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James Gunn's Superman Soars, Outshines Mixed-Man of Steel

10/18/2025

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James Gunn's Superman (2025) earned $615.9 million and became the highest-grossing comic book film of the year.
Zack Snyder's Man of Steel outgrossed it with $670.1 million.
Man of Steel faced mixed reviews, causing a 64.6% drop.
Superman's opening weekend was strong, aided by positive word of mouth, and its 53.2% second weekend drop establishes a foundation for the DC Universe and raises hopes for Man of Tomorrow.

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Story summary

James Gunn's Superman (2025) earned $615.9 million and became the highest-grossing comic book film of the year.
Zack Snyder's Man of Steel outgrossed it with $670.1 million.
Man of Steel faced mixed reviews, causing a 64.6% drop.
Superman's opening weekend was strong, aided by positive word of mouth, and its 53.2% second weekend drop establishes a foundation for the DC Universe and raises hopes for Man of Tomorrow.