David Corenswet, was a perfect fit for the Man of Steel.

In a recent interview, the 34-year-old actress discussed the experience of seeing David in the legendary super suit for the very first time.

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“When we tested for the parts together, I was doing a play, so I had to get out very quickly. I was leaving and I knocked on the door, and he was standing there in a Superman suit, testing,” Rachel told Variety.

“I was just like, ‘Superman is in the building.’ It was wild. It was one of those electric moments that feel really rare. In that moment, I knew it would be David,” she added.

Rachel will be playing Lois Lane in the upcoming D.C. film Superman, which will be released in theaters on July 11, 2025.

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With Rachel Brosnahan joining James Gunn’s new cinematic Dcu, she’s optimistic for some truth, justice and the American way.

The 2x Critics Choice Television Awards winner teased Deadline at Friday’s 30th annual awards show of what’s to come in Gunn’s upcoming take on Superman, and how it “really encapsulates” what the Man of Steel stands for.

“We’re living in a moment of so much turmoil, both here, abroad,” she noted. “There’s a lot of challenges for everybody in all different pockets of the worlds right now. And for a lot of the complaints that people have sometimes about superhero movies, at their core, they’re about the goodness of people and how good we can be to each other, how the pursuit of truth and justice really are the American way, and that courage and hope can carry us through.

“And so, I...

Superman may not be getting a new TV spot during this year's Super Bowl, but it's been confirmed that we will see something new from the Dcu reboot this Sunday during the Puppy Bowl.

Director James Gunn has now shared a video alongside his adorable rescue dog Ozu, reminding fans to tune in. There's no new footage from the movie here, unfortunately, but the Puppy Bowl spot will almost certainly feature some Krypto-focused shots that weren't in the first trailer.

Here's what Gunn had to say about the Man of Steel's four-legged friend - whose appearance is partially based on Ozu's - in a recent interview.

"You'll see in the movie that Krypto probably comes off as a better dog in the trailer than he is in the movie. Pretty terrible dog! You love him because he's a dog and how can you not? And he's got the cute,...

Nicholas Hoult has been on a bit of a run of late. Having lost the role of Batman to fellow Brit Robert Pattinson in "The Batman," the actor will soon play Lex Luthor in James Gunn's upcoming "Superman" after having similarly lost the lead role to David Corenswet. Still, not getting to play Superman almost makes Hoult the perfect Lex Luthor, and it will certainly be interesting to see what the actor does as the Man of Steel's most famous foe. In the lead up to that high-profile role, however, Hoult has been raising his profile and demonstrating his range with a slew of 2024 films that range from animated comedies to searing crime dramas.

After appearing alongside Nicholas Cage in the anticlimactic "Renfield" in 2023, Hoult seemingly went into 2024 determined to keep his career afloat. He voiced Jon Arbuckle in "Garfield," then starred in Clint Eastwood's legal thriller "Juror #2,...

Warner Bros. and director James Gunn's Superman may have run into a roadblock as marketing begins to pick up leading into the movie's next teaser during the Puppy Bowl in February.

According to Deadline, the estate of the Man of Steel's creator Joseph Schuster is suing Warner Bros. Discovery/DC Studios/DC Comics, claiming that the studio lacks the rights to release the Dcu reboot in a handful of key territories, including Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Australia.

The lawsuit was filed today in Federal Court, and the estate is seeking “damages and injunctive relief for Defendants’ ongoing infringement."

The matter has to do with foreign copyrights to the original Superman character and story. Though Siegel and Shuster assigned worldwide rights to DC’s predecessor in 1938, the copyright laws of countries with the British legal tradition contain "provisions automatically terminating such assignments 25 years after an author’s death,...

DC Studios released a new TV spot for James Gunn's Superman yesterday, and while fans were delighted to see even a couple of new shots from the Dcu reboot, one quick glimpse of the Man of Steel (David Corenswet) taking flight in an Arctic setting has come in for quite a bit of ridicule online.

The shot in question is a close-up of Superman's face as he comes out of a barrel roll to avoid some rocks. Some fans have made fun of the "goofy" look on Supes' face, while others feel that the VFX makes him appear unnaturally still when his hair and cape can be seen billowing in the wind.

Whatever the issue may (or may not) be, a lot of people seem to be in agreement that something simply looks "off" about the shot.

