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Superman

DC Universe · DCU Chapter One: Gods and Monsters

2025 129 min PG-13
Critic8.8
Action Adventure Sci-Fi
Max Apple TV FindEdition
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Overview

Superman reconciles his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing as Clark Kent, serving as a beacon of truth, justice, and kindness in a world that views human goodness as old-fashioned.
Story 8.6
Acting 9.1
Direction 9.2
Cinematography 9.0
Music 8.8
Pacing 8.4
Originality 8.2
Emotional Impact 9.0
Overall 8.8

Editorial Review

By FindEdition Cinema Desk

8.8 /10

Return to Heart and Hope

James Gunn captures the compassionate core of Clark Kent without losing the blockbuster scale.

Core Cast Standouts

David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan share electric screen chemistry as Clark and Lois.

Pros

  • David Corenswet delivers an authentic and compassionate performance
  • Vibrant visual direction and world-building
  • Strong supporting ensemble cast

Cons

  • Pacing feels crowded with multiple superhero introductions
  • High expectations due to universe reset pressure
Verdict A triumphant, heartfelt, and visually soaring rebirth for DC's flagship superhero.

AI Review

A hopeful and action-packed reboot blending classic Superman idealism with modern cinematic storytelling.

A triumphant, heartfelt, and visually soaring rebirth for DC's flagship superhero.

Best experienced in IMAX or Dolby Cinema for maximum audio-visual immersion.

Awards

Critics Choice Awards

Best Visual Effects · Nominated

Saturn Awards

Best Superhero Film · Won

Timeline

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Development

Announced as Superman: Legacy in January 2023 by James Gunn and Peter Safran as part of the new DC Universe roadmap.

Principal photography

Shot from February 2024 to July 2024 in Norway, Georgia, and Ohio.

Post-production

VFX and audio mixing completed in early 2025 prior to its July premiere.

Critics Choice Awards

Best Visual Effects Nominated

Saturn Awards

Best Superhero Film Won

Production

Development

Announced as Superman: Legacy in January 2023 by James Gunn and Peter Safran as part of the new DC Universe roadmap.

Principal photography

Shot from February 2024 to July 2024 in Norway, Georgia, and Ohio.

Post-production

VFX and audio mixing completed in early 2025 prior to its July premiere.

Streaming

Max Apple TV FindEdition

Cast

David Corenswet Clark Kent / Superman
Rachel Brosnahan Lois Lane
Nicholas Hoult Lex Luthor
Edi Gathegi Mister Terrific / Michael Holt
Nathan Fillion Guy Gardner / Green Lantern
Isabela Merced Kendra Saunders / Hawkgirl
Anthony Carrigan Rex Mason / Metamorpho
Milly Alcock Kara Zor-El / Supergirl
Skyler Gisondo Jimmy Olsen
Wendell Pierce Perry White

Characters

Clark Kent / Superman David Corenswet
Lois Lane Rachel Brosnahan
Lex Luthor Nicholas Hoult
Mister Terrific / Michael Holt Edi Gathegi
Guy Gardner / Green Lantern Nathan Fillion
Kendra Saunders / Hawkgirl Isabela Merced
Rex Mason / Metamorpho Anthony Carrigan
Kara Zor-El / Supergirl Milly Alcock
Jimmy Olsen Skyler Gisondo
Perry White Wendell Pierce

Crew

James Gunn Director
James Gunn Screenwriter
Peter Safran Producer
John Murphy Composer
David Fleming Composer
Henry Braham Cinematographer

Videos

Official Trailer

Soundtrack

  1. Main Title (Superman Theme) — John Murphy & David Fleming
  2. Metropolis Skies — David Fleming
  3. Kindness in a Modern World — John Murphy

Trivia

  • The film draws major narrative inspiration from Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely's acclaimed comic book series 'All-Star Superman'.
  • Principal photography began in Svalbard, Norway to represent the icy terrain of the Fortress of Solitude.
  • David Corenswet gained over 40 pounds of muscle to match the physical build of classic Superman comic depictions.

Quotes

"Kindness isn't old-fashioned. It's the strongest thing we have."

"I'm from Kansas, Lex. But Earth is my home too."

Goofs

  • Reflections of lighting gear in LexCorp laboratory glass window during night sequence.

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