Co-CEO of DC Studios, James Gunn, has officially announced the next project in the Superman universe: Man of Tomorrow, set to hit theaters on July 9, 2027.
Announcement and Visual Teasers
Gunn revealed the film title via Instagram, accompanied by striking artwork from legendary DC Comics artist Jim Lee. The illustrations depict Superman (David Corenswet) and his arch-nemesis Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult) standing side-by-side—Lex donned in his iconic combat armor, while Superman casually holds a screwdriver, suggesting an unexpected alliance.
Not Quite Superman 2—but Close
Although Man of Tomorrow continues the “Superman Saga,” Gunn emphasized that it should not be viewed as a traditional sequel or Superman 2. He clarified, “This is the same movie. Superman has a major role. It’s not Superman 2.”
Script and Development Pace
Fans eager for details need not wait long—the script is reportedly complete. Gunn revealed via Threads that he has finished the screenplay and is actively rewriting and shaping it, staying true to DC Studios’ “story-first” policy, which mandates a finished script before locking in production dates.
Expanding the DC Universe
This sequel arrives amid an ambitious DC slate. Upcoming releases include Supergirl (June 26, 2026) and Clayface (September 11, 2026), both building the interconnected universe under Gunn and co-CEO Peter Safran’s stewardship. Man of Tomorrow is poised to continue this trajectory, blending familiar characters with fresh storylines.
What It All Means
Title & Date: Man of Tomorrow—July 9, 2027 release.
Tone & Scope: Not a direct sequel, but a bold continuation of the Superman narrative.
Cast: David Corenswet (Superman) and Nicholas Hoult (Lex Luthor) confirmed to return.
Direction: Script completed, aligning with DC Studios’ focused development ethos.
Universe Building: Bridges Superman (2025), Supergirl, and future DC projects.
With Man of Tomorrow, James Gunn signals both confidence in his creative vision and a clear roadmap for the evolving DC Universe. Between the intriguing visual cues, unconventional framing as a “not-sequel,” and the promise of expansive storytelling, fans have much to anticipate in the years ahead.
