James Gunn's new DC Studios has confirmed its first film: a moving tribute to Christopher Reeve

Apr. 10, 2024



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A new Superman documentary has been announced as the first movie underJames Gunnand Peter Safran’s newly formed DC Studios.

Called ‘Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story’, the film follows former Superman actor Christopher Reeve who was paralyzed from the shoulders down in 1995 following an accident at an equestrian competition. The documentary examines how he found strength from activism following the incident.

It’s directed by the duo behind documentaries Rising Phoenix and McQueen, Ian Bonhote and Peter Ettedgui, and it’s due to be released this September, which makes it the first film to be debuting under the DC Studios.

Safran and Gunn’s plan for the DC shake-up is calledDC Chapter One: Gods and Monsters, and it features reboots for most of the major characters. Among those heading up new projects are Supergirl (who’ll beplayed by House of the Dragon’s Milly Alcock), Batman, Green Lantern, and Swamp Thing.

Check out all of theupcoming DC movies and showsas well as our selection of all thenew superhero moviesfor more information.

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