James Gunn shares first image of Superman’s new suit and it’s as bold and straightforward as the movie’s new title

Mar. 1, 2024

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James Gunnhas celebrated Superman’s birthday in fine style. First, the director unveiled the first sneak peek of David Corenswet’s new suit before revealing that theSuperman: Legacytitle is no more.

“Overjoyed to be announcing the start of principal photography on SUPERMAN today, February 29, which just so happens to be – coincidentally and unplanned – Superman’s birthday,” Gunn, who is directing and writing the new Superman film, said on Instagram.

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As you can see above, the smallest glimpse of Superman’s suit reveals a prominent red ‘S’ with a yellow background. So far, so very Superman – but the fabric and the yellow outline are the big differences from previous on-screen iterations of the iconic suit. It’s also sprinkled in snow, presumably from Superman’s iconic wintry base Fortress of Solitude.

The other big change, as Gunn notes, is that Superman: Legacy has been changed to simply ‘Superman’.

Superman will form part of DCU Chapter One, a collection of five shows and five movies that make up the beginning of DC Studios’ new cinematic universe. For more, check our complete guide toDCU Chapter One: Gods and Monsters.

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