Overview

• James Gunn reframes Superman’s origin as an immigrant allegory that underscores the importance of basic human kindness.
• The film stages a debate between Superman’s vow never to kill and Lois Lane’s pragmatic stance to probe political and moral dilemmas in their relationship.
• The movie premiered in London on July 2 and will open globally on July 11 as the inaugural release of Gunn and Peter Safran’s revamped DC Universe.
• David Corenswet leads an ensemble cast including Rachel Brosnahan, Nicholas Hoult, Nathan Fillion and Isabela Merced as iconic DC characters.
• Corenswet received encouraging messages from Henry Cavill and Tyler Hoechlin, and the film’s playful tone is heightened by Krypto the Superdog, inspired by Gunn’s rescue pet.