Gunn was asked about the teaser on Threads, and responded with the following.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is soaring at the box office and winning over fans everywhere! But beyond the surface, there are some hidden details that only the most eagle-eyed viewers have caught. Among them are subtle references, or maybe even homages, to epics like Man of Steel and Batman v Superman.

Credits: Keanu Reeves voices Shadow in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 / Paramount Pictures

Christopher Nolan some time back praised Zack Snyder for his unique approach to science fiction superhero films, and it seems Sonic 3 might just show why Nolan was right all along.

Christopher Nolan names Zack Snyder the blueprint for modern superhero cinema!

Zack Snyder may have his loyal fans, but he also faces plenty of backlash for his work, especially with the Dceu and Rebel Moon. Despite the criticism, Christopher Nolan sees Snyder as the blueprint for modern superhero films. According to Nolan, Snyder has set the...

Brandon Sanderson, one of the most popular and successful fantasy authors today, has built a reputation for creating detailed worlds and characters. As his books continue to gain new fans, many are excited about the possibility of seeing his work adapted for television or film. However, when it comes to other big fantasy series like The Witcher and The Rings of Power, he has some strong opinions on how they’ve been handled.

Henry Cavill in The Witcher | Credits: Netflix

While these series have attracted a lot of attention on streaming platforms, Sanderson believes that there are significant challenges in adapting epic fantasy for the screen. In a recent interview, he opened up about what he thinks is missing and shared his concerns about the way streaming platforms approach these big stories.

What does Brandon Sanderson think about epic fantasy adaptations on streaming services?

Brandon Sanderson has recently opened up...

While there have been many great Superman stories throughout the decades, one in particular stands head-and-shoulders above the rest as the best of them all. All-Star Superman is officially twenty years old this year, and Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely’s masterpiece has stood the test of time as not just the greatest Superman story, but one of the all-time greats in the DC Comics canon.

Launching in November 2005, All-Star Superman #1 by Morrison, Quitely, Jamie Grant, and Phil Balsman was the second in a proposed line of out-of-continuity stories aiming to present superstar creative teams on all-time classic characters. Morrison and Quitely teamed up again following their well-received We3 miniseries, and anticipation was high leading up to All-Star Superman’s release.

It took a couple of years for all twelve issues to come out, but the eventual series was more than worth the wait. Telling the story of a dying...

One of the most repeated critiques about Superman is that he’s just plain boring, often dismissed as lacking the appeal and excitement of his darker, edgier counterpart, Batman. But here’s the thing Superman critics need to understand: calling the Man of Steel boring doesn’t make it true—no matter how often it’s said.

These stories offer a rich, nuanced exploration of his character, showing how even a god can falter—a concept that’s hard to imagine anyone finding boring.

The biggest point of contention between Superman fans and critics is the claim that the Man of Steel is boring. While individual arguments may vary, the most common criticisms boil down to two main points.

First, some argue that Superman’s unwavering goodness—his role as a beacon of light who does the right thing simply because it’s right—makes him too simplistic and, therefore,...

Warning: Contains Potential Spoilers for Batman / Superman: World's Finest #35!

Superman’s civilian career as a journalist at the Daily Planet is undeniably a core part of his character. However, a recent display of his powers reveals that he may have missed his true calling—one in a career field he could have dominated, potentially leaving an even greater mark than his work as a journalist.

...there’s still a chance we might see Superman explore a different civilian career, outside of journalism...

Mark Waid and Adrián Gutiérrez’s Batman/Superman: World’s Finest #35 takes the Man of Steel and the Dynamic Duo—Batman and Robin—on an action-packed aquatic adventure. When a violence-inducing plague begins infecting the people of Tritonis, causing the mermaid-like inhabitants to wreak havoc across the underwater kingdom, the trio rushes to Aquaman’s aid. .

Together, they work to uncover the source of the plague and search for a cure.

Superman is going to have a big year in 2025, and the character has already appeared in a DC project that shows the value in the most underrated version of the Man of Steel. There have been many live-action versions of Superman, both in TV and movies. 2025 will mark another reboot of the character on the big screen. David Corenswet's Superman flies into theaters on July 11. Last year, Superman & Lois concluded with season 4, showing how Tyler Hoechlin's Man of Steel lost his powers, grew old, and eventually died.

That was a different kind of Superman story than fans are normally used to seeing. It reiterated that there are always going to be new ways of using DC's premiere hero while also keeping classic elements alive. Besides live-action portrayals, there are also many Superman animated series, with the character also showing up in quite a few animated films. Superman is...

