US EditionDC Studios Co-CEO James Gunn Explains Why Superman Is Getting a Digital Release So Soon After the Movie Hit Theaters
James Gunn said early digital release lets fans watch Superman before Peacemaker Season 2 on HBO Max; the movie has grossed $334 million domestically so far.
- James Gunn's Superman film starring David Corenswet opened in theaters on July 11, and it is arriving on digital platforms on August 15.
- Gunn explained that the film's quick digital release is due to Peacemaker Season 2 launching on August 21, enabling more viewers to watch Superman first.
- Superman leads directly into Peacemaker, connecting the new DC Universe overseen by Gunn and Peter Safran, with many characters crossing over between projects.
- Superman has earned $334 million domestically and $600 million globally, becoming the highest-grossing Man of Steel film in the U.S., while remaining in theaters despite digital availability.
- This digital release strategy supports viewers who could not see Superman before Peacemaker’s debut, and the TV show's second season will set up the future of the DCU.
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Warner Bros.Superman was a smash success in theaters, but it can’t stay there forever. Eventually, it has to be available for digital release so fans can watch their favorite scenes over and over without having to leave home. Usually, the industry standard for a digital release is 45 days after the movie premieres in theaters, in order to maximize the box office potential: If a movie is available from your couch, viewers are less likely to shell…
James Gunn Sheds Light on Surprisingly Swift Superman Digital Release — Ties Decision to Peacemaker Season 2
James Gunn's highly acclaimed Superman film will release on digital platforms earlier than anticipated, and the director and DC Studios co-CEO has now opened up about the reasoning behind this decision. The post James Gunn Sheds Light on Surprisingly Swift Superman Digital Release — Ties Decision to Peacemaker Season 2 appeared first on That Park Place.
James Gunn Says 'Superman' Is Available Digitally So Soon Because of 'Peacemaker' Season 2
“Superman’s” quick turnaround from theatrical release to being available on-demand is mostly due to “Peacemaker” Season 2. In an interview with Screenrant, James Gunn – who directed “Superman” and serves as showrunner on “Peacemaker” – explained that the reason the new DCU launchpad film is getting a digital release so soon is so as many people can see it as possible before the new season of the HBO Max series. The film was released in theaters …
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