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News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
James Gunn's Take On David Corenswet Replacing Henry Cavill In Superman
Last Updated: James Gunn discusses telling Henry Cavill he won't return as Superman, calling it "unfair." Gunn hints at future DCU roles for Cavill. Amid the thunderous response coming in for the latest release, Superman, director James Gunn reflected on the moment when he had to tell Henry Cavill that he was not returning to the film. Gunn took a trip down memory lane to recall the time when a section of the studio tried to 'force" the casting of Cavill in the film which was 'never part of the equation," which, according to him, created an 'unfair" situation for Cavill. During a recent appearance on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, as quoted by Variety, Gunn said, 'The day our [DC] deal closed, all of a sudden, they were announcing that Henry was back. And I'm like, 'What is going on?' We know what the plan is. The plan was to come in and do 'Superman.' So it was really unfair to him and a total bummer." To solve the misunderstanding, James Gunn decided to sit down for a chat with Henry Cavill and disclose the news himself. The director added, 'So, that was really unfortunate. Peter and I [thought] the right thing to do was to sit down with [Cavill] and talk to him. And we sat down and we talked to him. He was an absolute gentleman, a great guy about it. He said, 'The only thing I ask is that I'm able to reveal it myself as opposed to it coming from you guys." Gunn also hinted at bringing back Henry Cavill to the future DCU movies. When asked whether it would be 'too confusing" to recast the actor in the DC Universe, the director responded, 'No, as another character? Absolutely not. I talked to him about it on that day. I would love to put Henry in something." Henry Cavill played the Man of Steel across three DC films from 2013 to 2017. He was replaced by David Corenswet for Gunn's DCU debut feature Superman, which arrived in theatres on July 11. Alongside David Cornswet, Superman also features Nicholas Hoult (Lex Luthor), Rachel Brosnahan (Lois Lane), Skyler Gisondo (Jimmy Olsen), Anthony Carrigan (Metamorpho), Edi Gathegi (Mister Terrific), Nathan Fillion (Guy Gardner) and Isabela Merced (Hawkgirl). First Published: July 21, 2025, 18:43 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Mint
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
'It was really unfair to him': James Gunn on replacing Henry Cavill in Superman film franchise
Washington DC [US], July 20 (ANI): Following the success of 'Superman', director James Gunn opened up on how he convinced Henry Cavill to sit out from the 'Superman' film franchise ahead of casting David Cornswet in the latest DC Studios' superhero project. During a recent appearance on the "Happy Sad Confused" podcast, as quoted by Variety, the "Superman" director explained that as his deal to take over DC Studios was finalised, it was announced that Cavill would reprise his role as the Man of Steel. However, according to Gunn, it was already decided that he would helm a new 'Superman' film with a new actor, which created an "unfair" situation for Cavill. "The day our [DC] deal closed, all of a sudden, they were announcing that Henry was back. And I'm like, 'What is going on?' We know what the plan is. The plan was to come in and do 'Superman.' So it was really unfair to him and a total bummer," said Gunn as quoted by Variety. Gunn added that the miscommunication was due to a sector of the studio trying to "force" their own vision of DC, which was "never part of the equation." To solve the misunderstanding, the director decided to disclose the truth to Henry Cavill by talking to him. "So, that was really unfortunate. Peter and I [thought] the right thing to do was to sit down with [Cavill] and talk to him. And we sat down and we talked to him. He was an absolute gentleman, a great guy about it. He said, 'The only thing I ask is that I'm able to reveal it myself as opposed to it coming from you guys,'" said James Gunn as quoted by Variety. Gunn also hinted at the possibility of casting Henry Cavill in future DCU movies. While Cavill starred as the Man of Steel across three DC films from 2013 to 2017, David Corenswet took over the role for Gunn's DCU debut feature 'Superman,' which released July 11. Other cast members for that film include Nicholas Hoult (Lex Luthor), Rachel Brosnahan (Lois Lane), Skyler Gisondo (Jimmy Olsen), Anthony Carrigan (Metamorpho), Edi Gathegi (Mister Terrific), Nathan Fillion (Guy Gardner) and Isabela Merced (Hawkgirl). The film has garnered positive reviews from critics and viewers alike. (ANI)
Pink Villa
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Superman Ending Explained: Does David Corenswet Stop Nicholas Hoult's Lex Luthor? All About How He Sets Up Supergirl's DCU Future
