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Superman hits Lex Luthor with a 1A in new Man of Tomorrow set video
New set footage from the upcoming DC film Superman: Man of Tomorrow has leaked online, showing David Corenswet's Superman fighting Nicholas Hoult's Lex Luthor. Director James Gunn has also shared official glimpses of the film, including Brainiac's logo and Lex Luthor's warsuit. The movie, set to release in July, will also feature Lars Eidinger as Brainiac.
Man of Tomorrow leak suggests Brainiac has Lex Luthor in his sights, not Superman
A leak from the set of Superman: Man of Tomorrow suggests that the villain Brainiac will target Lex Luthor rather than Superman. A video appears to show Brainiac demanding Luthor's surrender to avoid the destruction of Metropolis. Director James Gunn has previously discussed the philosophical opposition between Superman and Brainiac.
James Gunn "debated" key Supergirl scenes in the editing room with the DC movie's director
Director Craig Gillespie discussed the editing process for the upcoming Supergirl movie, noting that DC Studios head James Gunn was involved in debates over key scenes. Gillespie appreciated having a director-like figure to collaborate with during post-production, comparing the film's tone to Gunn's Guardians of the Galaxy.
Supergirl's Jason Momoa teases Lobo's involvement in future DCU movies, but says Lobo and Superman have crossed paths before: "We'll see what the future holds"
Jason Momoa, set to portray Lobo in the upcoming Supergirl film, has teased potential future interactions between his character and Superman within James Gunn's DC Universe. Momoa suggested that Lobo and Superman may have already crossed paths, hinting at future on-screen encounters. The actor previously played Aquaman in the DCEU but is now taking on a new role in the rebooted DCU.
Move over, Supergirl popcorn buckets: the Krypto KFC bucket is here
KFC is releasing a limited-edition Krypto the Superdog-shaped bucket to promote the upcoming movie "Supergirl," launching on June 10. The "Supergirl" film, starring Milly Alcock, is set to release on June 26 and follows Kara Zor-El's revenge quest. The movie is part of a larger DC Universe slate that includes "Superman: Man of Tomorrow."
James Gunn confirms real-time jump for Man of Tomorrow as he clarifies the DCU timeline
DC Studios head James Gunn confirmed that the upcoming film Man of Tomorrow will take place in 'real time' relative to its predecessor, Superman, meaning the time jump between the Summer 2025 release of Superman and the Summer 2027 release of Man of Tomorrow will be approximately two years. This timeline clarification aligns with the new DCU's chapter structure, with Supergirl set to release between the two Superman films. The article also touches on plot points like Lex Luthor's changing allegiance and the introduction of Brainiac.
James Gunn Debut Pamer Kostum Lex Luthor di Man of Tomorrow
Director James Gunn shared the first look at Nicholas Hoult's Lex Luthor war suit for the upcoming Superman sequel, Man of Tomorrow. The image reveals the iconic green metallic armor and a transparent helmet, hinting at Luthor's escape from prison and potential space travel. The film, set for a July 9, 2027 release, will also feature David Corenswet as Superman facing Brainiac.
Superman's suit is getting a slight redesign in Man of Tomorrow, leaked set pictures reveal
Leaked set pictures from the upcoming film Superman: Man of Tomorrow reveal a slight redesign of Superman's iconic suit. The changes include a tighter fit, a different collar, higher cape placement, and a slightly larger logo. The film, directed by James Gunn, will see David Corenswet return as Superman and will also feature Lex Luthor teaming up with Superman to fight Brainiac.
James Gunn reveals first image of Lex Luthor's practical Warsuit in Superman follow-up Man of Tomorrow
Director James Gunn revealed the first image of Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor in his Warsuit for the upcoming film Superman: Man of Tomorrow. The practical suit, depicted in purple and green, was shown during a costume fitting. The film is set to release on July 9, 2027, and will feature an alliance between Superman and Luthor against Brainiac.
James Gunn explains why Superman and Braniac "have beef," and it might be a hint about Man of Tomorrow
Director James Gunn explained the antagonistic relationship between Superman and Brainiac in the upcoming film Superman: Man of Tomorrow, stating that Brainiac represents intelligence devoid of humanity, contrasting with Superman's strong human connection. This thematic element, along with the forced alliance between Superman and Lex Luthor, is expected to be a significant focus in the movie, which is set to release on July 9, 2027.
