Well, that’s the anticipation Warner Bros. executives are generating for James Gunn’s highly anticipated sequel to Superman. Scheduled for release on July 11, 2025, this release has fans clamoring with excitement. Mike De Luca, currently a high mucky-muck at Warner Bros., was recently effusive about the upcoming project. He called it a “five-star film.” His comments reflect a broader confidence in Gunn’s ability to capture the essence of one of the comic book world’s most enduring heroes.
De Luca just as much can’t wait for audiences to see Superman! He calls it a labor of love and a fitting tribute to the character’s iconic almost 100-year legacy. He stated that the series really boiled down to what’s made Superman so appealing to fans for generations. No other installation evokes as much nostalgia than this project, which is chock-full of familiar comforts. Simultaneously, it provides a new and subversive approach to the superhero genre.
This is a love letter to what has allowed Superman to stand the test of time for nearly a century,” said De Luca. We got him to dive a little deeper into the film’s themes and style. He emphasized how it pays homage to the spirit of Richard Donner’s classic films with Christopher Reeve, while weaving in some modern storytelling techniques.
De Luca noted the movie’s genre-blending qualities, calling it “a big hunk of epic sci-fi. He said that Gunn is pulling in all sorts of things that make you think of what he’s done before — especially Guardians of the Galaxy. This fusion of classic Superman storytelling with modern cinematic flair positions the film as a unique addition to the DC catalog.
“I would say in spirit, it is closer to that, but it’s also a big hunk of epic sci-fi. It has a little bit of what I loved about Guardians of the Galaxy, but it’s true-blue Superman.” – Mike De Luca
Yet the excitement surrounding Superman would be unmistakable from the executives over at Warner Bros. De Luca was very clear that aside from the story and the emotional arc, what really makes this film remarkable is just how stunning it looks. He praised Gunn’s approach, stating, “It’s got tons of his trademark heart and humor and the action is jaw dropping. It’s the Superman I grew up with, so I get choked up when I watch it. I think it’s so epic and visually arresting and emotional.”
De Luca talked about Superman, which is coming up as well. He further made official that The Batman Part II will arrive in theaters on October 1, 2027. This timeline indicates a potentially smart play from DC Studios to keep the ball rolling inside its own cinematic universe. The excitement surrounding these releases highlights how important it is for the studio to restore its once vaunted brand and return to telling great stories.
“The performances are great. It is a five-star movie to me, and I can’t wait for the world to see it,” – Mike De Luca
De Luca’s statement alludes to a larger sense of hope over the future of DC films with Gunn at the helm. He market an across the board feeling of excitement for Superman, and insisted, “Oh yeah, we’re super excited about Superman, James killed it. This enthusiasm is a sign of a DC brand that has regained its confidence after a number of tumultuous years.
As audiences look forward to the movie’s debut, the excitement for Superman on the big screen only continues to build. With its unique blend of nostalgia and modern filmmaking, it aims to capture both long-time enthusiasts and new audiences alike. Warner Bros. looks like it’s going to come flying out of left-field and drop a supernova on the superhero genre with this release.