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Gunn Rejects $650M Break-Even Claim as ‘Superman’ Surpasses $569M Worldwide

It has secured its position as 2025’s highest-grossing superhero film with expectations to pass $600 million before its mid-August digital launch.

SUPERMAN Director James Gunn Hits Back At Claims The Movie Needs To Make $650M To Be Considered A Success

Overview

  • The film has grossed over $569 million worldwide, making it the top superhero release of 2025.
  • James Gunn called the $650 million break-even projection “absolutely false” and said it misunderstands the film business.
  • Industry reports estimate total costs at $350 million—$225 million for production and $125 million for marketing—while an Ohio tax credit filing cited $363 million.
  • Analysts expect the box office to exceed $600 million but fall short of Man of Steel’s $670 million global total.
  • Superman is DC Studios’ first feature in its rebooted universe and will be available digitally on August 26.