Several iconic Superman actors have united to celebrate the hero's on-screen history through a special DC photo event.

At the recent Fan Expo New Orleans event, a passionate Superman fan and cosplayer @Mikel_Byrnes shared a new photo with him and not one but six different actors who have played Krypton's last son in live-action and animation. Check it out below:

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Byrnes was suited up as the Man of Steel next to Smallville's Tom Welling, Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman's Dean Cain, Justice League/Justice League Unlimited's George Newbern, Superman: The Animated Series' Tim Daly, Superman & Lois' Tyler Hoechlin, and Superman Returns' Brandon Routh. While Routh is the only Superman actor who got his DC start through film, he reprised the role in 2019's Arrowverse crossover event, Crisis on Infinite Earths.

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Sometimes, in the grand shuffle of Hollywood casting decisions, it feels like a game of musical chairs—when the music stops, you’re left holding a character you’ve barely had a chance to make your own. Jason Momoa’s recent announcement that he’s officially joining James Gunn’s DC Universe as the intergalactic bounty hunter Lobo is a perfect example.

Jason Momoa in Aquaman | Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures

It’s like watching a quarterback swap jerseys mid-game—unexpected, but full of possibility. And it’s got us wondering: if Momoa can bounce from Aquaman to Lobo, why can’t Henry Cavill play the role of his dreams? After all, he earlier expressed his favorite villain as Brainiac, the ultimate foe of Superman.

Cavill made his Superman debut in Man of Steel back in 2013, and it was clear from the get-go that this was a man who gets the character.

Kobe Bryant is not only remembered as one of the greatest basketball players of all time, but he also made astounding accomplishments in the world of cinema, making Oscars history three times. The late great Kobe Bryant established a reputation throughout his career, both on and off the court, as one of the hardest workers in professional sports. The term "Mamba Mentality," coined by Bryant, is a term often used to describe the mindset of pushing one's self to be their absolute best, no matter what. At his core, Kobe Bryant was a man who loved basketball.

In 2015, Kobe Bryant announced his retirement from professional basketball with an article in The Players' Tribune titled "Dear Basketball," where he expressed his profound love for his sport, beginning from when he was a child. In 2017, Bryant adapted this article into a short film, which he wrote and narrated. The film was a critical achievement,...

Warning! This article contains spoilers for shows like Superman & Lois, Joker: Folie à Deux, Creature Commandos, and The Penguin.

DC has been quietly working towards the launch of the Dcu since James Gunn took over DC Studios in 2022, but 2024 actually saw a lot of incredible stuff play out under the DC banner. DC has always had a presence on the big and small screen since the early days of the publishers history. Just 10 years after their premiere superhero debuted, Superman, the character began to appear in adaptations. However, modern audiences are also familiar with the more recent iterations of Superman and Batman, which have continued to keep these characters in the public eye.

However, when Gunn stepped into the role of co-ceo of the newly created DC Studios, he announced plans to completely overhaul the media that came from DC. This included movies, TV shows, and video games, which meant...

NCIS almost hit a dead end before it truly took off. And the reason was David McCallum’s Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard. Back in the early days, creator Donald Bellisario drew a hard line. McCallum’s casting as the quirky, bowtie-loving medical examiner was so essential that Bellisario threatened to pull the plug entirely if it didn’t happen.

David McCallum in NCIS | Credits: CBS Studios

For a show that became a procedural juggernaut, the stakes couldn’t have been higher. Ducky, after all, was the heartbeat Bellisario refused to compromise on.

No Ducky, no NCIS: How David McCallum’s casting almost sank the show A still from NCIS | Credits: CBS Studios

Back in the early NCIS days, David McCallum’s Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard nearly didn’t make the cut. And creator Donald Bellisario was ready to cancel the entire show if McCallum didn’t get the role.

You know how sometimes the perfect role just slips through an actor’s fingers? Well, Superman might just be the king of “what-if” castings in Hollywood. While we’ve all grown up watching Christopher Reeve, Brandon Routh, and Henry Cavill sport those iconic red boots, there’s a fascinating parallel universe of potential Supermen that never made it to the screen.

A still from Superman: The Animated Series | Credits: Warner Bros.

