"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."

James Gunn is feeling “incredibly grateful” for the initial box office success of Superman and the positive reception from audiences. The filmmaker and co-head of DC Studios took to Threads on Sunday to express his appreciation after the superhero blockbuster saw an estimated global debut of $217 million .

The early box office totals have given Warner Bros. a big boost. The film is likely enjoying good word of mouth, as its Rotten Tomatoes audience score was 93 percent out of 100 as of July 15. Superman's box office was the third-highest U.S. debut for a movie in 2025, according to The Verge.

Superman is off to a great start at the box office. James Gunn kicked off his reboot of the DC Universe with the second best opening of his career, and the best ever for a solo Superman movie.

David Corenswet's film has leapt past Henry Cavill's Man of Steel to become the best-opening solo Superman movie ever.