James Gunn’s Superman Sequel is officially in the works. But according to Gunn, it may not be the kind of direct sequel fans are expecting. In a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly, the director spoke about his next DCU project. His comments have already sparked intense speculation online.
James Gunn’s Superman Sequel: Not a Straight-Up Follow-Up
While Superman (2025) hasn’t even hit theaters, James Gunn revealed he’s currently working on his next DC movie. When asked if it’s a traditional sequel, he responded:
“What I’m working on is in some way…I mean, yes, yes, yes, yes.
But is it a straight-up Superman sequel? I would not say necessarily.”
This vague but intriguing quote implies that Superman will return—but likely within a broader DCU storyline rather than a conventional solo sequel.
Could “World’s Finest” Be James Gunn’s Superman Sequel?
Following Gunn’s comments, fans immediately began speculating that the mystery film might be World’s Finest, a Batman/Superman team-up. Gunn has previously stated that if he made a Batman/Superman film, World’s Finest would be the title.
However, there are two key points:
- No Batman has been cast in the DCU yet
- The Brave and the Bold, the first solo Batman film in this continuity, is still in early development
Still, as the DCU begins to build its iconic trinity, World’s Finest remains a strong candidate for Gunn’s next chapter.
Zaslav and Gunn on the DCU’s Core Heroes
During a recent Warner Bros. Discovery event, CEO David Zaslav emphasized that Superman, Batman, Supergirl, and Wonder Woman are essential to DC’s future. Gunn agreed, but added:
“I wouldn’t say only those four characters, but I would say that those four characters are incredibly important to us.
Right now, I feel great about where two of those characters are, and then we’re dealing with the other two.”
Translation: Superman and Supergirl are locked in. Batman and Wonder Woman’s stories are still developing behind the scenes.
Everything We Know About Superman (2025)
While we wait for more news on James Gunn’s Superman Sequel, here’s a look at what’s confirmed for Superman (2025):
- Release Date: July 11, 2025
- Position in DCU: First movie of Chapter 1: Gods & Monsters
- Tone: Hopeful, grounded, action-packed, and heartfelt
- Directed by: James Gunn
Confirmed Cast:
- David Corenswet – Superman / Clark Kent
- Rachel Brosnahan – Lois Lane
- Nicholas Hoult – Lex Luthor
- Isabela Merced – Hawkgirl
- Edi Gathegi – Mister Terrific
- Nathan Fillion – Guy Gardner
- Anthony Carrigan – Metamorpho
- Maria Gabriela de Faría – The Engineer
- Skyler Gisondo – Jimmy Olsen
- Wendell Pierce – Perry White
- Plus: Sara Sampaio, Beck Bennett, Pruitt Taylor Vince, Neva Howell, and others
James Gunn’s Superman Sequel may not be Superman 2, but it clearly connects to the Man of Steel’s future in the DCU. Whether it’s a crossover like World’s Finest or a hybrid ensemble film, this new project marks another step toward building DC’s interconnected universe.
With Superman and Supergirl leading the charge, fans can expect big announcements about Batman and Wonder Woman soon.
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