Archive · 24 Jul 2025
James Gunn Attributes Superman's Box Office to 'Anti-American Sentiment'
The new Superman movie is doing well in the US, but not as well in other countries.
The director, James Gunn, thinks some people around the world might not like things that are seen as 'American'.
Also, Superman isn't as famous everywhere as other superheroes, like Batman.
The movie has made over $250 million in the US and $173 million in other countries so far.
The director believes positive word-of-mouth is helping, and the movie is doing well in places like Brazil and the UK.
The new Superman stars David Corenswet.
James Gunn suggests 'anti-American sentiment' may be affecting Superman's global box office.
The new Superman film has earned over $250 million in the US.
Globally, the film has earned $173 million internationally, totaling $426 million.
Gunn noted Superman is not as well-known globally as other superheroes like Batman.
The film stars David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan, and Nicholas Hoult.
- Who
- James Gunn, the director of the Superman film.
- What
- Superman film's international box office performance is being discussed.
- When
- The film was released on July 11.
- Where
- Internationally and in the US.
- Why
- Gunn believes 'anti-American sentiment' and Superman's brand recognition are factors.
James Gunn's Stance
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International Performance
James Gunn's Stance
The film's lower international performance might be due to 'anti-American sentiment' and Superman's brand awareness.
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- Movie Title
- Superman
- US Box Office
- $250 million+
- International Box Office
- $173 million
- Total Box Office
- $426 million
- Director
- James Gunn
- Lead Actor
- David Corenswet
- Next DC Film
- Supergirl (2026)