From A-list movie stars to up-and-coming talents, the list of actors who almost played the Last Son of Krypton reads like a who’s who of Hollywood. Let’s dive into 20 actors who came super close to wearing that famous ‘S’ shield!

20. Nicolas Cage Nicolas Cage in a still from Ghost Rider (2007) | Credits: Columbia Pictures, Sony Pictures Releasing

Here’s a wild ride for you: imagine Nicolas Cage as Superman. No, seriously! Back in the late ’90s, this...

Despite having a sparse schedule of releases, a number of major announcements in 2024 made the upcoming DC Universe even more exciting. It was just nearly two years ago that the Dcu was announced, and there have been a number of interesting developments since then. Creature Commandos officially launched the brand-new universe, debuting in December 2024, while James Gunn's Superman - releasing July 11, 2025 - will be the first movie of the Dcu.

Prior to the launch of the Dcu, Warner Bros. struggled to maintain audience goodwill with the Dceu. Now that DC Studios is its own entity with Peter Safran and James Gunn at the helm, the hope is that the Dcu could finally become what the Dceu was once promised, with a slate of upcoming DC releases set to pave a new path forward. Although there were a handful of hiccups along the way, 2024 proved to be a good year for the upcoming universe,...

The response to the new Superman trailer bodes well for James Gunn's Dcu plans but is it possible for the Man of Steel to be relevant in today's world? That's a question we'll get the answer to next summer.

Another character who will be updated for 2025 is Lois Lane. The intrepid Daily Planet reporter is a print journalist in a digital world. Social media and fake news aren't something we've ever seen Lois forced to tackle, something Superman star Rachel Brosnahan is all too aware of.

"I’ve always been inspired by this character," the actor started. "She’s somebody who is ambitious and courageous and hungry and determined to get the greatest story almost at any cost. I’ve always loved this character and was so excited by the opportunity to bring all of those things that have been true of her in every iteration."

"One of the...

Nicholas Hoult revealed what item from the Nosferatu set he has at home — but he didn’t take it himself.

The actor sat down with co-star Lily-Rose Depp for an interview with Elle, where the onscreen husband and wife asked each other prewritten questions. When she asked what is a prop or wardrobe piece he has taken from a set, he explained that a recent one was actually a gift from Nosferatu director Robert Eggers.

“I have Court Orlok’s prosthetic penis framed at home,” he told Depp. “There’s a scene where Bill Skarsgard is slurping my blood, and Robert Eggers asked afterward, ‘How was that for you?’ And I said, ‘I could feel his prosthetic penis on my leg.’ And then, as a wrap gift, Rob got it framed, and he sent it to my house.”

However, when the “gift” arrived, the frame had broken, so The Great...

The other week, DC Studios dropped the trailer for Superman, a new film about the Man of Steel directed by James Gunn, best known for helming the Guardians of the Galaxy films. Gunn is teaming up with Peter Safran to launch a new DC Cinematic Universe, and this Superman movie is the first real launching point.

So far, response to the trailer has been very positive. If nothing else, I'll be there to watch Krypto the Superdog do his thing. Watch below:

Speaking to members of the press afterward, Gunn said the movie was about "the essential kindness of who this character is and what this means for us as individuals." He wanted to make sure this first teaser trailer reflected that, and apparently it's working, because a lot of people he's showed the trailer to have burst into tears. "I remember I was showing it to one of the actors…...

After loving Henry Cavill in the role, fans may take time to get used to David Corenswet as Superman. But it appears that Corenswet is seemingly making it easier for fans to like him. One of the huge reasons that the comic book fandom rallied behind Cavill was his knowledge of all things geeky. And now, Corenswet’s love for the Star Wars franchise has convinced fans that he is a nerd too.

David Corenswet in a still from Superman | Credits: DC Studios/WB Pictures

Corenswet’s Superman teaser trailer received a great welcome from fans all over the world. The teaser showed that James Gunn has brought his unique magic and colors into the film, making even the skeptics look forward to the film. The teaser became one of the biggest trailer debuts ever with 250 million views.

David Corenswet is winning over fans with Henry Cavill-level nerdiness David Corenswet...

Warning: contains spoilers for The Question: All Along the Watchtower #2!

DC is wasting one of Superman’s best villains–and it is time for them to take him more seriously. The Man of Steel’s rogues gallery runs deep, but seemingly only a small handful of villains get the spotlight: Lex Luthor, Metallo, Parasite, etc. This leaves a number of also deserving villains wanting, and in The Question: All Along the Watchtower #2, one of them makes the case for more time in the spotlight.

