“Superman: Legacy” (2025) reintroduces the Man of Steel to audiences through a fresh perspective, focusing on a younger version of Clark Kent. The story delves into Supermanโs inner conflict between his alien Kryptonian heritage and his human upbringing in Smallville. At its core, the film portrays Superman as a beacon of hope, embodying ideals of kindness, truth, and justice in a world that often views such values as outdatedโ.
The plot is not an origin story but picks up with Clark Kent already working as a journalist at the Daily Planet in Metropolis. Alongside his iconic love interest Lois Lane, played by Rachel Brosnahan, and his colleagues like Jimmy Olsen, Clark balances his role as Superman with the pressures of everyday life. Meanwhile, his nemesis, Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult), rises as a formidable threat, challenging Supermanโs moral resolve and his vision for humanity’s futureโ.
Directed and written by James Gunn, the film introduces additional DC Universe characters, including Hawkgirl, Mister Terrific, and Guy Gardner, played by Isabela Merced, Edi Gathegi, and Nathan Fillion, respectively. This integration hints at a larger, interconnected narrative in the evolving DC cinematic universe. The movie takes inspiration from the All-Star Superman comics, ensuring it captures both the grand scale of Supermanโs heroics and the personal stakes of his journeyโ.
“Superman: Legacy” aims to redefine the iconic superhero for a modern audience while preserving his timeless essence. Slated for release on July 11, 2025, it marks the beginning of DC’s “Gods and Monsters” chapter, setting the tone for future films in the franchiseโ.