We're not expecting a first look at Superman: Legacy to be revealed until next July's San Diego Comic-Con, though it's always possible we'll see something before then if James Gunn decides to shoot the reboot on location.
In the meantime, the filmmaker continues to keep fans updated on Threads and was recently asked whether the new Man of Steel's suit will be "more classic, modern, or something totally new and different."
To that, Gunn responded, "All of the above." He'd go on to add, "The costume is mostly done but we’re still going back and forth on some elements. A lot of the score - maybe even most of the major themes - have already been written."
Asked why a composer hasn't been announced, the filmmaker noted, "I’m not sure the deal is closed yet. I have to check...And yes I know that sounds crazy since so much of the score has been written, but when you’re riding the waves of inspiration, what are you going to do? I wrote most of Peacemaker and all of Creature Commandos before I had a closed deal!"
"It’s uncommon but I’ve been having scores written before the movies are shot - we play the music on set - all the way back to Super."
As for how the comics are inspiring his approach to Superman: Legacy, Gunn was quick to point out that he's not basing this movie on any one specific title. "There are a lot of elements in Birthright that have inspired Legacy, just as there are elements from All Star, For All Seasons, back to the original Siegel and Shuster stories, and much, much more."
Finally, Gunn shared a brief update on Superman actor David Corenswet when he said, "I love that guy! Fully immersed."
So, what of The Batman II? Despite it being an Elseworlds project that isn't part of the DCU (that world's Dark Knight will debut in The Brave and the Bold), Gunn does appear to be involved with Matt Reeves sequel and said, "I heard a pitch. No script yet."
Explaining his role beyond DC Studios' offerings, Gunn added, "Todd had Joker in full swing by the time we came onboard - I’ve watched and given notes, but it is mostly with WB, where it started. Everything forward in live-action we’re involved with."
He also confirmed that DC Studios movies will have a new fanfare, with Elseworlds titles getting their own version (which we'll presumably see for the first time with Joker: Folie à Deux next year).
As of now, Superman: Legacy is scheduled to be released on July 11, 2025, with The Batman II coming on October 3 that same year.