The DC film universe will return to its roots by bringing the Man of Steel back to the big screen Superman.
The movie — with original title Superman: Legacy — was announced in January 2023, just one month later Henry Cavill shared that he would is no longer displayed favorite superhero.
“I just had a meeting with James Gunn and Peter Safran and this is sad news for everyone,” he wrote via Instagram in December 2022 “After all, I’m not coming back as Superman. After being told by the studio to announce my return in October before they were hired, this is not the easiest news, but such is life.’
Cavill first appeared as Superman in 2013 Man of Steel and continued to appear in 2016 Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice2017 Justice League (and Zack Snyder version released in 2021) before making a final cameo as Clark Kent in 2022. Black Adam.
Meet the new Superman. David Korensuet has been cast as Clark Kent in Superman: Legacy. Director James Gunn has confirmed that Corensuet has been cast as Lois Lane on Tuesday, June 27, opposite Rachel Brosnahan. “That’s right! (Both are not only amazing actors but wonderful people),” Gunn tweeted at the time. The actor replaces (…)
In June 2023 it was announced that David Korensuet will take on the role of a superhero with Rachel Brosnahan playing Lois Lane. Filming on the project began in early 2024. and ended this summer.
Keep scrolling for everything we know about Superman so far:
When is Superman coming out?
Director/writer Gunn announced in January 2023 that the new film was set to hit theaters on July 11, 2025.
“This is being written by me, I’m in the middle of it, and I’m having a great day doing it,” Gunn said in Video on YouTube published by DC at the time.
Who is in the cast of Superman?
Korensuet will replace Cavill as Superman, while Brosnahan will fill in for him Amy Adams like Lois Lane. “I have big shoes to fill,” Brosnahan exclusively said Us Weekly in July 2024 “But this Superman was made with a lot of love, and everyone is excited about the responsibility of carrying on this iconic tradition and being a part of this canon. So, I look to those who came before, I’m in awe of them, and I’m excited to pick up the torch.”
Other cast members include Nicholas Holt as Lex Luthor, Skyler Gisondo as Jimmy Olsen, Isabella Merced like Hawkgirl, Eddie Gathegi like mr awesome Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner, Anthony Carrigan as Metamorpho, Maria Gabriela de Faria as the engineer Sarah Sampaio like Yves Teschmacher, Michaela Hoover as Cat Grant, Beck Bennett like Steve Lombard and Sean Gunn like Maxwell Lord.
Alan Tudyk was also announced to be joining the cast in an undisclosed role.
What is the plot of the 2025 Superman movie?
While not much has been revealed about the plot of the 2025 film, DC Studios co-chairman Safran told The Hollywood Reporter in January 2023 this Superman it won’t be an “origin story.”
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“It focuses on Superman balancing his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing,” Safran explained on the outlet at the time. “He is the epitome of truth, justice and the American way. He is kindness in a world that thinks kindness is old-fashioned.
Although Korensuet is younger than Cavill, Gunn clarified that he did not want to make a “young Superman” movie. “I never did a ‘young Superman’ movie, only a Superman movie!” he wrote via threads in August 2023
What is the script of “Superman”?
Brosnahan attended the 2024 SAG Awards. in February by giving gifts Diversity the first teaser of Superman scenario.
“It was pretty amazing,” Brosnahan, who was nominated at the ceremony for The wonderful Mrs. Meiselsaid of the first table read. “Some of us met for the first time. Some of us had to meet again. It was amazing to hear the script out loud.”
She added: “Like all these movies, there’s a lot of action sequences and stuff. So to hear the pacing of the film and to hear these characters taken on by the actors playing them is really fun. It’s also a great band. You can’t ask for more than that when you do something like this.
What happened to the movie title?
The film was originally supposed to be called Superman: Legacy. However, when Gunn announced in February 2024 that production on the film had officially begun, he had a major update regarding the film’s title.
“Extremely happy to announce the start of principal photography on SUPERMAN today, February 29th, which quite coincidentally and unplanned is Superman’s birthday,” he announced via Instagram at the time. “When I finished the first draft of the script, I called the movie Superman: Legacy. By the time I locked down the final draft, the title was clear SUPER AWESOME. We’re making our way to you July 2025.”
What does David Korensuet look like as Superman?
Gunn shared the first look at the new star wearing May 2024. Clark Kent looks tortured as he adjusts his boots and dons a suit that has clearly been worn in battle. Meanwhile, a giant ball of pink and blue light in the background makes it clear that Metropolis is in danger.
Is there a trailer for Superman?
DC fans rejoiced after seeing first official Superman teaser in December 2024 The trailer set to an electric guitar version John Williams‘ famous Superman “Main Theme,” the preview gave a sneak peek at the titular character in some stunning fight scenes and in his life working with Lois at The Daily Planet.
In addition to seeing several characters in costume, fans got a full look at Superman’s adorable pup, Krypto. “Take me home,” he instructs the super-powered pet in the teaser, holding out his cape for Krypto to grab.
While the trailer doesn’t offer many plot details, it seems the people of Metropolis aren’t the biggest fans of the caped hero. In one shot, a man throws a box at Superman’s head as he enters a Stagg Industries building, where he is subsequently joined by Guy Gardner (aka Green Lantern), Hawkgirl, and Mister Terrific.
