The first trailer for James Gunn’s Superman has been released, offering a detailed look at the highly anticipated movie that launches the new DC Universe. The film stars David Corenswet as Superman/Clark Kent and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, with a supporting cast that brings the iconic characters to life.
The trailer goes live at 8:53am EST in the player below. The thumbnail gives us our first look at David Corenswet in the trailer.
Who’s in the Cast?
The movie features an ensemble cast, including:
- David Corenswet as Superman/Clark Kent
- Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane
- Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor
- Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl
- Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner (Green Lantern)
- Edi Gathegi as Mister Terrific
- Anthony Carrigan as Metamorpho
- Milly Alcock as Supergirl
The Daily Planet crew includes Skyler Gisondo as Jimmy Olsen, Beck Bennett as Steve Lombard, Mikaela Hoover as Cat Grant, and Wendell Pierce as Perry White.
Supporting roles feature Pruitt Taylor Vince and Neva Howell as Jonathan and Martha Kent, with Sean Gunn as Maxwell Lord. A special cameo by Will Reeve, son of the late Christopher Reeve, pays tribute to Superman’s cinematic legacy.
Story and Setting
Directed and written by James Gunn, Superman reimagines the iconic hero as a symbol of hope and humanity. The film explores Superman’s struggle to balance his responsibilities as Clark Kent and the Man of Steel, while confronting powerful foes like the “dangerous” and “imposing” Lex Luthor and navigating alliances with new heroes. Read the official synopsis below.
What’s in the Trailer?
The trailer showcases Superman’s dual life, from his role at the Daily Planet to his heroic feats as Earth’s protector. Watch below!
Release Date and What’s Next For The DCU
Superman is set to release worldwide this summer on July 11, 2025 and marks the first film in James Gunn’s new DC Universe. Following the film, the Supergirl movie will be released on June 26, 2026. The recently announced Clayface movie will be set in the DCU and gets released on Sept. 11, 2026. James Gunn is also developing Peacemaker Season 2 which is expected later in 2025. The Paradise Lost series is also in active development. The Lanterns series films early next year starring Kyle Chandler as Hal Jordan and Aaron Pierre as John Stewart. Creature Commandos is available to watch on Max and gives us our first look at James Gunn’s DCU Batman.
Watch the Superman trailer:
Here is the official synopsis from Warner Bros.:
“Superman,” DC Studios’ first feature film to hit the big screen, is set to soar into theaters worldwide this summer from Warner Bros. Pictures. In his signature style, James Gunn takes on the original superhero in the newly imagined DC universe with a singular blend of epic action, humor and heart, delivering a Superman who’s driven by compassion and an inherent belief in the goodness of humankind.
DC Studios heads Peter Safran and Gunn are producing the film, which Gunn directs from his own screenplay, based on characters from DC, Superman created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster.
The film stars David Corenswet (“Twisters,” “Hollywood”) in the dual role of Superman/Clark Kent, Rachel Brosnahan (“The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”) as Lois Lane and Nicholas Hoult (the “X-Men” movies, “Juror #2”) as Lex Luthor. The film also stars Edi Gathegi (“For All Mankind”), Anthony Carrigan (“Barry,” “Gotham”), Nathan Fillion (the “Guardians of the Galaxy” films, “The Suicide Squad”), Isabela Merced (“Alien Romulus”), Skyler Gisondo (“Licorice Pizza,” “Booksmart”), Sara Sampaio (“At Midnight”), María Gabriela de Faría (“The Moodys”), Wendell Pierce (“Selma,” “Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan”), Alan Tudyk (“Andor”), Pruitt Taylor Vince (“Bird Box”) and Neva Howell (“Greedy People”).
“Superman” is executive produced by Nikolas Korda, Chantal Nong Vo and Lars Winther. Behind the camera, Gunn is joined by frequent collaborators, including director of photography Henry Braham, production designer Beth Mickle, costume designer Judianna Makovsky and composer John Murphy, along with editors Craig Alpert (“Deadpool 2,” “Blue Beetle”), Jason
Ballantine (the “IT” films, “The Flash”) and William Hoy (“The Batman”).
“Superman” will be in theaters and IMAX nationwide on July 11, 2025, and internationally beginning 9 July 2025, distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures.
