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Krypto Takes Center Stage in Superman’s Final Marketing Push

Interactive search features alongside a wave of merchandise underscore the Superdog’s live-action debut ahead of the film’s July 11 release.

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Overview

  • DC Studios and Google introduced a paw-print button on searches for “Superman” or “Krypto,” triggering the Superdog’s bark, a paw stamp animation and Superman theme music.
  • Visual effects supervisor Stephane Ceretti and costume teams translated elements of Superman’s cape onto Krypto’s miniature version to ensure consistent folds and fabric movement.
  • Director James Gunn’s rescue dog Ozu served as the on-set model for Krypto, with production teams using 3D scans and hundreds of video references to capture his form and behavior.
  • An extensive merchandise campaign has rolled out branded products from Kyte Baby, Sassy Woof, Milk-Bone and BoxLunch to capitalize on Krypto’s appeal.
  • Starring David Corenswet as Superman alongside Rachel Brosnahan and Nicholas Hoult, the film will mark the first live-action appearance of DC’s Kryptonian canine on July 11.