The Eradicator first appeared, as a probe, in 1989's Action Comics Annual #2.

The Question: All Along the Watchtower #2 is written by Alex Segura and drawn by Cian Tormey. As the Question investigates a murder mystery aboard the Justice League’s new Watchtower, the Eradicator attacks. Thought dead by the rest of the DC Universe, the Eradicator reveals he was brought back to life by a “benefactor...

The Superman trailer may be brief, but there are a lot of big reveals that reveal how this Dcu version of the hero will be different from the Dceu. Superman is the world's first great comic book superhero. With his first appearance in comics back in 1938, the character is older than the majority of people living today. However, over that time, the legendary hero has made the transition from legend, to myth, with his powers and storylines being out of this world, both literally and figuratively.

Superman is an alien, whose body reacts to the yellow sun in unique ways that grant him incredible powers. He can fly, he has super strength, ice breath, heat vision, super hearing, speed, and various other abilities. While most superheroes are created with one of these abilities, or some variation of them, Superman hit the jackpot and got pretty much everything. But the issue with having so much power,...

In 1978 Richard Donner's "Superman" sketched out a blueprint for the modern blockbuster, demonstrating not only that comic books could provide quality source material for Hollywood studios, but also that treating that source material with the utmost reverence made for one hell of a film. "Superman" was the movie equivalent of its subject matter: somehow embodying the Man of Steel's ethos of truth, justice, and the American way, while sprinkling in a good helping of hope and optimism.

In the wake of "Superman" and its three sequels came a wave of superhero movies, most of which followed Donner's blueprint in some fashion. But in the early 2000s, "The Bourne Identity" kicked off the "gritty reboot" trend in Hollywood, which director Christopher Nolan harnessed to brilliant effect with his Batman movies. By the time that trilogy wrapped up in 2012, Hollywood was still in the throes of its love affair with...

The other day, DC Studios dropped the trailer for Superman, a new movie about the Man of Steel from Guardians of the Galaxy director James Gunn. Have a watch:

In contrast to Zach Snyder's take on Superman — his movie Man of Steel starring Henry Cavill came out back in 2013 — Gunn's Superman looks a little more bright and optimistic. There are goofy elements like Krypto the Superdog, but also a lot of intense scenes like Superman walking through an angry mob. It looks like an intriguing mix of the sort I'd expect from James Gunn.

Speaking to press after the trailer dropped, Gunn explained how he tried to keep everything as grounded as possible, including the outlandish elements. “This is an alternative history, fantasy world where superheroes exist, but it’s also incredibly grounded. It’s about real people having real lives," he said, per TheWrap. "There just happens to be metahumans there.

After Henry Cavill’s exit as Superman, there have been a lot of speculations surrounding James Gunn’s new take on the DC’s superhero.

The new Superman teaser trailer has been released, and the DC fandom is quite happy to see David Corenswet as their new Man of Steel. But there’s one scene that has everyone puzzled. Why is Superman bleeding in the starting of the teaser trailer?

James Gunn talked about that particular scene in a Q&a session and explained the idea behind it. Till now, the teaser has received quite a positive response from the audience, making it one of the most anticipated movies of 2025.

James Gunn’s explanation about Superman’s bloodied scene David Corenswet in Superman | Credits: Warner Bros. Entertainment

At the Superman trailer press meet, James Gunn took part in the Q&a session, describing why we see one of our greatest...

James Gunn discusses the Superman scene where David Corenswet's Kal-El is bleeding on the ground and explains its meaning within the context of the Dcu. The first official Superman trailer is packed with important reveals about the upcoming Dcu movie, from glimpses at Superman's full cast to hints at the plot. Superman's first trailer opens with David Corenswet's Superman crash-landing on the ground, wounded and bleeding, before he calls for Krypto the Superdog's help.

In a Q&a session at the Superman trailer press event where ScreenRant was present, director James Gunn explains why David Corenswet's hero is badly wounded at the beginning of the Superman trailer. According to Gunn, Superman represents the inherent kindness in American people, which "can be seen as uncool and under siege [by] some of the darker voices.". Read Gunn's full comments below:

“We do have a battered Superman in the beginning. That is our country.

