Superman Trailer: James Gunn shares first footage of David Corenswet as the 'Man of Steel'

Superman has shared its first official look. The film, which is directed and written by James Gunn, marks the beginning of the new DC Universe. So what else do we know about the new movie? Here's everything you need to know to get up to speed about 2025's Superman.

The franchise, now overseen by DC Studios' heads and chairmen Gunn and Peter Safran, kicked off this month with animated series Creature Commandos, but the hype became that much more real with the first look for Superman.

What can we expect from the film's story?

Although the plot is under tight wraps, Gunn has clarified a few details. This is not an origin story, so viewers won't see an extended prologue featuring Superman's father, Jor-El, warning of Krypton's impending destruction or much of Clark Kent's childhood in Smallville, Kansas. Instead, the film focuses on Superman's early days in Metropolis as he learns how best to use his powers for Earth's benefit while establishing himself as a top reporter at The Daily Planet.

The story will also explore his struggle to reconcile his Kryptonian heritage with his life on Earth. If the first promotional image is any clue, Superman will also face a significant extraterrestrial threat.

Who is playing Superman?

The role of Superman was given to David Corenswet.. He notably starred in Ryan Murphy's Netflix series The Politician, which premiered in 2019. The actor went on to work with Murphy again in the Netflix limited series Hollywood and starred alongside Mia Goth in the A24 hit Pearl.

Who else is involved in the project?

In addition to the main cast, the film features Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, Sara Sampaio as Eve Teschmacher, Edi Gathegi as Mister Terrific, Terence Rosemore as Otis, Anthony Carrigan as Metamorpho, Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner, Mar?a Gabriela de Far?a as The Engineer, and Wendell Pierce as Daily Planet editor Perry White.

When will James Gunn's 'Superman' be released?

Superman is scheduled to hit theaters on July 11, 2025. Fans are already counting down the days to enjoy this new version of the Man of Steel on the big screen.

Check right now the teaser trailer and get the first look of Lois, Superman and even Krypto: