James Gunn’s Superman Launches New DC Universe

James Gunn's upcoming Superman film, set for a July 2025 release, will launch the new DC Universe (DCU) and has a confirmed runtime of 122 minutes, making it one of the shortest Superman movies to date. David Corenswet stars as Superman, who faces public and governmental backlash after intervening in a foreign conflict, echoing themes of mistrust and existential struggle. Nicholas Hoult portrays Lex Luthor, a tech-savvy antagonist who orchestrates challenges that test Superman both physically and emotionally. The narrative hints at a world where other metahuman heroes already exist, differentiating Gunn's vision from prior DCEU entries. Trailers focus on tone and character, while Gunn has confirmed that Superman characters—and possibly Superman himself—will appear in the upcoming season of Peacemaker, strengthening DCU interconnectedness. The film is expected to set a new direction for the franchise while incorporating established comic lore.