As James Gunn's highly anticipated "Superman" soars into theaters on Friday, July 11, the initial reactions from critics and fans have sparked a cascade of exciting possibilities for the film's future trajectory.
Following a series of preview screenings, the buzz around the latest superhero flick, and particularly the portrayal of Superman by David Corenswet, began to spread like wildfire. Audience members have showered praise upon Corenswet's performance, exiting theaters with an array of positive commendations for the Man of Steel. Although the official reviews are still in their nascent stages, social media feedback has mirrored the critical acclaim seen on platforms such as Rotten Tomatoes, which boasts an impressive critic score of 82% and an exceptional fan-favorite Popcornmeter score of 95%.
Gunn, who doubles as the co-CEO of DC Studios, had already mapped out his vision for DC's future, revealing that a new "Wonder Woman" film and "The Batman Part II" are both in the works. However, according to a recent scoop by The Wall Street Journal, "Superman" could pave the way for two potential spinoff series.
"Gunn is contemplating TV spinoffs featuring characters like Mister Terrific and the cub reporter Jimmy Olsen," revealed Ben Fritz of The Wall Street Journal. In the film, Skyler Gisondo dons the role of Jimmy Olsen, while Edi Gathegi brings Mister Terrific to life.
Should either of these spinoff ideas come to fruition, it would mark an intriguing and delightful move by Gunn and DC Studios. While this strategy isn't uncommon, Gunn's recent comments about embracing innovative projects and unconventional storylines underscore his openness to exploring new avenues.
"Superman" has all the hallmarks of a grand slam hit, leading us to confidently predict that fans can anticipate seeing more of Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, and the rest of the stellar cast in the future. Moreover, the whispers suggest a strong likelihood of additional films expanding this beloved franchise.
