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Superman Reboot Nears Profitability After Second Week Atop North American Box Office

The James GunnPeter Safran reboot has earned $406.8 million worldwide on a $350 million cost base, setting the stage for competition from Marvel’s Fantastic Four next week.

David Corenswet as Superman and Henry Cavill as Superman
David Corenswet as Superman in James Gunn's film
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Overview

  • The film has grossed $406.8 million globally, with $253 million from North America and $173 million from international markets.
  • It earned $57.3 million in its second weekend domestically, sustaining its hold on the North American box office.
  • Based on a $225 million production budget and at least $125 million in marketing, it is on track to recoup its $350 million expenditure.
  • It serves as the launch film for James Gunn and Peter Safran’s 10-year DC Studios plan to revitalize the studio’s interconnected universe.
  • Despite sitting as the ninth highest-grossing film of 2025, the reboot will face fresh box-office competition when Marvel’s The Fantastic Four: First Steps opens on July 25.