After the conclusion ofthe SAG-AFTRA strike, we’ve been met with nothing but delays on the biggest of projects. Happily, we’ve got some good news on a project that will indeed meet its release date, asJames Gunnhas just announced that his upcomingSuperman: Legacywill debut on July 11, 2025as originally intended. It’s the sort of superheroic effort that the Man of Steel himself would be proud of.
Gunn took to social media to announce the news, praising the efforts of his production staff and crew members for the work they were able to do when no writing or pre-production work from actors could take place, continuing to get things ready for the momentthe strikes both came to an end.
Thanks to the efforts of our talented crew, who never lost faith during the longest strikes in Hollywood history, and who never let their foot off the pedal, continuing to barrel forward, creating the most amazing character and set designs I’ve seen in my entire career,#SupermanLegacywill be making the originally planned release date of July 17, 2025.
When news broke of the end of the SAG-AFTRA strike,Deadline were firstto report a number of projects which were set to either resume work, or begin in earnest, with confirmation quickly arriving thatSuperman: Legacywas on track to begin its filming schedule in thespring of 2024. Gunn’s film is due to be filmed at the iconic Leavesden Studios in London, ade factohome from home for Warner Bros., and which will bethe primary shooting locationfor the DC Films slate going forward.
What Will ‘Superman: Legacy’ Be About?
Gunn has already confirmedthat the film will be bypassing Superman’s origin story, arguing that it’s been seen on-screen enough and that audiences were well educated on the topic to know where Clark Kent/Kal-El came from. The film will starDavid Corenswetin the title role, alongsideRachel Brosnahan’s Lois Lane, and is set to kick off what Gunn refers to as the"Gods and Monsters"phase of his DC Universe.
The film is also set to starNathan Fillionas Guy Gardner/Green Lantern,Isabela Mercedas Hawkgirl,Edi Gathegias Mr. Terrific, andAnthony Carriganas Metamorpho, while speculation has previously linked thelikes ofNicholas Houltwith the role of Lex Luthor, Superman’s most famous nemesis. With a release date of July 17, 2025 once again confirmed, speculation should once again heat up as Gunn kicks off the next generation of DC movies. Check out his full breakdown below:
Follows the titular superhero as he reconciles his heritage with his human upbringing. He is the embodiment of truth, justice and the American way in a world that views kindness as old-fashioned.