James Gunn’s Superman promises to introduce a vibrant array of DC characters, including one of the most divisive and entertaining Green Lanterns, Guy Gardner. Played by Nathan Fillion, Gardner is set to bring his brash personality and unique style of heroism to the big screen in the first movie in Dcu Chapter One: Gods and Monsters. With his inclusion in this ambitious project, it’s worth exploring his backstory, and how his character might fit into Superman's narrative.

The Dcu’s Superman is a key project in Gunn’s reimagined DC Universe. The film aims to blend Superman’s classic heroism with a more expansive exploration of the DC roster. Among the characters confirmed for the movie are Krypto the Superdog, Lex Luthor, Hawkgirl, Mister Terrific, and Guy Gardner, hinting at a larger story that intertwines Superman’s journey with other heroes and possibly a broader cosmic scope. The...

The internet and superhero fans everywhere are talking about the trailer for Superman, the first standalone movie for the character since Man of Steel in 2013. The lack of Superman in movies has been egregious, especially in the era of superhero movies, and it's about time the Man of Tomorrow comes back to the big screen. Although I’m not a fan of the costumes for the most part, which I wrote about here so I won't talk about it much in this article, there’s still many great aspects to it. The trailer doesn’t reveal much, but there’s five awesome takeaways from it.

The Existence of Other Heroes

There is no lack of DC characters in this trailer. Green Lantern, Hawkgirl, and Mister Terrific all make appearances. Their appearances are brief, but they’re there. Giving them only a few seconds each in a trailer that’s a...

The Dcu is gearing up for a brand new era, and it’s coming in hot with the first trailer for James Gunn’s Superman, starring David Corenswet as the new Man of Steel. The DC Studios co-ceo has been juggling a lot in the last few years—rebuilding the Dcu from scratch, soothing fans mourning the Snyderverse’s […]

James Gunn’s Superman Trailer: Bright Colors, Krypto, and a Whole Lot Less Snyder Written by Jarrod Saunders for Fortress of Solitude...

Over the years, a handful of brave actors have donned the red and blue costume as Superman, often paying respect to what came before. For director James Gunn, however, his focus wasn't on making the Kryptonian he had in mind fall in line with the rest.

During a special presentation of the brand new trailer for "Superman" attended by /Film's own Bill Bria, Gunn confessed that the legacy of what came before was on his mind, but it wasn't part of his agenda. "Because the truth for me is I didn't come in here to write a 'Superman' movie and say, 'Oh, I want to honor this and honor that, and also be new and open to the fans.' Those are thoughts I had along the way of writing the script originally and along the path of making the movie," as the filmmaker and co-architect of the DC Universe reboot recalled.

Two years after the film was announced, the first teaser for DC Studios’ “Superman” is finally here to reveal James Gunn’s bold new take on the Man of Steel.

Inspired by DC Comics’ “All Star Superman,” the trailer gives first looks at David Cornswet in action as the Man of Steel, and also an interesting first look at the actor as Daily Planet journalist Clark Kent.

Also of note for the first time in live-action, a key moment in the trailer reveals Superman’s canine friend Krypto, who can be seen running towards Superman as the scene stealing pooch is being called to help him out and get “home.”

Rachel Brosnahan’s Lois Lane is also prominently featured in the teaser, establishing the existing romantic relationship between her and Clark Kent. Skyler Gisondo’s Jimmy Olsen also makes an appearance with Lois inside the Daily Planet.

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There's a lot riding on James Gunn's "Superman." Not only is this Gunn's triumphant return to DC after making the hilarious and critically-acclaimed "The Suicide Squad", but it's also his first feature as head honcho of DC Studios and the first movie set in the DC Universe.

So far, there's plenty of reason to be excited for Gunn's "Superman," be it the perfect casting of Skyler Gisondo as Superman's pal Jimmy Olsen or the fact that Superman finally has his trunks back (or even Gunn's comments about wanting to make the Man of Steel a "big galoot"). The very idea of a live-action movie focusing on a version of Superman who's fun and optimistic is both exciting and fresh in this era of antiheroes and evil superheroes.

Still, it's important for this movie to deliver the goods, seeing as it may very well be the last chance to...

Ever since the movie was announced, James Gunn’s ‘Superman’ is easily one of the most discussed upcoming superhero flicks. Directed by James Gunn, it stars David Corenswet as Clark Kent/Superman, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor.

This film is expected to restart Superman’s story after the struggles of the previous Dceu and launch the new DC Universe in a big way.

