SUPERMAN's Audience Score On Rotten Tomatoes Has Been Revealed Following First Screenings

Fans got to watch Superman in theaters yesterday evening, and that means a score has been generated on Rotten Tomatoes' Popcornmeter. You can learn how it compares to the score generated by critics here...

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By JoshWilding - Jul 09, 2025 12:07 PM EST

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While Superman doesn't open in theaters until this Thursday, Amazon Prime preview screenings took place in North America yesterday evening.

That's allowed fans to weigh in with their thoughts on the first DC Studios movie, and with over 1000 verified ratings, Superman is officially "Verified Hot" on Rotten Tomatoes' Popcornmeter. This is another big win for the DCU heading into the weekend.

Not much has changed on the Tomatometer; Superman currently sits at 85% based on 161 reviews, meaning it's dropped by a whole 1% since earlier today.

Regardless, there's no way the Man of Steel is losing his "Certified Fresh" status. You may recall that Wonder Woman 1984 debuted with that status in 2020, only to eventually slip to 58%; that same fate isn't one likely to be faced by Superman, fortunately.

At the reboot's premiere, lead star David Corenswet was asked if he had a message for fans heading into the weekend. "Be kind to each other, step up to the plate," the actor shared. "See what responsibilities you can shoulder, who you can take care of, who you can look out for. Go into the weekend with a little more energy."

That's our Superman!

Filmmaker James Gunn has already confirmed that we'll see Corenswet as the hero again soon, suggesting he'll appear in Peacemaker season 2, Lanterns, or Supergirl (perhaps one or more of them).

Have you watched Superman yet? If so, let us know your thoughts in the comments section.

Audiences say #Superman is Verified Hot at 96% on the Popcornmeter: https://t.co/5seBRtcnk9 pic.twitter.com/q9vPOwkB9R
— Rotten Tomatoes (@RottenTomatoes) July 9, 2025

Superman, DC Studios' first feature film to hit the big screen, is set to soar into theaters worldwide this summer from Warner Bros. Pictures.

In his signature style, James Gunn takes on the original superhero in the newly imagined DC universe with a singular blend of epic action, humor and heart, delivering a Superman who’s driven by compassion and an inherent belief in the goodness of humankind. 

The movie stars David Corenswet in the dual role of Superman/Clark Kent, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor.

Also appearing are Edi Gathegi, Anthony Carrigan, Nathan Fillion, Isabela Merced, Skyler Gisondo, Sara Sampaio, María Gabriela de Faría, Wendell Pierce, Alan Tudyk, Pruitt Taylor Vince, Neva Howell, and Milly Alcock.

Superman arrives in theaters on July 11, 2025.

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JurassicClunge - 7/9/2025, 12:06 PM

When are you seeing it @JoshWilding

vectorsigma - 7/9/2025, 12:13 PM

@JurassicClunge - done coping now? 😭

JurassicClunge - 7/9/2025, 12:15 PM

@vectorsigma - tf are you talking about?

I haven't seen the movie yet and I'm in no rush to see it 😌

vectorsigma - 7/9/2025, 12:16 PM

@JurassicClunge - feigning ignorance i see. You are one of the naysayers 😭

JurassicClunge - 7/9/2025, 12:20 PM

@vectorsigma - so I'm a naysayer because I haven't liked Gunns choices (suit and certain shots) and knew it would be similar to his other movies which criticshave confirmed?

Time to grow up vector 😮‍💨

vectorsigma - 7/9/2025, 12:27 PM

@JurassicClunge -

"Havent liked" = have NOT = NOT = NO = NAY

Im no english speaker but i think those are synonynous 😭

McMurdo - 7/9/2025, 12:38 PM

@JurassicClunge - My review NO SPOILERS:

8.5/10

My biggest complaint is it's too short. Can tell they cut alot. It doesn't by any means ruin the flow of the film although its nonstop and quite dense. Having said that....it took me 20 mins to be enveloped because of my expectations...I'm following along following the story and I just couldn't immediately fit in with it then all of a sudden it's like I was placed under a spell. It just clicked. Something intense happens that I didn't expect....I was LOCKED IN. I loved it. Funny enough, Robert Meyer Burnett said the same exact thing I just said above and I think the key may have turned in the same way for him after that first 25 mins....my idea of what this film was, I just got it and was fully absorbed in this fantastical world. My dad absolutely loved it and he has read every silver age Superman comic known to man. He's a die hard. The cast is fantastic dude. But I wanted MORE. I coulda watched another hour of this. It's a completely new universe. Throw out all expectations of what a Superman film should be and get ready for one crazy ass ride. Hope yall enjoy it as much as I did.

