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James Gunn Delivers Self-Contained Epilogues in Superman's End-Credit Sequences

A Moon-based reunion with Krypto offers emotional closure alongside a standalone Metropolis repair gag

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Overview

  • The mid-credits scene shows Superman cradling his dog Krypto on the Moon in a brief, evocative shot inspired by All-Star Superman.
  • The post-credits gag features Mister Terrific humorously rebuilding Metropolis while Superman quips about one misaligned skyscraper.
  • Gunn confirms neither scene teases future DC Universe projects, emphasizing satisfying standalone conclusions over franchise setup.
  • The lunar epilogue directly nods to Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely’s iconic comic imagery to underscore thematic resonance.
  • Lessons from Gunn’s Marvel experience—avoiding forced crossover teases—shaped his decision to keep these credit scenes self-contained.