Former Superman Dean Cain Criticizes James Gunn's Immigrant Superman Take

Dean Cain, who portrayed Superman in the 1990s TV series, has criticized James Gunn's recent interpretation of the character in the new Superman film, expressing concern over Gunn's portrayal of Superman as an immigrant and the film's emphasis on kindness amid political discussions. Gunn described Superman as "the story of America," emphasizing the character's immigrant roots and the value of basic human kindness, which he believes is needed in the current cultural climate. Cain argued that changing Superman's traditional motto from "truth, justice and the American way" to "truth, justice and a better tomorrow" dilutes the character's legacy, and he warned that Gunn's comments could alienate fans and hurt the film's box office performance. While Cain acknowledges that the American way is immigrant-friendly, he insists there must be limits on immigration to maintain societal stability. The debate intensified with conservative commentators and some MAGA supporters labeling the film as overly "woke," with Fox News figures voicing skepticism about the film's ideological messages. Despite his reservations, Cain remains supportive of the film's success but believes Gunn's framing of Superman as an immigrant was a misstep.