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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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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