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Superman Reboot Soars to Best DC Opening Since 2022 but Falters Abroad

With a $217 million global debut driven by a $122 million North American turnout, studio leaders are betting on the film to jumpstart the next wave of DC Universe entries.

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Overview

  • Superman opened to $122 million in the U.S. and Canada, marking the strongest DC debut since “The Batman” in 2022 and surpassing “Man of Steel”’s 2013 launch.
  • The film collected $95 million in international markets, posting a €1.59 million, third-place finish in Germany and highlighting regional disparities.
  • At a combined production and marketing cost of roughly $325 million, the studio requires continued box office momentum to move into the black.
  • James Gunn’s reboot, starring David Corenswet, aims to reestablish Superman as a cornerstone of DC Studios’ revitalized cinematic universe.
  • Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav hailed the opening as an encouraging sign for confirmed projects like Supergirl and upcoming Justice League films.