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Henry Cavill passed on the iconic role of Superman to David Corenswet as part of the new reboot under James GunnwithSuperman: Legacyslated to be the first film of the new universe. In the months that have followed since the announcement, a first look, release date, and various new details regarding the plot have surfaced that might just give an edge to the new flick.
On the other side of the coin, like any fresh start, there could be hiccups along the way. Despite Gunn’s vast experience in film-making and his determination to make his first movie in the new DCU a grand success, there lies one reason for fans’ apprehension.
James Gunn will find it tough to outdo a Zack Snyder masterstroke
Arriving in theaters in 2013,Man of Steelcame across as quite a divisive venture for bothZack Snyderand the DC Extended Universe (DCEU), then in its infancy. With acritical rating of just 56% on Rotten Tomatoes, the movie still boasts being the favorite for many fans. One major aspect of that favoritism lies in the original soundtrack for the movie composed byHans Zimmer.
the thing i’m probably most nervous about with superman (2025) is the score.
both hans zimmer & john williams crafted some of the greatest scores ever that acted as the heartbeat of their respective films & it’s such a tall task to compete with them. really hope john murphy can…pic.twitter.com/kZndMWf49L
— Matt Ramos (@therealsupes)August 11, 2025
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), popular superhero genre critic Matt Ramos pointed out his apprehension ofJames Gunnbeing able to outdo it. The renowned soundtrack for the Snyder movie had the award-winning composer follow the footsteps ofJohn Williams, famed for composing tracks for the original Superman film. Additionally, Zimmer’s iconic touches to pieces likeFlightstill resonate to this day.
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On his end, James Gunn has roped in John Murphy to compose the music forSuperman: Legacy.Known for his work onKick-Ass,28 Days Later,and as recently asGuardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3,there lies no doubt in his artistic prowess. However, outperforming Zimmer, who recently won acclaim forDune: Part Twoscore will prove to be a monumental task and one that can make or break fans’ experience just as Gunn’s experiment with the storyline.
HowSuperman: Legacywill differ fromMan of Steel
A major criticism ofMan of Steelcame regarding its tone. TheHenry Cavillouting largely differed from a comic-accurate vibrancy and featured Snyder’s gritty and dark take. Scenes like the destruction of Metropolis, Superman letting his father die, and an under-saturated color grading caused some critics to lash out in reviews. Furthermore, the reportedly excessive use of slow-motion sequences and non-linear storyline caused disagreement among a few others.
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James Gunn, though, has already stated his intentions to make a light-hearted Superman movie. Thus, David Corenswet’s outing will probably feature humor, and heart, and should be more aligned with the comic version. Additionally,a first lookreleased a few weeks ago also resonated with a brighter, vibrant style while returning iconic elements like the red trunks, leading to a brighter hope among fans.
Superman: Legacyreleases on July 02, 2025.
Imteshal Karim
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Bearing a penchant for writing in multiple forms, I love telling a good story and hope to tell impactful ones about the fandom’s side of the Entertainment industry. I found the movie of my life in Christopher Nolan’s 2014' s Interstellar, which fascinated me with the perfect blend of science and cinema, leaving me curious about Hollywood. In my leisure time, you will find me indulging in photography, gardening, and cycling.
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