Archive · 16 Sep 2025
James Gunn's 'Superman' Arrives on HBO Max and Theaters
Superman, the newest movie in the DC universe directed by James Gunn, is coming to HBO Max and HBO.
It stars David Corenswet as Superman and features Rachel Brosnahan and Nicholas Hoult.
The movie first appeared in theaters on July 11.
After a short time in theaters, it will stream on HBO Max and HBO.
Gunn explained the short theatrical window was so people could watch the movie before the show 'Peacemaker' was released.
A sequel, 'Man of Tomorrow', is planned for a July 9, 2027 release.
A version with American Sign Language will also stream on HBO Max.
James Gunn's 'Superman' will premiere on HBO Max on September 19.
'Superman' had a 70-day theatrical window before the HBO Max release.
The film opened in theaters on July 11 with a $220 million global opening.
The movie has earned $353.9 million domestically and $615.1 million worldwide.
A sequel, 'Man of Tomorrow', is set to release on July 9, 2027.
- Who
- James Gunn directed 'Superman', starring David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan, and Nicholas Hoult.
- What
- The film 'Superman' will premiere on HBO Max and HBO.
- When
- It premieres on HBO Max on September 19 and on HBO on Saturday at 8 p.m. ET.
- Where
- The movie was in theaters and will be available on HBO Max.
- Why
- Gunn wanted viewers to watch the film before the release of 'Peacemaker'.
- Release Date (HBO Max)
- September 19
- Theatrical Release Date
- July 11
- Domestic Box Office Gross
- $353.9 million
- Worldwide Box Office Gross
- $615.1 million
- Upcoming Sequel Title
- Man of Tomorrow
- Man of Tomorrow Release
- July 9, 2027
- Director
- James Gunn