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Superman: James Gunn Defends DCU Movie’s Box Office Projections

UNITED STATES, JUL 7 – James Gunn says the Superman reboot's box office success threshold is lower than rumored, emphasizing character-driven storytelling over hitting $700 million, despite a $225 million budget.

  • On July 11, 2025, James Gunn's Superman film opens worldwide, marking the launch of his rebooted DC Universe.
  • Prompted by recent DC setbacks, Gunn's Superman centers on heart and humanity to revitalize the franchise's new era.
  • Early positive reviews from Rotten Tomatoes and projections of $125–145 million opening weekend demonstrate strong early audience interest.
  • Gunn dismisses $700 million break-even claims as 'utter nonsense,' acknowledging some pressure on Warner Bros. but emphasizing the film's lower financial risk.
  • James Gunn's Superman, launching the new DC Universe on July 11, aims to restore faith in the franchise through a focus on emotional vulnerability, with early positive reviews and fan reception critical to its success.
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Bleeding Cool News And Rumors broke the news in on Sunday, July 6, 2025.
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