Overview

• Former Superman actor Dean Cain said in a TMZ interview that portraying Superman as an immigrant was a mistake and objected to the updated motto “truth, justice and a better tomorrow.”
• Cain questioned how far Hollywood would apply “woke” politics to iconic characters and predicted these changes could undermine the film’s box-office prospects.
• Director James Gunn has defended the reboot, describing Superman’s immigrant backstory as a symbol of fundamental human kindness that society has lost.
• Media coverage and social media have amplified the clash, with supporters praising Gunn’s inclusive vision and critics warning of ideological overreach.
• Early audience reactions at the Los Angeles premiere and in international markets have been largely positive as the film continues its global rollout.