Superman: Return to Krypton

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Superman: Return to Krypton
Directed byFreddie Goodwin
Written byFreddie Goodwin
Alex Brow
Based onCharacters
from DC
Produced by
Production
company
Distributed byWarner Bros. Pictures
Release date
  • March 17, 2026 (2026-03-17)
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish
Budget$125 million

Superman: Return to Krypton is an upcoming American artificial intelligence superhero film based on DC Comics featuring the character Superman. Produced by DC Studios and Mob Productions, and to be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, it will be the first film in Goodwin's Universe (GWU). The film will be directed by Freddie Goodwin from a screenplay by Alex Brow and himself. The film will star Tyler Hoechlin as Clark Kent / Superman and Elizabeth Tulloch as Lois Lane.

Superman: Return to Krypton is scheduled to be theatrically released in the United States on March 17, 2026. It will be the first film of the GWU.[1]

Premise[edit | edit source]

After discovering remnants of Kryptonian technology on Earth, Superman embarks on a journey to rediscover his origins, encountering new challenges and enemies.[2]

Cast[edit | edit source]

  • Tyler Hoechlin as Clark Kent / Superman:
    A Kryptonian survivor and a young journalist for the Daily Planet in Metropolis.[3][4]
  • Dwayne Johnson as Agent Liberty:
    Former CIA operative that donned a power suit and fought crime, often beside Superman. Later acting as an operative for the United States.[5][6]
  • David Harewood as Martian Manhunter:
    While the Martian Manhunter and Superman shared a connection as members of the Justice League and aliens on Earth with similar powers, unbeknownst to Superman J'onn had observed the hero since he was an infant. He would enter Superman's life several times including posing as a Kent farm labourer named Josh Johnstone and his high school Civics teacher Mrs. Klingman. [7][8]
  • Elizabeth Tulloch as Lois Lane:
    An award-winning reporter and Clark Kent/Superman's primary love interest, and the character most commonly associated with Superman. Lois had traditionally been portrayed through the years as Clark's co-worker, fierce competitor, friend, love interest, fiancée, and wife with a reckless streak when pursuing a story.[9][10]
  • Robert Pattinson as Bruce Wayne / Batman

John Malkovich has been cast in an undisclosed role.[11][12] Black Adam will appear in the film portrayed by a undisclosed actor.[13] Ralph Ineson was also cast for a villainous role within the film.[14] Rachel Brosnahan will portray the character Zatanna in the film. [15][16][17]

Production[edit | edit source]

Development[edit | edit source]

In March 2021, it was reported from various sources that a film based on Superman is in development and is planned to be released as part of the upcoming DCU.[18] Freddie Goodwin announced he was preparing to begin writing the screenplay by June 2022,[19] however was forced to stop after his other project, that was for the Marvel Cinematic Universe, was behind in development.[20][21] By 2023, it was announced that Goodwin was instead developing a universe that wouldn't feature too many characters and won't be forced to just DC Comics or Marvel Comics and instead wanted to have multiple characters from both universes.[22][23]

Emma Thomas joined as a producer alongside Freddie Goodwin.

Emma Thomas joined as a producer alongside Freddie Goodwin.

In June 2023, Goodwin announced the first three projects coming to the GWU,[24] which begins with Superman: Return to Krypton, which was confirmed to be directly connected to the film that will focus on two characters called "Gold & Jokes",[25][26][27] which would be focused on the Joker and Booster Gold and the third film being titled Batman: Shadows of Gotham which will introduce the Batman of the universe.[28][29] Goodwin confirmed Superman: Return to Krypton would be focused on Superman and nothing else. Alex Brow joined the project in late July 2024 to write the screenplay. Brow confirmed the film would feature a villain that is from the Superman comics. Brow later confirmed other villains will appear in the film too. Some crew members hinted at some not being entirely "defeated". Brow confirmed that he worked on the Batman: Shadows of Gotham film before joining the Superman: Return to Krypton project in July 2024. Brow said Batman may appear in Superman: Return to Krypton.

By January 2024, Goodwin stated that the film, while being grounded,[30] will feature various themes that normally would be found in a sequel.[31][32] In April 2024, Goodwin pubically announced the film had not started production as it was intended during March 2024 and will begin in June of that year. By the end of May, he once again said production on the film would begin in 2024 but not during the said time. By the end of June 2024, Goodwin officially said production will officially begin in October with filming soon after sometime in 2025. Goodwin confirmed that the film wouldn't be released until at least 2026.

