The 2025 Superman movie, directed by James Gunn and starring David Corenswet as Clark Kent, released on July 11, 2025. It had a strong opening, earning $56.5 million on the first day, including preview shows. The movie crossed $120 million during its opening weekend in the United States alone. Worldwide, the film is expected to earn over $210 million in its first few days.
In India, Superman also performed well, collecting ₹7 crore on its first day and ₹9.25 crore on the second day, reaching a total of ₹16.25 crore in just two days.
Public Response & Ratings
Audiences gave the film a CinemaScore of A–, which means most viewers liked it. It received high scores on review platforms, with critics giving it around 82–85%, and the audience score reaching up to 95%. On another major rating site, the film scored between 68 and 72 out of 100 based on critics’ reviews.
What People Liked
- Positive Tone: The movie brings back the classic, hopeful Superman energy. It’s colorful, emotional, and full of heroic moments.
- Great Acting: David Corenswet was praised for playing a balanced and sincere Superman. Rachel Brosnahan, who plays Lois Lane, received special praise for her strong performance.
- Krypto the Superdog: A fan-favorite, the dog added humor and charm to the story.
- Visuals & Music: The film uses bright visuals and a powerful soundtrack, which helps create a classic superhero feel.
What Some Didn’t Like
- Too Many Ideas: Some critics felt the story had too many characters and subplots packed into one film.
- Unclear Tone: While the movie is fun, a few people thought the tone shifted too often between serious and silly.
- Final Act: The last part of the film felt a bit rushed and heavy on computer effects.
Ratings Summary
Review Source | Score/Grade | Notes |
---|---|---|
Audience Score | 95% | Very positive viewer response |
Critics Score | 82–85% | Strong reviews from most critics |
Metacritic-like Score | 68–72/100 | Generally favorable |
CinemaScore | A– | Audiences liked it a lot |
Final Thoughts
Superman (2025) is a strong and refreshing reboot. It brings back the hope, warmth, and strength that fans expect from the character. While not perfect, the film succeeds in telling a heartfelt and heroic story with strong visuals, emotional moments, and fun action. It marks a new and exciting chapter for Superman and DC movies.
If you enjoy superhero films that are fun, uplifting, and full of energy, this movie is a great pick.