We'd hoped DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn might somehow mark the Man of Steel's birthday and the filmmaker hasn't disappointed.
Yes, today brings a long-awaited first look at David Corenswet suited up as the DCU's Superman. We don't get to see much, but that's a big logo on his chest and one clearly inspired by Kingdom Come, a story many fans are convinced will serve as a basis for what DC Studios has planned for this rebooted DC Universe.
"Overjoyed to be announcing the start of principal photography on SUPERMAN today, February 29, which just so happens to be - coincidentally and unplanned - Superman's birthday," Gunn said on Instagram. "When I finished the first draft of the script, I called the film Superman: Legacy."
"By the time I locked the final draft, it was clear the title was SUPERMAN," he confirmed. "Making our way to you July 2025."
So, Superman: Legacy is now simply Superman. Or SUPERMAN. Either way, it's a fitting title for the Man of Steel's grand return to the big screen and we now just need to hope the movie lives up to expectations.
With Gunn at the helm, we have faith in Superman delivering what fans have been waiting for from this hero on screen. With any luck, we'll get to see more of Corenswet's take on the character soon. And that snow does indeed seem to suggest Supes is at the Fortress of Solitude!
For now, take a closer look at Superman's logo in the Instagram post below.
Superman tells the story of Superman's journey to reconcile his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing as Clark Kent of Smallville, Kansas. He is the embodiment of truth, justice and the American way, guided by human kindness in a world that sees kindness as old-fashioned.
David Corenswet is playing the Man of Steel, while Rachel Brosnahan has been tapped to star as Lois Lane. Other recent casting additions include Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, Edi Gathegi as Mister Terrific, Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner, Anthony Carrigan as Metamorpho, Gabriela de Faría as The Engineer, Sara Sampaio as Eve Teschmacher, Skyler Gisondo as Jimmy Olsen, and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor.
It's also been confirmed that Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 composer John Murphy will provide the reboot's score (he's spent several months working on it, meaning Gunn will use his music on set).
Superman is currently set to be released in theaters on July 11, 2025.