Overview

• Critics’ early reactions applaud Gunn’s optimistic, playful reboot as a refreshing tone shift from recent superhero fare.
• David Corenswet’s interpretation of Clark Kent/Superman has been widely praised for blending hope, vulnerability and charisma.
• Krypto the Superdog has emerged as a standout, with many critics dubbing the canine character the film’s scene-stealer.
• A minority of reviews dismissed the script as overly convoluted or ideologically driven, branding it a “mess” or “convoluted.”
• Scheduled for a July 11 release, the film serves as the cornerstone of James Gunn and Peter Safran’s revitalized DC Universe.