Superman is coming home — and it’s bringing a surprise for fans. Alongside the August 15 digital debut, DC Studios has released a new, hour-long documentary, Superman | Adventures in the Making of Superman, as part of a viral marketing campaign.
“Join James Gunn and the cast of Superman on their incredible filmmaking journey. This documentary offers an in-depth look at the filmmaking process, told with unparalleled access,” states the video description.
Watch below.
The Documentary Unleashed
The behind-the-scenes look, which runs 1:01:11 to match the movie’s original July 11 theatrical release date, is available now at superman.com/unlockthefortress.
To view it, fans must enter the password HOPE. The behind-the-scenes special offers an in-depth look at the filmmaking process, with James Gunn and the cast sharing candid stories and exclusive access from start to finish.
Superman Home Release Dates
- Digital: August 15
- 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD: September 23
The film — DC Studios’ first theatrical feature — has grossed more than $331 million domestically and $579 million worldwide, making it the highest-grossing Superman movie in U.S. history and the year’s top-earning superhero release.
Full details here about the release can be found here, which is now available for pre-order.
Special Features
Superman Digital, 4K UHD, and Blu-ray contain the following special features:
- Krypto Saves the Day!: School Bus Scuffle – 5:32
- Adventures in the Making of Superman – 60:00
- Icons Forever: Superman’s Enduring Legacy – 6:05
- Lex Luthor: The Mind of a Master Villain – 5:18
- Kryptunes: The Music of Superman – 6:31
- Paws to Pixels: Krypto is Born – 5:54
- Breaking News: The Daily Planet Returns – 5:23
- The Ultimate Villain – 5:30
- The Justice Gang – 10:37
- A New Era: DC Takes Off – 4:53
The following special features will be coming soon to Digital:
- Director’s Commentary with James Gunn
- Gag Reel
- Deleted Scenes
About the Film
Written and directed by James Gunn, Superman stars David Corenswet as Clark Kent/Superman, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor. The story sees Superman facing political tensions abroad and a deadly plot at home, with help from Lois Lane, fellow metahumans, and Krypto the Superdog.