Supergirl promo reveals the moment Kara and Kal-El meet in the new movie
A new promotional spot for the upcoming DCU movie Supergirl reveals the moment Kara Zor-El meets her cousin Kal-El. The footage also shows Superman giving Kara her iconic suit. The film is set to release on June 26 and is the second movie in James Gunn's DCU.
Superman sequel Man of Tomorrow adds Matthew Lillard to its cast, and everyone thinks he’s playing DC’s…
Matthew Lillard has joined the cast of the upcoming DC Studios film Superman: Man of Tomorrow, reuniting him with director James Gunn. While Lillard's specific role remains undisclosed, speculation suggests he may be portraying the character Plastic Man, known for his elastic abilities.
James Gunn confirms Lanterns HBO release date, hours after the teaser was mysteriously pulled from YouTube
DC Studios heads James Gunn and Peter Safran have confirmed that the new HBO series Lanterns will premiere on August 16. The show, which follows Green Lanterns Hal Jordan and John Stewart investigating a murder, was teased with a trailer that was briefly pulled from YouTube before being re-released with the confirmed date. Gunn described the series as a blend of superhero and buddy cop genres with a 'True Detective' vibe.
Mortal Kombat Dev Is Reportedly Working on DC Fighting Game Sequel Injustice 3
A report suggests that NetherRealm Studios, known for Mortal Kombat, is developing Injustice 3, a sequel to their DC Comics fighting game series. An artist's resume reportedly listed the title, and DC Studios CEO James Gunn has previously met with NetherRealm to discuss DC-related games. Injustice 2 was released in 2017.
James Gunn plans to rewatch The Suicide Squad and Blue Beetle to decide what is DCU canon
DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn is rewatching The Suicide Squad and Blue Beetle to determine which elements will be considered canon within the new DC Universe. While the DCU officially began with Creature Commandos, Gunn has stated that Blue Beetle is the first canon character and The Suicide Squad exists as an 'imperfect memory'.
More Evidence That Injustice 3 Is Real Has Popped Up
New evidence suggests NetherRealm Studios is developing Injustice 3, with an artist's CV at Warner Bros. Games listing the title. Previous hints from James Gunn and Nvidia leaks also point to a potential return for the series. The game could launch by the end of next year, following the winding down of support for Mortal Kombat 1.
James Gunn seemingly answers a Clayface mystery about if we've seen him in the DCU before
DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn has indicated that the Clayface featured in the animated series Creature Commandos is the same character appearing in the upcoming Clayface movie. Gunn confirmed the movie is canon and will serve as an origin story for Matt Hagen, who is voiced by Alan Tudyk in Creature Commandos and played by Tom Rhys Harries in the film. The article also touches on other DCU projects like Superman, Paradise Lost, and Booster Gold.
Despite months of radio silence, James Gunn says that Booster Gold and the Wonder Woman-adjacent show compared to Game of Thrones are still happening at DC
James Gunn confirmed that the Booster Gold series and the Game of Thrones-inspired Paradise Lost show are still in development at DC Studios. While an announcement for Paradise Lost may be closer, the Booster Gold series is further off.
Clayface may be more important to the DCU than we realized as James Gunn confirms it's set before Superman and "very connected" to the wider universe
DC Studios boss James Gunn confirmed that the upcoming DCU film Clayface will be released before Superman and is deeply connected to the wider universe. Written by Mike Flanagan, the horror film stars Tom Rhys Harries as Matt Hagen, who gains the ability to shapeshift after a transformation.
Clayface release date, plot, trailer, cast and more news
The DCU horror film Clayface is set to release on October 23, 2026, with James Gunn and Peter Safran's DCU: Chapter One. Directed by James Watkins and scripted by horror maestro Mike Flanagan, the movie stars Tom Rhys Harries as Matt Hagen/Clayface. The film will explore the origin story of the actor who becomes the shapeshifting villain after a disfiguring accident and a visit to an off-beat scientist.