The film, originally called ‘Superman: Legacy,’ explores Superman’s struggle to balance his Kryptonian roots with his upbringing as Clark Kent in Smallville, all while embracing traditional values in a modern world. Gunn confirmed several times the movie won’t be an origin story.

The first teaser trailer for the movie has finally been released and you can check it out below:

Several major locations have been teased, and the first look at Superman’s powers is truly phenomenal. It seems...

James Gunn Opens Up About How Much Superman Has Setup ( Photo Credit – Flickr )

Originally titled Superman: Legacy, James Gunn gave the Man of Steel’s reboot a last-minute name makeover, and it wasn’t just for kicks.

During a set visit in Cleveland, Gunn spilled the beans strategy, a unique brainstorming session where the crew played movie fortune-tellers, predicting (and dodging) potential pitfalls before cameras rolled. With Dcu’s Chapter One already kicking off with Gunn’s Creature Commandos, this reboot’s sky-high expectations meant every detail was scrutinized. And let’s be real, when James Gunn’s at the helm, even the titles have a story to tell.

James Gunn Share How Superman Set Up DC Universe Future

When asked on set in Cleveland if this Superman is laying the groundwork for the Dcu’s future by ScreenRant, James Gunn didn’t mince words.

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James Gunn's new 'Superman' movie features scenes inspired by 'Top Gun: Maverick'.The director is bringing the superhero back to the big screen next year with David Corenswet playing the Man of Steel and he's now revealed he was influenced by Tom Cruise's 2022 aviation blockbuster to use drones to help create action shots in the air.According to Gizmodo, Gunn explained: "Being able to shoot stuff in the sky … is really hard. So we took a lot from films like 'Top Gun: Maverick'."We shoot a lot of our action with actual drones flying in and around Superman and the people that he’s flying with, The Engineer and whoever else that he’s fighting up in the air. "And we did that on sound stages. We got these really small, crazy drones now. We’ve got some of the best flyers in the...

This week is shaping up to be all about Superman and we finally have some new story details before this Thursday's trailer is released. Outside of what we've pieced together from set photos, very little has been revealed up until this point.

Talking to The Wrap on the set of the movie this past June, writer and director James Gunn confirmed he's skipping the origin story when he said, "We just start in the middle of the action. Superman already exists. Lois and Clark already know each other."

"Lex hates Superman’s guts from the beginning, although they don’t know each other personally," the filmmaker revealed. "So we start right in the middle of the action. It takes place over a short amount of time."

As for his approach to Clark Kent and Lois Lane's dynamic, Gunn teased, "The relationship between David and Rachel’s [characters] on screen is...

“Sugarcane,” “No Other Land,” “Will & Harper,” “Dahomey” and “The Remarkable Life of Ibelin” are among the 15 films that made the shortlist in the Oscars’ Best Documentary Feature category, one of 10 shortlists that the Academy announced on Tuesday.

The doc shortlist includes many of the most acclaimed nonfiction films of 2024, including Julian Brave NoiseCat and Emily Kassie’s “Sugarcane,” which led all nominees at the IDA Documentary Awards, the Cinema Eye Honors and Critics Choice Documentary Awards; Basel Adra, Hamdan Ballal, Rachel Szor and Yuval Abraham’s “No Other Land,” which went on to win at the IDA doc awards; and Mati Diop’s “Dahomey,” which also landed a spot on the International Feature Film list, representing Senegal.

As always, there were snubs, including “Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story,” a well-reviewed look at the late actor who famously played the Man of Steel, directed by Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui.

Warning: Spoilers for Black Lightning (2024) #2 ahead!There is no doubt that Superman, DC's "Big Blue Boy Scout," is the heart and soul of the DC Universe: a hero whose indefatigable strength is only matched by his seemingly boundless compassion. Yet this can have a deleterious effect on those who have to put up with it day after day, as a surprising argument has formed around how healthy Superman really is for the DC Universe.

Black Lightning (2024) #2 – written by Brandon Thomas, with art by Fico Ossio – initially finds Anissa Pierce, aka Thunder, in therapy reckoning with the aftermath of DC's Absolute Power event. She laments how her father, Black Lightning, always seems to make perfect choices. Later, local politician Councilman Harriman rails against all metahumans, except for, explicitly, Superman.

The two scenes make a compelling argument about the high moral standard set by Superman and Black Lightning can have the...