We’ve had a lot of ‘Super’ in Superman over the years, and I’m happy to have made a movie that focuses on the ‘man’ part of the equation – a kind person always looking out for those in need. That that resonates so powerfully with so many people across the world is in itself a hopeful testament to the kindness and quality of human beings.

Director James Gunn said "Superman is the story of America" in the sense that it follows "an immigrant that came from other places and populated the country"

Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice holds the record for DC, making $420 million worldwide on opening weekend. On release (in 2016), it was the fourth-highest opening of all time. In terms of 2025 films, Superman has had the third-biggest opening for a Hollywood movie of the year.