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Superman soars to $122 million opening under James Gunn
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James Gunn's tentpole appears to be succeeding in rebooting the Warner Bros.-owned DC and its most prized superhero franchise. Elsewhere, 'Jurassic World Rebirth' bites off a huge $500 million globally.
"Superman" is well-liked and should play for weeks in the U.S., but DC's path back to tentpole powerhouse status will take time.
Practically every member of Superman’s ensemble cast got a chance to shine and leave a profound impression on viewers. However, if there’s anyone in this sprawling line-up that really stood out as a universally beloved figure,
Superman has had an impressive first Monday at the North American box office, earning an impressive $12.9 million. We also have comments from Zack Snyder and some must-see Mondo posters for the DCU movie!
Did “Superman” successfully kick off James Gunn’s DC Universe? Rebecca Kivak and Joe Baress review the iconic character’s latest film.
"Superman is just the first step. Over the next year alone, DC Studios will introduce the films Supergirl and Clayface in theaters and the series Lanterns on HBO Max, all part of a bold ten-year plan," added Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav. "The DC vision is clear, the momentum is real, and I couldn't be more excited for what's ahead."
Sean Gunn makes a (very) brief appearance as Maxwell Lord in Superman, and the GOTG actor has now taken to social media to share a new BTS look at his take on the DC Comics villain(?)
James Gunn's 'Superman' soared to the top of the box office this weekend, notching a win for Warner Bros. and DC Studios, which see the film as a way to revive the entire DC universe.
Considering all that, though, people have been taking to social media to share their reactions to the unlikely lothario and praise writer-director James Gunn for the running gag. "Reluctant rizz god Jimmy olsen has gotta be one of Gunn's best bits ever," said someone.