James Gunn, co-CEO of DC Studios, has officially announced the title and release date for the next installment in the Superman saga: Man of Tomorrow, set to hit theaters on July 9, 2027. This announcement comes shortly after the release of Superman in July 2025, which has garnered positive reviews and commercial success, earning over $600 million worldwide.
Gunn shared the news on social media, accompanied by an intriguing image drawn by Jim Lee, DC Comics' Chief Creative Officer. The artwork depicts Superman alongside Lex Luthor, who is clad in his iconic purple and green warsuit. Superman is seen leaning casually on Luthor while holding a screwdriver. This image has sparked speculation among fans, suggesting a potential team-up between the two adversaries in the upcoming film.
Man of Tomorrow will see the return of David Corenswet as Superman and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor. Both actors also shared the news on their respective Instagram accounts, with Corenswet's post featuring artwork by Jorge Jimenez and Hoult's featuring artwork by Mitch Gerads. The different pieces of concept art shared by Gunn, Corenswet, and Hoult tease at the dynamic between Superman and Lex Luthor in the film. While Gunn's art hints at a reluctant partnership, Hoult's post suggests a more traditional rivalry.
While plot details remain scarce, Gunn has previously stated that Man of Tomorrow is not a direct sequel to Superman. He has also mentioned that Superman will have a major role in the film. Gunn has also alluded to Peacemaker Season 2 functioning as a direct sequel to Superman. The placement of Man of Tomorrow within the developing DC Universe timeline is also notable. Supergirl, starring Milly Alcock, is slated for release on June 26, 2026, while The Batman 2, from Matt Reeves, is scheduled for October 2027. Man of Tomorrow will bridge the gap between these two films, further expanding the DC cinematic universe. Other DC projects in the works include Clayface, a horror movie based on the Batman villain, and Lanterns, an HBO television series.
The announcement of Man of Tomorrow has generated considerable excitement among fans, who are eager to see Gunn's vision for the future of Superman and the DC Universe. The film's unique title, intriguing concept art, and confirmed release date have solidified its place as one of the most anticipated superhero films in the coming years. Production is speculated to begin before the end of 2025.
