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Superman: Legacy (2025)

Written and directed by James Gunn, Superman: Legacy is the first movie in Warner Bros.' rebooted DC Universe to center around the titular comic book hero. It introduces a new version of the Man of Steel after Henry Cavill's departure from the role, honoring the character's roots as "the embodiment of truth, justice and the American way."

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Superman: Legacy
Action
Adventure
Fantasy
Superhero

Release Date
July 11, 2025
Director
James Gunn
Cast
David Corenswet , Rachel Brosnahan , María Gabriela De Faría
Writers
James Gunn
Distributor(s)
Warner Bros. Pictures
Franchise(s)
DCU

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