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Spectacular Start Of A New Universe Tops Charts On HBO Max
Fans praise the refreshing tone and strong cast, marking the beginning of a transformative era for DC.
This is not your standard Superman movie: it’s a blend of superpowers, political chaos, myths, and reality, introducing a Kal-El who is already a hero. It represents a breath of fresh air for the DC universe with Superman (2025).
The film is directed by James Gunn and serves as the official launch point of the new DC Universe, also known as Chapter One: Gods and Monsters. Unlike previous films, this isn’t an origin story: Superman is already active but must find his place between man and superhero. David Corenswet stars as Clark Kent, alongside Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor.
On Rotten Tomatoes, Superman scores 85 percent positive reviews from critics and 90 percent from audiences. Critic Stephen Romei of The Australian wrote: "This is the funniest superhero movie I’ve ever seen, and the good news is that the humor is intentional. It’s also action-packed, visually spectacular, has decent twists, and features great performances."
Richard Lawson of Vanity Fair noted: "It’s a cleverly balanced film, a mix of light-hearted joy and real drama. Gunn would have found it much harder to sell his new approach if he hadn’t cast so well. Luckily, he found an appealing Kal-El/Clark in TV actor David Corenswet."
The critical consensus reads: "This Superman manages to create a dynamic new world while centering on the big, beating heart of its champion. He soars high as a Man of the Future who stands right in the here and now."
James Gunn has since confirmed a sequel titled Man of Tomorrow, slated for July 2027. David Corenswet will return as Superman and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor. Notably, both rivals will have to team up against a much larger threat this time.
With humor, action, and a fresh perspective, Superman is a fresh start for the entire DC universe. The film is now exclusively available on HBO Max and sits proudly at the top of the Top 10 worldwide.
The film is directed by James Gunn and serves as the official launch point of the new DC Universe, also known as Chapter One: Gods and Monsters. Unlike previous films, this isn’t an origin story: Superman is already active but must find his place between man and superhero. David Corenswet stars as Clark Kent, alongside Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor.
Rotten Tomatoes
On Rotten Tomatoes, Superman scores 85 percent positive reviews from critics and 90 percent from audiences. Critic Stephen Romei of The Australian wrote: "This is the funniest superhero movie I’ve ever seen, and the good news is that the humor is intentional. It’s also action-packed, visually spectacular, has decent twists, and features great performances."
Richard Lawson of Vanity Fair noted: "It’s a cleverly balanced film, a mix of light-hearted joy and real drama. Gunn would have found it much harder to sell his new approach if he hadn’t cast so well. Luckily, he found an appealing Kal-El/Clark in TV actor David Corenswet."
The critical consensus reads: "This Superman manages to create a dynamic new world while centering on the big, beating heart of its champion. He soars high as a Man of the Future who stands right in the here and now."
Sequel Announced
James Gunn has since confirmed a sequel titled Man of Tomorrow, slated for July 2027. David Corenswet will return as Superman and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor. Notably, both rivals will have to team up against a much larger threat this time.
HBO Max
With humor, action, and a fresh perspective, Superman is a fresh start for the entire DC universe. The film is now exclusively available on HBO Max and sits proudly at the top of the Top 10 worldwide.