I can tell you, there's gonna be folks who struggle and it never clicks with them because of the last half century of Superman media. Some people's expectations of what it means to watch a Superman film are never gonna be able to get past the barrier. Obviously the critics seemingly are able to meet that task but will be curious to see where the audience score lands.

It's live action Saturday morning serial in the best way possible.

Canyoublush - 7/9/2025, 12:39 PM

@McMurdo - I’m glad you liked it. I’m glad you finally got the superman film you always wanted to see congratulations. I’m happy for you. There’s nothing better than a film meeting or surpassing your expectations. I presume you intend to see it a second time? Or perhaps a third?

McMurdo - 7/9/2025, 12:45 PM

@Canyoublush - I wish I could see it today but my next showing is Saturday.

vectorsigma - 7/9/2025, 12:49 PM

@McMurdo - i tend to believe we will get a Gunn cut after this. It felt to me like a lot was cut. I didnt see the krypto scene in the trailers fighting the raptors in the final act

JurassicClunge - 7/9/2025, 12:50 PM

@McMurdo - "then all of a sudden it's like I was placed under a spell. It just clicked. Something intense happens that I didn't expect....I was LOCKED IN"

so you're saying Gunn slipped Rohypnol in your beverage 👀😮‍💨

On a serious note, I'm glad you enjoyed it because you were very much looking forward to it. I will try to go in with an open mind sir!

McMurdo - 7/9/2025, 1:19 PM

@vectorsigma - #ReleaseTheGunnCut

vectorsigma - 7/9/2025, 1:25 PM

@McMurdo - i felt it was rushed with some scenes jumping to another without proper transitios. I think Gunn was forced to do this to trim it to a kid friendly length.

Imagine it being this good even with cuts.

Forthas - 7/9/2025, 1:37 PM

@JurassicClunge - So people on here are excited about the audience score made up mostly from special "fan" (read cult member) screenings? The non fans start seeing it on Thursday night! It is them that will make or break this franchise. Not sure I would be celebrating this early if I were them.

vectorsigma - 7/9/2025, 1:58 PM

@JurassicClunge - test. Thanks to @kylo0607 😭

Naysayer, may 2025

vectorsigma - 7/9/2025, 1:59 PM

@kylo0607 - oh im going to have a field day 😭😭😭😭

vectorsigma - 7/9/2025, 2:13 PM

@Forthas - dude, a lot of people already saw it in different parts of the world. Just raise the white flag already

Forthas - 7/9/2025, 2:27 PM

@vectorsigma - The movie opens July 11th. Not even 5% of the movie going audience has seen it. So you want to celebrate NOW??? At least wait until the end of the first weekend. Maybe you are deep in the Kool Aid you just want everyone to join the cult!

MrRossBot - 7/9/2025, 2:39 PM

@McMurdo - 8.5/10 is what I rated it too. I agree on it being too short. My only two gripes: Superman’s speech at the end (gave me the speech Cap gave at the end of Cap & Winter Soldier vibes) and I wish the end credits song was the theme and not the punk rock song. None of these are deal breakers mind you!

jst5 - 7/9/2025, 2:39 PM

@McMurdo - I saw it last night and it's the closest thing to Reeve's Superman in tone that I've ever seen but also it's own thing.Has a ton of heart and you actually care about this Superman and where his story goes.Wasn't much Clark or Lois but what you do get you actually are invested in their relationship it's night and day better than the DCEU version!

The Gunn humor was pretty meh and is forced at times.It didn't need it and like I was saying feels forced a lot of times.

