As theSupermanmovie’s post-credits scene gets addressed by James Gunn, the DC Studios co-CEO also comments on rumors about studio interference on theDC Universefilm. The wait for the Man of Steel’s cinematic return is almost over, as Gunn’sSupermanmovie is getting closer to its theatrical release, with the summer blockbuster set to be one of the most crucial DCU installments for the newly launched franchise. While details such astheSupermanmovie ratinghave been confirmed, additional elements of the film are also getting properly established by Gunn himself.
When fans recently took to Threads to askGunnabout the recent listings forSuperman’sruntime, the DCU director not only confirmed the film’s length, but also stated that the movie will have a post-credits scene, sharing,“Yes. Inclusive of credits/post credits the runtime is 2 hours 9 minutes.“With a fan also asking if there was"any truth that WB forced you to make it shorter,“Gunn made sure to address rumors about this matter as well. Check it out below:
According to Gunn,there is"zero truth to that,“with the DC Studios co-CEO stressing that"they couldn’t even if that’s something that they wanted to. It’s a DC Studios film.“Gunnpreviously stated on May 28 that the film is almost a lock, as"we’re just finishing a couple VFX shots over the weekend"on the newSupermanmovie.
What James Gunn’s Comments Mean For The DC Universe Superman Movie
With a major blockbuster film likeGunn’sSupermanmovie, there are bound to be rumors and rumblings online that get traction, especially when it comes to studio involvement. However, what is crucial to remember with Gunn’s latest comments aboutSupermanand how this is a DC Studios film is that this is a significantly different scenario from Warner Bros. Discovery’s previous DC Films era.DC Films was never a full-on studio and was instead a division under Warner Bros. Discovery, while DC Studios exists as its own entity, as previously shared byGunnin 2023:
This makes the DCU and DCEU notably different from one another, especially with Gunn and his DC Studios co-CEO Peter Safran in charge of the latter.This is also why anything regarding runtimes and post-credits scenes will be based on what DC Studios wants, which naturally includes theSupermanmovie.
Our Take On James Gunn’s Superman Movie Comments
While it’s exciting to hear thatSupermanhas a post-credits scene,it’s even more encouraging to hear Gunn properly set the record straight on how the film’s creative direction, including the length, was based on the decisions of DC Studiosrather than this being a Warner Bros. Discovery mandate. Hopefully, this serves to set a promising precedent forthe DCU’s Chapter 1: “Gods and Monsters"when it comes to future movies and shows. But before fans can get there, they will first have to catchSupermanin theaters, starting on July 11.
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Superman (2025): Superman follows the dual life of Clark Kent, a journalist in Metropolis, as he endeavors to reconcile his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing. Set against a backdrop of personal discovery, the film explores his journey of identity as he navigates his existence in a complex world.
