A fresh take on Superman is coming to the big screen! Director James Gunn has officially shared the first look at the highly anticipated new Superman film, and fans are already buzzing with excitement. With David Corenswet taking on the iconic role of the Man of Steel, this film is set to hit theaters in 2025.
James Gunn Revealed The First Official Poster
On Monday, James Gunn gave fans a sneak peek at his upcoming Superman movie by unveiling the first official poster on his Instagram. The motion poster features David Corenswet as Superman, fully suited up in the classic red and blue costume, complete with the iconic red underwear. In the dramatic video, Superman can be seen flying with incredible speed, accompanied by a stirring musical score. Gunn shared the motion poster with the caption, “Look up. #Superman is only in theaters July 11,” building up excitement for the film’s release date of July 11, 2025.
Fans’ Reactions to the Poster
The reaction from fans was immediate and overwhelmingly positive. Many took to the comments to express their excitement. One fan remarked, “Listen to that score. Sounds very promising. So important.” Another fan wrote, “We’re ready!” and a third comment read, “Literal chills! July cannot come earlier!” Fans are clearly excited about Corenswet’s portrayal of Superman and James Gunn’s direction of the film, with one person commenting, “David Corenswet is the new Superman! I am so excited to see James Gunn’s version! This will be fantastic, I can sense it!”
Trailer Release Date Announced
The excitement didn’t stop with the poster. Gunn also shared that the official trailer for the Superman movie will be released on Thursday, leading to even more buzz online. Fans couldn’t contain their enthusiasm, with one commenting, “DAMN, I’M LEGIT CRYING RIGHT NOW! Woke up not only to a poster but a teaser too!! Oh, sweet baby Kryptonian gods! We are winning! I have the chills! Party continues Thursday!” Another fan expressed their excitement, saying, “Not sleeping until Thursday!”
The Star-Studded Cast
The Superman film is shaping up to be an exciting adventure with a talented cast. Along with David Corenswet as Superman, Emmy winner Rachel Brosnahan is set to play Lois Lane. Nicholas Hoult will portray the notorious supervillain, Lex Luthor. The film also features a diverse cast, including Skyler Gisondo as Jimmy Olsen, Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner, Anthony Carrigan as Metamorpho, and Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, among others.
A Milestone for James Gunn
This new Superman movie marks a major milestone for James Gunn, as it will be the first feature film under his leadership at DC. Gunn and Peter Safran took over as heads of DC Studios earlier, and this Superman film will be one of their first big projects. Gunn expressed his gratitude for the cast and crew, sharing a heartfelt post on social media when the filming wrapped up in July 2024. He thanked everyone for their dedication and hard work, calling it an inspiring experience.
A New Era for Superman
With James Gunn at the helm and a talented cast on board, the new Superman movie is shaping up to be an exciting and fresh take on the beloved superhero. Fans are eagerly awaiting its release in July 2025, and with the trailer coming soon, the excitement is only growing!