Filming[edit | edit source]

Filming began in March 2025 in-house and is set to finish in September 2025.

Release[edit | edit source]

Superman: Return to Krypton is scheduled to be theatrically released in the United States on March 17, 2026. It will be the first film of the GWU.[1]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Announcing the First Film of the GWU: Superman: Return to Krypton". Hollywood Film Forecast. May 6, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  2. ↑ "Superman's Quest for Origins: New Adventures with Kryptonian Technology". Creator Database. July 1, 2023. Retrieved January 20, 2024.
  3. ↑ "Tyler Hoechlin Confirmed to Play Clark Kent / Superman". Creator Database. March 15, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  4. ↑ "Character Background: Clark Kent / Superman's Journey". Comic Book Cinema News. May 1, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  5. ↑ "Dwayne Johnson to Star as Agent Liberty". Hollywood Film Forecast. March 20, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  6. ↑ "Agent Liberty's Role and Background Explored". Film Universe Explorer. May 5, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  7. ↑ "David Harewood Cast as Martian Manhunter". Comic Book Film News. March 25, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  8. ↑ "Martian Manhunter's Intriguing Role and Connection to Superman". Universal Cinema Review. May 10, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  9. ↑ "Elizabeth Tulloch to Portray Lois Lane". Superhero Movie Hub. March 30, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  10. ↑ "The Dynamic Between Lois Lane and Clark Kent". New Age Cinema. May 15, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  11. ↑ "John Malkovich Joins the Cast in an Undisclosed Role". Film Future Insights. April 5, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  12. ↑ "John Malkovich's Mysterious Role Speculations". Film Gossip Central. May 20, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  13. ↑ "Black Adam to Appear in the Film, Actor Undisclosed". Cinematic Updates. April 10, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  14. ↑ "Ralph Ineson Cast as Villain in Upcoming Superman Film". Movie Insider Reports. April 15, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  15. ↑ "Rachel Brosnahan to Portray Zatanna". Hollywood Trends. April 20, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  16. ↑ "Overview of Superman's Allies and Enemies in the New Film". Superhero Insider. April 25, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  17. ↑ "New Cast Additions Bring Excitement to Superman Film". Entertainment Analysis. May 25, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  18. ↑ "Superman Film Development Begins for the New DCU". Creator Database. March 15, 2021. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  19. ↑ "Freddie Goodwin to Write Superman Screenplay Amid MCU Commitments". Hollywood Film Forecast. June 1, 2022. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  20. ↑ "Setbacks in MCU Project Delay Goodwin's Work on Superman". Comic Book Film News. July 20, 2022. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  21. ↑ "Goodwin Shifts Focus to Creating a Mixed Universe Featuring DC and Marvel Characters". Superhero Movie Hub. May 10, 2023. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  22. ↑ "Development Updates on the Upcoming Superman Film within the Broader Universe Strategy". Film Future Insights. June 8, 2023. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  23. ↑ "Goodwin's Innovative Approach: Combining DC and Marvel Elements in New Film Universe". Cinematic Updates. August 15, 2023. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  24. ↑ "Goodwin Unveils First Projects for GWU Starting with Superman: Return to Krypton". Creator Database. June 5, 2023. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  25. ↑ "Details on Superman: Return to Krypton and Its Connection to GWU". Hollywood Film Forecast. June 6, 2023. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  26. ↑ "Gold & Jokes Announced: A New Take on Joker and Booster Gold". Comic Book Film News. June 10, 2023. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  27. ↑ "Batman: Shadows of Gotham to Introduce New Batman in GWU". Superhero Movie Hub. June 15, 2023. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  28. ↑ "Goodwin's Strategy for the GWU: Linking Superman, Joker, and Batman in a Shared Universe". Film Future Insights. June 20, 2023. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  29. ↑ "Overview of the GWU's First Three Films and Their Narrative Connections". Cinematic Updates. June 25, 2023. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  30. ↑ "Goodwin Discusses Grounded Themes in New Film Resembling a Sequel". Creator Database. January 15, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  31. ↑ "Goodwin's Vision for Incorporating Sequel-like Themes in Standalone Film". Hollywood Film Forecast. January 20, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  32. ↑ "Exploring the Complex Themes of Goodwin's Latest Project". Film Future Insights. February 5, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2024.

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