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Following the positive response to Superman, director James Gunn has started work on a Man of Tomorrow sequel. It will see David Corenswet and Nicholas Hoult teamed up again, but this time against a different foe.
Gunn hopes to show more of Lex Luthor’s personality than just his evil side. He admires his tenacity and ego.
What James Gunn Revealed About Man of Tomorrow
Gunn has already sent shockwaves through the DC fandom with his announcement of a follow-up to Superman, a film that will see Clark Kent (David Corenswet) teaming up with Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult) against a bigger threat. Now, he’s offered some more insight into Man of Tomorrow and its connections to the rest of the DCU.
As part of a recent podcast appearance, Gunn was asked to provide more details about Man of Tomorrow’s villain and how it connects to the larger DC universe. While he wants each project to be able to stand on its own, he also knows that this is a shared universe and narrative connections are a must.
While the specifics are still under wraps, one name that’s been floating around is Brainiac. The cybernetic villain has appeared in countless Superman media before, including Smallville and the animated Superman & Lois, but he’s never been seen in a live-action movie. The cover page of the Man of Tomorrow script features a bisected diagram of a brain, which could be a hint at his involvement.
It’s possible that the Man of Tomorrow Season 2 finale will set up Brainiac for his big screen debut. The episode is reportedly very important to the overall plot of the film and could be the reason why Gunn is keeping details under wraps.
Upcoming Projects
As the co-CEO of DC Studios, James Gunn has a lot of knowledge about what is coming up next for the franchises under his watch. During an appearance on the Ringer-Verse podcast House of R, he shared some intriguing insights and fan-relevant details about a variety of projects.
As a big-picture thinker, Gunn is always looking for ways to make things bigger and better. In the interview, he addressed how there are multiple layers to the story of Man of Tomorrow and how it connects to the wider DC universe. He also pointed out that the upcoming season finale of Peacemaker will help further stoke the fires of this connection, and it will “be as important to Man of Tomorrow as anything.”
Gunn shared some interesting insight into his personal view on Lex Luthor. He spoke about wanting to move past portraying him as merely evil. He noted that he sees something incredibly heroic about him. He praised the tenacity and ego of the character and said that he admires how he is constantly comparing himself to others.
Gunn also offered up some insight about what is happening with the Arkham Asylum series that was previously slated to be developed for DC. He revealed that the film will now be a part of the main DCU, and it will focus on Superman/Clark Kent allying with Lex Luthor against a threat. He also teased that he and director Matt Reeves are working together to create the ultimate version of this story.
Revealed About Lanterns
Gunn is a man on a mission to bring the DC Universe back in top form. The co-CEO has been consistently sharing key insights and debunking myths on social media, revealing a number of fan-relevant details about the 2025 reboot.
One of the most important tidbits is that TV shows will be directly integrated into the new DCU slate. This is a tactic Marvel has mastered to great effect, and it’s something that will likely be carried over into the revamped franchise.
While it’s unclear how the upcoming TV projects will work into the larger DCU reboot, Gunn has teased that they could build towards a new big-bad threat. The DCU Chapter One movies have primarily focused on Superman and his greatest enemy, Lex Luthor, but Gunn says that the story threads will continue long after Man of Tomorrow has flown into theaters.
He specifically mentioned a story featuring John Stewart and Hal Jordan, with the two not wearing their Green Lantern corp gear in civvies on a desert road. The image hints at a mystery in the heartland of America, and a murder investigation.
Gunn also cryptically teased that Joe Manganiello’s Deathstroke may be a part of the DCU reboot in some capacity. Considering the way his character’s introduction was handled in the DCEU after Zack Snyder left, it would be a huge win for fans to see Deathstroke make a full-fledged debut in the new DCU.
Revealed About Supergirl
In a new interview, DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn pulled back the curtain on what he does on a daily basis with regards to upcoming DCU movies and TV shows. He revealed that he spends his time reading scripts and writing drafts, as well as managing cuts of films that will be released soon.
Gunn specifically cited the Man of Tomorrow sequel as one of these projects that he is actively working on, and said he’ll be completing “another draft” of it in the near future. This is a clear indicator of how important the film is to Gunn, and that he is dedicating his time to ensure the best possible outcome for the movie.
Man of Tomorrow will see Superman team up with his arch-nemesis Lex Luthor (David Corenswet and Nicholas Hoult) to fight a new threat. Gunn recently shared concept art that featured the pair standing together, as well as teased a big reveal for the film’s finale.
Gunn also addressed the fact that Supergirl will make her debut in the upcoming film. He explained that the character will be seen in a drunken state, as she is a Kryptonian who got “completely fucked up” while hanging out with her cousin at the Fortress of Solitude. In addition, he confirmed that Jason Momoa’s Lobo will be joining the film, and that Supergirl will travel off of Earth in the movie.