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James Gunn Offers First Look at Skyler Gisondo as Jimmy Olsen in Upcoming Superman Film

The new Superman movie, set to release July 11, 2025, reintroduces Jimmy Olsen and explores themes of identity and legacy within a revitalized DC Universe.

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Overview

  • Director James Gunn has shared a behind-the-scenes image of Skyler Gisondo as Jimmy Olsen, marking the character's return to the big screen in the upcoming Superman movie.
  • The film will focus on Clark Kent's struggle to balance his dual roles as a journalist and superhero, with Nicholas Hoult portraying Lex Luthor as a major antagonist.
  • Jimmy Olsen, a key figure in Superman's mythology since the 1940s, has a rich legacy in comics and previous adaptations, which this film seeks to honor while offering a fresh take.
  • The movie is positioned as the cornerstone of a new DC Universe, with additional interconnected projects, including Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow and Clayface, already in development.
  • Superman, starring David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan, aims to blend traditional comic book elements with modern storytelling, setting the stage for a reinvigorated DC brand.