The new film, starring David Corenswet as Superman, is intended to kick off a new epoch for DC Studios, which has struggled in recent years to produce consistent superhero hits.

An A-lister makes an appearance in the new "Superman" movie, in reference to the hero's origin story.

Recently io9 sat down with both writer-director James Gunn and Superman himself, David Corenswet, to discuss not just the shocking contents of the Kryptonian message but, more specifically, if those revelations could have an impact moving ahead in the DC Universe.

Samsung Electronics has struck gold with Warner Bros and DC Studios, launching a spectacular global campaign for James Gunn's Superman movie. July 9 marks the

Every era gets the Superman it needs. James Gunn's version — sincere, inspiring and idealistic — will make you want to cheer.

Bad things happen, Superman moves to correct them, and consequences be damned. That’s the core of the character, an almost biblical commitment to ethical action. Thus began Superman’s never-ending battle, certainly for truth and justice. But for the American way? At that time, not so much. For a better tomorrow? Most certainly.

Prepare for James Gunn's Superman reboot with these seven essential DC films. Discover which superhero movies to watch before the DCU launches.

The latest attempt at Superman's story is immensely ambitious, with overt politics and eye-popping action.

“I have just had a meeting with James Gunn and Peter Safran, and it’s sad news, everyone. I will, after all, not be returning as Superman,” Henry Cavill began his statement.

All-Star Superman Image courtesy of DC COmics. Grant Morrison’s twelve-issue limited series All-Star Superman, illustrated by Frank Quitely and published from 2005 to 2008, ...

Kryptonite-smashing "Superman Unlimited #1" artwork courtesy of Rafael Albuquerque (Image credit: DC Comics). Here's the official synopsis: "'Superman Unlimited' establishes a dangerous new status ...

Here’s everything you need to know about when James Gunn's new Superman movie takes place, and how it affects past and future DCU projects