James Gunn has officially announced the sequel to Superman, which will arrive in theaters in 2027. The film promises to expand the new DC Universe with familiar characters and new surprises.
The announcement was made on Instagram, accompanied by a drawing from Jim Lee. It shows Lex Luthor in his green and purple armored suit facing Superman. This is an iconic element from the comics that will now be seen in live action.
Announcement details and Luthor's suit
Luthor's suit is designed to face Superman and appears for the first time in a film. James Gunn aims to take advantage of this detail to generate tension and action in the sequel.
Gunn explained to The Hollywood Reporter that he has already finished the treatment for the upcoming story, named the "Superman Saga." The sequel will not be a direct continuation, but will include characters already familiar to the public.
