‘Superman’ sequel ‘Man of Tomorrow’: official title, release date, story details

James Gunn has officially announced the 'Superman (2024)' sequel

By Web Desk
September 04, 2025
James Gunn has officially announced the Superman (2024) sequel
James Gunn has officially announced the Superman (2024) sequel

James Gunn has officially announced the title and release date of the blockbuster movie, Superman (2024). The name of the new film is Superman: Man of Tomorrow, set to be released on July 9, 2027.

James Gunn, in his social media announcement, wrote, “Man of Tomorrow: In theatres July 9, 2027.”

The movie is a major step in Peter Safran and James Gunn’s new DC Universe plan, which began with the Superman film.

David Corenswet will return as Superman, and Nicholas Hoult will be back as Lex Luthor.
David Corenswet will return as Superman, and Nicholas Hoult will be back as Lex Luthor.

The name “Man of Tomorrow” is a classic name for Superman from the comic books. It was also used for an animated movie in 2020. The title highlights Superman’s role as a symbol of hope for the future.

David Corenswet will return as Superman, and Nicholas Hoult will be back as Lex Luthor.

The storyline hints at the complicated relationship between Superman and Lex Luthor. One image shows them fighting, while another shows them leaning against each other. This suggests that they might team up against a bigger threat, possibly like Brainiac.

Superman: Man of Tomorrow is a comic book series published by DC Comics.
Superman: Man of Tomorrow is a comic book series published by DC Comics. 

James Gunn has revealed his plans for Superman as a Superman Saga, indicating a long-term storyline that goes beyond just one sequel.

Superman: Man of Tomorrow will come after other DCU movies, including Supergirl (2026) and Clayface (2026). It is also scheduled to be released before Matt Reeves The Batman Part II.

Is Superman: Man of Tomorrow a series?

Superman: Man of Tomorrow is a comic book series published by DC Comics.