Overview
- TheWrap reports that Brainiac will be the principal antagonist, a scale of threat that prompts a temporary alliance between Superman (David Corenswet) and Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult).
- Production is widely reported to begin in April 2026 in Atlanta, with the film dated for theatrical release on July 9, 2027.
- Frank Grillo confirmed his return as Rick Flag Sr. and described the character as a big part of the story, reinforcing James Gunn’s assertion that Peacemaker Season 2 feeds directly into the film.
- If the reporting holds, Brainiac would make his first major appearance as a primary villain in a live-action Superman feature.
- Casting for Brainiac has not been announced, with several names reportedly testing for the role as Gunn’s earlier script-cover tease fueled speculation.