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James Gunn Calls 'Superman' His Toughest Film as He Steers Sequel 'Man of Tomorrow' Toward 2027

He says the executive‑director juggle may not be sustainable long term.

Overview

  • In a new Variety interview, Gunn says making Superman while co-leading DC Studios with Peter Safran made it the hardest movie of his career and he questions whether that dual role can last.
  • He confirms he is directing the sequel Man of Tomorrow, describing its core as Clark and Lex, with pre-production underway for a July 9, 2027 theatrical release.
  • Reports indicate Lars Eidinger has been cast as Brainiac for Man of Tomorrow.
  • Superman (2025) has topped $600 million worldwide and holds 83% from critics and 90% from audiences on Rotten Tomatoes.
  • Variety notes Netflix announced an $82 billion acquisition of Warner Bros., a development that reshapes the studio landscape around DC.