The new Superman movie under James Gunn's DCU Chapter One: Gods and Monsters has plenty going on in its ending. The film wraps up with Superman taking on Lex Luthor's biggest plan yet, a dangerous pocket universe, and a powerful clone named Ultraman. After escaping Lex's prison, Clark Kent returns home to Kansas to rest. But when he sees news of an invasion in Jarhanpur, Mister Terrific warns him that Metropolis is at risk too. Clark heads back to Metropolis where an interdimensional rift is tearing the city apart, thanks to Lex's pocket universe tech. Superman vs. Ultraman Lex Luthor uses the rift to keep Superman busy. He also sends The Engineer to drown Superman, but Clark fights off her nano tech. Lex's big move is revealing Ultraman - a clone of Superman made from a strand of Clark's hair. Superman fights Ultraman but struggles until he calls Krypto for help. Together, they knock Ultraman into a black hole. Clark and Krypto then defeat Lex's other backup plans. Here's how Lex's scheme unfolded Lois Lane and Jimmy Olsen, with help from Eve Tesmacher, discover Lex's arms deal with Boravia. He's been selling weapons cheaply to take over half of Jarhanpur. Lex admits it was just an excuse to try to kill Superman once and for all. Meanwhile, the Justice Gang and Metamorpho save Jarhanpur from Boravia's military. Hawkgirl kills the Boravian leader, securing peace for Jarhanpur. Clark then flies to Lex's flying office and stops him from escaping. He tells Lex, 'I'm human,' something Lex never understood. Mister Terrific arrives and closes the rift, saving Metropolis. Krypto attacks Lex before he's sent to Belle Reve prison. Lois and Clark share a kiss, and she finally says she loves him back. Superman offers her an exclusive interview. Supergirl joins the DCU future At the end, Supergirl lands in the Fortress of Solitude to collect Krypto, her dog. She thanks Clark for watching him and hints at more adventures. In the post-credits scenes, Superman relaxes with Krypto while Mister Terrific fixes a damaged building. James Gunn said, 'What I'm working on is in some way…yes, yes, yes,' about a sequel. There's no confirmed Superman 2 yet, but fans can expect to see Clark and Supergirl again soon.
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Superman 2025 post-credits breakdown; what comes next for DC?
James Gunn's Superman (2025), starring David Corenswet, is now in theatres. It not only reintroduces the iconic superhero for a new generation but also offers a glimpse of what's to come in DC Studios ' Gods and Monsters chapter. While the film doesn't reveal a major new villain in its ending or post-credits, it does expand the world with new characters, light humor, and subtle nods to upcoming projects. The film picks up in a world where Superman has already been active for three years, juggling his life as a Metropolis reporter and a full-time hero. He goes up against classic nemesis Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult), while also crossing paths with other DC heroes like Guy Gardner (Green Lantern), Hawk Girl, Mister Terrific, and Metamorpho. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like War Thunder - Register now for free and play against over 75 Million real Players War Thunder Play Now We even see a quick media appearance by Peacemaker, hinting at the upcoming Season 2 of his series. The film also brings in Superman's retro-inspired helper robots at the Fortress of Solitude. Supergirl smashes in In the final moments of the film, just after Lex's defeat, Kara Zor-El, better known as Supergirl (played by Milly Alcock), crashes into the Fortress of Solitude. Live Events Her arrival is brief but memorable. She's depicted as a bit of a reckless, party-loving cousin who's been off drinking on alien planets. Surprisingly, we learn that Krypto, the super-powered dog, isn't Superman's pet but Kara's and Clark has just been dog-sitting. Kara exits just as fast as she enters, leaving viewers with a cheeky teaser for her upcoming solo film. Post-credit scenes Superman includes two post-credit scenes, but neither reveals the next big villain or plotline. Mid-Credit Scene: Superman and Krypto sit silently on the moon, gazing down at Earth. The moment underlines Superman's quiet commitment to protect the planet, with Krypto loyally by his side. Post-Credit Scene: In a humorous bit, Superman and Mister Terrific examine damage caused during the film's events. Superman jokes that a cracked building looks crooked. Mister Terrific, annoyed, storms off and kicks a rock. Superman awkwardly regrets his comment, muttering, 'Gosh, I can be such a jerk.' These scenes are more about tone than narrative setup, offering warmth, humor, and early chemistry between future DCU characters. A new tone The post-credit moments don't directly set up future villains or crossovers. Instead, they reinforce the emotional core and playful tone James Gunn appears to be crafting for this fresh DC Universe. With Superman at the center, and characters like Supergirl and Mister Terrific already introduced, the foundation has been laid, not with shock value, but with steady world-building.
