Overview

• Gunn posted a photo of the second-draft script featuring an anatomical brain on the cover, fueling widespread but unconfirmed reports that Brainiac is the central villain.
• He has said Superman and Lex Luthor will team up against a larger threat, with Lex wearing his green-and-purple warsuit from the comics.
• Gunn described a more complex, even heroic take on Lex and said the sequel’s focus is the dual leads with a tone less overtly comic booky than Superman.
• Man of Tomorrow remains set for July 9, 2027, with reporting indicating filming is planned to begin around April 2026.
• Gunn reiterated strong narrative links to Peacemaker Season 2, noting the finale is important setup while each project remains watchable on its own.