July 11, 2025
Extreme caution for older teenagers and adults.
Released
July 11, 2025
Director
James Gunn
Cast
David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan, Nicholas Hoult, Edi Gathegi, Nathan Fillion, and Isabela Merced
Directed by James Gunn, rated PG-13, released July 11, 2025. James Gunn's bright, sincere take on the Man of Steel follows Clark Kent as he learns that loving, failing, and choosing kindness — one step at a time — is the greatest strength of all.
Starring David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan, Nicholas Hoult, Edi Gathegi, Nathan Fillion, among others.
It restores superhero cinema as a vision of goodness. Superman saves even a squirrel, keeps Krypto as a good dog, and reminds us that putting one foot in front of the other — despite fear and failure — is what it means to be human.
Critical response is solid (83% Tomatometer), and audience scores sit at 78% Popcornmeter. IMDb users rate it about 7.4/10.
Pair the scores with the MovieGuide content breakdown and the source reviews linked on this page to decide if it fits your night in.
It restores superhero cinema as a vision of goodness. Superman saves even a squirrel, keeps Krypto as a good dog, and reminds us that putting one foot in front of the other — despite fear and failure — is what it means to be human.
Summaries based on each site's scores and typical coverage — open the source for full reviews.
Family content & quality
Entertainment quality ★★★☆ (3/4). Family content -2 — extreme caution for older teens and adults. Advisories often include stronger violence, language, or adult themes; extreme caution is flagged for older teens and adults rather than young children.
Critics & audience
Critics land at a fresh 83% Tomatometer, with most recommending it for performances, pacing, or thematic ambition. Audiences largely leave satisfied (78% Popcornmeter). Open the full page for critic and audience quotes.
User scores & reviews
Users place it around 7.4/10, reflecting generally favorable broad-audience regard. Reviews there usually dig into performances, emotional payoff, pacing, and genre expectations—a useful counterweight to professional critics. Open the score above to read the full conversation.
