Superman ’s domestic opening ranks as the third-largest of 2025, trailing only A Minecraft Movie ($162.8 million) and the live-action Lilo & Stitch ($146 million). The film’s Thursday preview screenings alone brought in $22.

James Gunn’s ambitious reboot of the DC Universe is off to a phenomenal start as 'Superman', led by David Corenswet,takes flight at the global box office with a massive opening weekend. The superhero epic has not only come close to covering its production costs in just a few days but has also set a new benchmark for solo Superman films.

James Gunn’s Superman released worldwide kickstaring the live-action portion of the DCU. David Corenswet stars as Clark Kent / Superman, alongside Rachel Brosnahan, Nicholas Hoult, Edi Gathegi, Anthony Carrigan,