Superman Box Office Breaks Major U.S. Record

James Gunn’s Superman Rockets Up the Box Office Rankings

James Gunn’s Superman has officially reached a huge milestone at the U.S. box office. The Superman Box Office total has climbed to $317.9 million domestically, surpassing Jurassic World: Rebirth to become the third highest-grossing film of 2025. Even more exciting, the movie is on track to outpace several superhero blockbusters in the coming days.

By tonight, it’s expected to overtake Iron Man ($319M), and over the weekend, it will likely surpass Suicide Squad ($325.1M) and Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice ($330.4M). Once that happens, Superman will become the seventh highest-grossing DC movie of all time in the U.S. — and the most successful Superman film ever in U.S. history.

This box office success clearly shows that fans are embracing Gunn’s new take on the Man of Steel, and it sets a strong foundation for DC’s new cinematic era.

Superman Box Office Momentum Stays Strong Into Week 4

Despite losing nearly 400 theaters last Friday, Superman managed to stay strong on its fourth Monday with a $1.9 million haul. That’s just a 38.3% drop from the previous Monday — a great sign of long-lasting interest.

Here’s how it compares to similar superhero films:

Spider-Man: Homecoming – $1.8M (-45.8%)
Thor: Love and Thunder – $1.9M (-37.8%)
Spider-Man: Far From Home – $1.8M (-38.4%)

Within the DC universe, it now holds the fourth biggest 4th Monday ever:

The Dark Knight – $3.7M
Wonder Woman – $3.1M
The Dark Knight Rises – $2.3M
Superman – $1.9M
Joker – $1.8M

This kind of weekday strength is indeed rare and clearly indicates strong word of mouth. As a result, fans are not only returning, but they’re also bringing others along, further boosting the film’s momentum.

What Comes Next for Superman and the DCU?

Based on current trends, Superman is now expected to close out its domestic run with more than $370 million. In fact, it has already entered the All-Time Top 100 U.S. Box Office list — a massive achievement for a reboot and, without a doubt, a major win for DC.

The film’s success also builds momentum for future DCU projects. With Supergirl and The Authority on the horizon, Superman is proving that there’s a real appetite for James Gunn’s fresh approach to the DC Universe.

A New Dawn for the Superman Box Office Legacy

Beyond just box office success, Superman has done more than earn money — it has genuinely reignited interest in the character and introduced a powerful new direction for the franchise. Thanks to its hopeful tone, grounded performances, and engaging story, it’s consistently winning over both audiences and critics alike.

Clearly, the Superman Box Office run is far from over, and it’s already shaping up to be one of the biggest success stories of 2025. Undoubtedly, James Gunn’s vision is resonating with audiences, and ultimately, this is just the beginning for the new DCU.