Asharq Al-Awsat
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Movie Review: A Weird ‘Superman' Is Better than a Boring One
It's a bird, it's a plane, it's a ... a purple and orange shape-shifting chemical compound? Writer-director James Gunn's 'Superman' was always going to be a strange chemistry of filmmaker and material. Gunn, the mind behind 'Guardians of the Galaxy' and 'The Suicide Squad,' has reliably drifted toward a B-movie superhero realm populated (usually over-populated) with the lesser-known freaks, oddities and grotesquerie of back-issue comics. But you don't get more mainstream than Superman. And let's face it, unless Christopher Reeve is in the suit, the rock-jawed Man of Steel can be a bit of a bore. Much of the fun and frustration of Gunn's movie is seeing how he stretches and strains to make Superman, you know, interesting. In the latest revamp for the archetypal superhero, Gunn does a lot to give Superman (played with an easy charm by David Corenswet) a lift. He scraps the origin story. He gives Superman a dog. And he ropes in not just expected regulars like Lois Lane (Rachel Brosnahan) and Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult) but some less conventional choices — none more so than that colorful jumble of elements, Metamorpho (Anthony Carrigan). Metamorpho, a melancholy, mutilated man whose powers were born out of tragedy, is just one of many side shows in 'Superman.' But he's the most representative of what Gunn is going for. Gunn might favor a traditional-looking hero at the center, like Chris Pratt's Star-Lord in 'Guardians of the Galaxy.' And Corenswet, complete with hair curl, looks the part, too. But Gunn's heart is with the weirdos who soldier on. The heavy lift of 'Superman' is making the case that the perfect superhuman being with 'S' on his chest is strange, too. He's a do-gooder at a time when no one does good anymore. Not everything works in 'Superman.' For those who like their Superman classically drawn, Gunn's film will probably seem too irreverent and messy. But for anyone who found Zack Snyder's previous administration painfully ponderous, this 'Superman,' at least, has a pulse. It would be hard to find a more drastic 180 in franchise stewardship. Where Snyder's films were super-serious mythical clashes of colossuses, Gunn's 'Superman' is lightly earthbound, quirky and sentimental. When this Superman flies, he even keeps his arms back, like an Olympic skeleton rider. We begin not on Krypton or Kansas but in Antarctica, near the Fortress of Solitude. The opening titles set-up the medias res beginning. Three centuries ago, metahumans first appeared on Earth. Three minutes ago, Superman lost a battle for the first time. Lying bloodied in the snow, he whistles and his faithful super dog, Krypto, comes running. Like some of Gunn's other novelty gags (I'm looking at you Groot), Krypto is both a highlight and overused gag throughout. Superman is in the midst of a battle by proxy with Luthor. From atop his Luthor Corp. skyscraper headquarters, Luther gives instructions to a team sitting before computer screens while, on a headset, barking out coded battle directions to drone-assisted henchmen. '13-B!' he shouts, like a Bingo caller. Whether this is an ideal localizing of main characters in conflict is a debate that recedes a bit when, back in Metropolis, Clark Kent returns to the Daily Planet. There's Wendell Pierce as the editor-in-chief, Perry White, and Skyler Gisondo as Jimmy Olsen. But the character of real interest here is, of course, Lois. She and Kent are already an item in 'Superman.' When alone, Lois chides him over the journalistic ethics of interviewing himself after some daring do, and questions his flying into countries without their leaders' approval. Brosnahan slides so comfortably into the role that I wonder if 'Superman' ought to have been 'Lois,' instead. Her scenes with Corenswet are the best in the film, and the movie loses its snap when she's not around. That's unfortunately for a substantial amount of time. Luthor traps Superman in a pocket universe (enter Metamorpho, among others) and the eccentric members of the Justice Gang — Nathan Fillion's Green Lantern, Edi Gathegi's Mister Terrific and Isabela Merced's Hawkgirl — are called upon to lend a hand. They come begrudgingly. But if there's anyone else that comes close to stealing the movie, it's Gathegi, who meets increasingly absurd cataclysm with wry deadpan. The fate of the world, naturally, again turns iffy. There's a rift in the universe, not to mention some vaguely defined trouble in Boravia and Jarhanpur. In such scenes, Gunn's juggling act is especially uneasy and you can feel the movie lurching from one thing to another. Usually, that's Krypto's cue to fly back into the movie and run amok. Gunn, who now presides over DC Studios with producer Peter Safran, is better with internal strife than he is international politics. Superman is often called 'the Kryptonian' or 'the alien" by humans, and Gunn leans into his outsider status. Not for the first time, Superman's opponents try to paint him as an untrustworthy foreigner. With a modicum of timeliness, 'Superman' is an immigrant story. Mileage will inevitably vary when it comes to Gunn's idiosyncratic touch. He can be outlandish and sweet, often at once. In a conversation between metahumans, he will insert a donut into the scene for no real reason, and cut from a body falling through the air to an Alka-Seltzer tablet dropping into a glass. Some might call such moments glib, a not-unfair label for Gunn. But I'd say they make this pleasantly imperfect 'Superman' something quite rare in the assembly line-style of superhero moviemaking today: human.
