James Gunn’s recent Superman DCU update has left audiences with more questions than answers, as his remarks on social media have sparked debate about the future of a potential Superman sequel. Following the financial and critical success of Superman, fans are eager to know if a direct follow-up—commonly called Superman 2—is really in the works for DC Studios.
DC Studios Charts a Path After Superman’s Box Office Hit
With superhero fatigue setting in across the industry, Superman’s recent release proved to be a high point for DCU, building a solid base for the upcoming Gods & Monsters phase. Key projects like Supergirl, Clayface, and Lanterns are all progressing, expanding the franchise. Gunn revealed plans for a film titled Man of Tomorrow, leading many to believe that Superman 2 had finally been confirmed. However, Gunn soon hinted that expectations might be premature, and further clarification on DC’s plans was needed.
James Gunn Responds to Confusion About Man of Tomorrow
Fans flooded James Gunn’s social channels with questions about whether Man of Tomorrow is the highly anticipated Superman 2 or just another story in the DCU featuring Superman. In response to a query shared by @DanielRPK, Gunn clarified,
“This is the same movie. Superman has a major role.”
– James Gunn, Writer/Director. Gunn then stated that the upcoming movie should not be considered “Superman 2,” deepening the uncertainty about the character’s cinematic future.
Corenswet’s Superman to Appear in Other DCU Films
David Corenswet is already confirmed to reprise his role as the Man of Steel in the upcoming Supergirl movie, starring Milly Alcock. In addition to Alcock’s title character, the film also features Jason Momoa as Lobo and is scheduled to be released in theaters on June 26, 2026. Gunn’s remarks make clear that while Superman remains central to the DCU, his next appearance may not take place in a dedicated sequel, but instead as a supporting character in films that focus on others in the superhero roster.
Uncertainty Around a Traditional Superman Sequel
In a landscape dominated by superhero continuations and reboots, the lack of a traditional Superman 2 confirmation caught fans off guard, especially after Superman’s strong critical reception—boasting an 83% Rotten Tomatoes score, a 90% audience rating, and over $600 million worldwide gross. Despite this enthusiasm, audiences may need to wait before David Corenswet headlines another film solely as Superman.
Future Involvement of Superman and Other Heroes in the DCU
Although James Gunn has announced a new film in the Super family saga, details on its protagonist remain vague. Promotional images released by Gunn show Superman and Lex Luthor will play important roles, but speculation still swirls about whether the spotlight will fall on Supergirl, Power Girl, Krypto, or perhaps even familiar figures like Ma and Pa Kent.
Meanwhile, Rachel Brosnahan is set to play Lois Lane, joining Corenswet’s Superman and a host of standout DC characters as the franchise continues to expand. The fan base’s enthusiasm for Superman hasn’t faded, but the exact nature of the character’s future appearances is yet to be fully revealed, keeping the audience—and heroes—on the edge of their seats as the next phase of the DCU unfolds.
