James Gunn unveils first poster for Superman starring David Corenswet, trailer set for release

David Corenswet embodies the iconic superhero in the first official poster for Superman, unveiled by director James Gunn on his Instagram account. The film is set to hit theaters worldwide on July 11, 2025.

The motion poster features Corenswet in full Superman attire, complete with the classic red trunks, soaring through the sky accompanied by an inspiring musical score. In his post, Gunn wrote: "Look up. #Superman is only in theaters July 11."

Fans reacted enthusiastically to the reveal, expressing their excitement in the comments. One fan noted, "Listen to that score. Sounds very promising. So important," while another exclaimed, "Literal chills! July cannot come earlier!" Many are eager to see Corenswet's portrayal of the beloved character, with comments like, "David Corenswet is the new Superman! I am so excited for James Gunn's version!"

In addition to the poster release, Gunn announced that the official trailer for Superman will debut on Thursday. Fans expressed their anticipation, with one commenting, "DAMN IM LEGIT CRYING RIGHT NOW!! Woke up not only to a poster but a teaser too!!" Another added, "Not sleeping until Thursday! 🔥😱"

The Warner Bros. film features an impressive cast, including Emmy winner Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane and Nicholas Hoult as the notorious Lex Luthor. The ensemble also includes Skyler Gisondo as Jimmy Olsen, Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner, Anthony Carrigan as Metamorpho, and Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl.

On July 30, 2024, Gunn shared a heartfelt message on social media announcing the completion of filming. He expressed gratitude to the cast and crew for their dedication and creativity in bringing the project to life. "I set out to make a movie about a good man in a world that isn’t always so much," he wrote. "The goodness and kindness I’ve encountered on set have inspired me every day."

This film marks the first major project under Gunn and Peter Safran's leadership at DC Studios, signaling a new direction for the franchise.