Sat Jul 19 03:50:00 UTC 2025: **Superman Reboot Turns Hero’s Origin on its Head, Setting Up a Darker Future for the DC Universe**
Metropolis is buzzing after the premiere of “Superman,” the film kicking off the rebooted DC movie universe, but the real shocker lies within the film’s surprising plot twists and post-credit scenes.
The movie sees Clark Kent (David Corenswet) grappling with a changed perception from the public. Corenswet loses his first fight and causes an international incident by stopping war from breaking out between fictional neighboring nations Boravia and Jarhanpur. Billionaire Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult), fueled by jealousy, uncovers a hidden message from Superman’s Kryptonian parents revealing their true intention: for their son to rule Earth, not protect it. Luthor exposes this to the world, turning public opinion against the Man of Steel.
Superman faces an existential crisis while battling both physical and moral challenges, including a giant monster and torture by Kryptonite in an interdimensional pocket universe created by Luthor. Luthor’s true scheme is revealed: he’s in league with Boravia to take over Jarhanpur, and in return, he’d gain his own country. But after Superman defeats Lex’s henchman Ultraman – a Superman clone also played by Corenswet – he confronts Lex. After science whiz Mr. Terrific (Edi Gathegi) fixes the rift, and Lois Lane (Rachel Brosnahan) breaks the exclusive that Lex is a traitor, Lex is apprehended and sent to Belle Reve, Amanda Waller’s prison for super-powered criminals.
The film also features familiar faces from James Gunn’s previous DC projects, including John Cena as Peacemaker and Frank Grillo as Rick Flag Sr., and Bradley Cooper voices Superman’s father, Jor-El.
Adding another layer to the growing DC Universe, the film introduces Supergirl (Milly Alcock) in a cameo. Kara, portrayed as a hard-drinking, party-loving foil to Superman’s more traditional heroism, is set to star in her own film in 2026.
Two post-credit scenes offer a glimpse into the future. The first shows a heartwarming moment between Superman and Krypto. The second is a humorous moment involving Mr. Terrific struggling to repair Metropolis, indicating some lighthearted moments ahead. The film explores Superman’s traditional “Boy Scout” persona, embracing G-rated language and a clear moral compass.
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