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Superman first reactions are praising David Corenswet's performance and comparing James Gunn's new DC movie to Sam Raimi's Spider-Man trilogy

DCU Chapter One seems like it's off to a strong start with the overwhelmingly positive first reactions to Superman

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Superman star David Corenswet shares heartwarming message ahead of premiere, proving why fans think he "was born for this role"

Superman star David Corenswet shares an emotional message "to the world"

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James Gunn responds to criticism over ‘immigrant’ Superman: ‘It’s about kindness’

Online commentators have called director’s comments about forthcoming film too ‘woke’

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MAGA is mad that Superman is an immigrant?

James Gunn’s Superman is getting ready to fly into theaters. Which means that everyone suddenly has an opinion on the Man of Steel. Including Fox News who fundamentally misunderstand the point of Superman as a character. And Clark Kent’s upbringing.

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James Gunn's Superman actor David Corenswet compares Man of Steel's Zack Snyder and Henry Cavill to Christopher Nolan's Batman because they showed "a side of Superman that hadn't been explored on the big screen"

"With a great character like Superman, you want great artists and writers and actors to explore all of the possibilities of them"

Total Film

James Gunn On Superman: Why Nicholas Hoult Lost Leading Role Even With 'Really Good' Chemistry

James Gunn reveals why Nicholas Hoult didn't get the Superman role. Here's why David Corenswet was chosen, and what Hoult's role as Lex Luthor means for the DC reboot.

International Business Times UK

47 Years Later, Superman's Hypno Glasses Are Canon. Again

A strange bit of 1978 'Superman' lore has been made canon again in the 2025 movie. But what do you really know about the origin of Hypno Glasses?

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James Gunn names the three things he never wants to see in a superhero film again

‘We have watched a million movies with characters who don’t have their upbringing explained,’ complained the Superman director

The Independent UK

James Gunn teases his next DC project will feature David Corenswet’s Superman

With Superman set to release on Friday (11.07.25), director James Gunn has revealed his next DC Universe project will feature David Corenswet's Man of Steel - but the actor knows "literally nothing" about it.

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James Gunn confirms Superman is about an ‘immigrant’: ‘Yes, it’s about politics’

Superman will be released in cinemas on 11 July 2025

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James Gunn's Superman is a story of 'basic human kindness'

Hollywood director James Gunn has declared his new Superman movie parallels the "story of America" and is about "basic human kindness".

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David Corenswet wasn't offered advice by past Superman stars

David Corenswet asked Henry Cavill and Tyler Hoechlin for advice on playing Superman but they both declined to give him any tips.

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David Corenswet shares Superman advice he received from Henry Cavill and Tyler Hoechlin

‘They were very encouraging,’ actor said

The Independent UK

Superman cast and character guide: David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan, Nicholas Hoult, and everyone else you'll see in the DC movie

Here's your ultimate guide to the actors and characters you'll see in James Gunn's Superman movie.

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David Corenswet has a favorite DC character he'd like Superman to meet next, and we're totally on board with it

"Superman has good dad energy. I'd like to see his uncle energy."

Total Film

Is James Gunn's Superman linked to Justice League and the rest of the DCEU? The new superhero movie's canon, explained

New face, new fit, new franchise...

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All-Star Superman: Everything you need to know about the beloved comic that inspired James Gunn's Superman before watching the new movie

DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn has pointed to All-Star Superman as a major influence on the new Superman movie

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We're not getting a Guardians of the Galaxy-style soundtrack in Superman, but James Gunn has made the next best thing: a Spotify playlist for Clark Kent: "I haven't had more fun this year"

James Gunn has made Spotify playlists for the Superman characters

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Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman movie reunion will ‘of course’ happen, James Gunn says

DC boss James Gunn has said Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman will “of course” team up in the DC Universe (DCU) - though "not in the next movie".

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Why Nicholas Hoult lost out on Superman role

Nicholas Hoult lost out on the Superman role because he was too “controlled” and had better chemistry with a different Lois Lane, according to director James Gunn.

International Business Times UK

Superman's 'Insane' Marketing Stunt Stuns London and Mumbai as New Film Release Nears

Superman's giant sculpture atop The Shard and Mumbai's Sea Link light show wow fans worldwide, promoting the new DC Studios film releasing 11 July 2025, starring David Corenswet.

Total Film

Superman star David Corenswet reached out to Henry Cavill about the DC role, but the Man of Steel actor wanted him to do his own thing: "Superman isn't one for dictating how other people should be"

David Corenswet "exchanged letters" with former Superman actors Henry Cavill and Tyler Hoechlin

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DC boss James Gunn says we can expect to see Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman on screen together in the DCU, but not just yet

The big DC trio will reunite in the new DCU

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David Corenswet appreciates Henry Cavill's 'encouragement'

David Corenswet has revealed the support he's received from the likes of Tyler Hoechlin and Henry Cavill.

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Stars of new Superman film attend Leicester Square fan event

Fans and cosplayers met the cast of the upcoming Superman film in Leicester Square on Wednesday

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