It's a movie that is going to make a ton of money though that was my final thought after seeing it....yep this movie is going to makee a boat load of money just had that vibe to it.

JurassicClunge - 7/9/2025, 2:39 PM

@vectorsigma - explain how that's a naysayer? The clip released was of superman shouting at lois over simple questioning. Am I not allowed to form an opinion of a clip / trailer released for promotional purposes?

You gunn fans are like a cult you and your boy @kylo0607 😮‍💨

vectorsigma - 7/9/2025, 2:41 PM

@Forthas - the movie has opened in a lot of countries already.

The 3 viewings i had today had the theater packed to the rim. Same with the others.

Word of mouth is great and critic scores are high.

I know it is early but so many signs point to a good weekend.

JurassicClunge - 7/9/2025, 2:43 PM

@vectorsigma - also by your logic everyone must agree witj every single choice gunn makes to not be considered a naysayer?

I need to watch the film first but most of what ive seen looks cheap 😅😮‍💨

JurassicClunge - 7/9/2025, 2:45 PM

@Forthas - these Gunn fans are a rabid cult 👀 just look at @vectorsigma stalking my comments and seeking help from his other cult buddies to back him up 👀😮‍💨

McMurdo - 7/9/2025, 3:26 PM

@jst5 - whatwould you rate it out of 10? It made me hyped to see the next films in this universe for sure.

McMurdo - 7/9/2025, 3:30 PM

@MrRossBot - glad you enjoyed it as much as me buddy!

jst5 - 7/9/2025, 3:30 PM

@McMurdo - Probably about a 7...7 1/2.It has it flaws but has it moments too...the choices of music during action parts was WTF though!

There is just too much Gunn in this that needs to be fixed moving forward.

jst5 - 7/9/2025, 3:30 PM

@McMurdo - Oh and Hawkgirl was 1,000 times more annoying than the dog.

McMurdo - 7/9/2025, 3:51 PM

@jst5 - I liked Hawgirl myself but she's the least developed of the other heroes.

Forthas - 7/9/2025, 4:10 PM

@JurassicClunge - When one jumps off the cliff the others follow...

MarvelZombie616 - 7/9/2025, 5:04 PM

@McMurdo - It also took me about 20 minutes to get fully on board.
The beginning isn't great, but once i got immersed, it was great.

McMurdo - 7/9/2025, 6:09 PM

@MarvelZombie616 - I actually loved the intro. It's the immediate aftermath that took me a bit to adjust to. But then it all just clicked. Especially post Krypto getting kidnapped.

RolandD - 7/9/2025, 8:45 PM

@Forthas - Right? Why would you want Superman fans to judge a Superman movie? Preposterous!

Rexotron - 7/9/2025, 8:56 PM

@McMurdo - omg. I felt the same way as far as the 20 min. I was like "I'm really liking what I'm watching, but it is it as much as I hoped? Was my anticipation too high?" But after those 20 min it [frick]ing clicked and didn't stop! I loved it. My one gripe is not enough Clark. But the movie as it is, doesn't make it clear where you could've inserted more Clark.

McMurdo - 7/9/2025, 9:12 PM

@Rexotron - fully agreed on Clark. I see Gunn taking that feedback to heart next go round. It really becomes a journey once Lex and friends leave the Fortress of Solitude.

vectorsigma - 7/9/2025, 11:24 PM

@JurassicClunge - nah, was just fooling around with the messages as i was just taught how to attach pics 😂

UnderBelly - 7/9/2025, 12:06 PM

What @TyrantBossMedia was on about right?

TyrantBossMedia - 7/9/2025, 12:15 PM

@UnderBelly - Refresh my memory. What was I on about?

UnderBelly - 7/9/2025, 12:27 PM

@TyrantBossMedia - "Any reviewer who got the early access...their review is tainted.

Wait until the general audience and the fans see it."

ObserverIO - 7/9/2025, 12:46 PM

@UnderBelly - Audience scores are almost always review bombed for movies like this. We're gonna have to wait a while to try and see what the social-cultural response is. And of course the BO.

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SUPERMAN's Audience Score On Rotten Tomatoes Has Been Revealed Following First Screenings

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