Overview

• The social media embargo lifted on July 8 has produced predominantly positive first reactions, praising the film’s heart, humor and faithful yet bold approach to Superman’s origin.
• Superman marks the official theatrical launch of James Gunn and Peter Safran’s rebooted DC Universe, arriving in theaters July 11 through DC Studios and Warner Bros.
• Gunn reframes Superman as an immigrant allegory that underscores basic human kindness, and he has publicly defended the film’s political themes against detractors.
• David Corenswet leads as Superman with Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, supported by an ensemble cast including María Gabriela de Faría, Edi Gathegi and Nathan Fillion.
• A minority of critics find the screenplay overly dense and the plot convoluted, though many acknowledge standout performances and vibrant visuals throughout.