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James Gunn's 'Man of Tomorrow' Explores Lex Luthor's Rise

11/16/2025

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James Gunn's upcoming film Man of Tomorrow is scheduled for release in July 2027.
Production begins in April 2026, with Frank Grillo reprising Rick Flag Sr. in an expanded role.
The film will explore Rick Flag Sr.'s partnership with Lex Luthor against Brainiac and deepen DC Universe connections.
Gunn has hinted the film may focus more on Lex Luthor and will address narrative threads from Peacemaker Season 2.

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Story summary

James Gunn's upcoming film Man of Tomorrow is scheduled for release in July 2027.
Production begins in April 2026, with Frank Grillo reprising Rick Flag Sr. in an expanded role.
The film will explore Rick Flag Sr.'s partnership with Lex Luthor against Brainiac and deepen DC Universe connections.
Gunn has hinted the film may focus more on Lex Luthor and will address narrative threads from Peacemaker Season 2.