Man of Tomorrow: Next Superman Movie Release Date and Cast
Man of Tomorrow, James Gunn's next Superman movie, opens in US theaters on July 9, 2027, and is now in post production. Gunn writes and directs it, and filming wrapped on August 26, 2026. Lars Eidinger is confirmed as Brainiac, and most of the Superman (2025) cast is reported to return.
Is Man of Tomorrow Coming Out? Current Status
Yes, Man of Tomorrow is coming out, and it is currently in post production. James Gunn announced the title and the July 9, 2027 date on September 3, 2025, and the date has not moved since. ABC News reported Gunn's announcement that Man of Tomorrow arrives in theaters on July 9, 2027. The Hollywood Reporter covered the announcement the same day, describing Man of Tomorrow as Gunn's follow-up to Superman (2025).
The production timeline is well documented. TheWrap reported in March 2026 that the film opens July 9, 2027 and that production would begin in spring in Atlanta. Gunn announced on April 20, 2026 that filming had begun, and Variety reported on August 27, 2026 that principal photography had wrapped. Then, on October 5, 2026, Gunn confirmed that the assembly cut was complete while the release stayed on July 9, 2027.
Is it a sequel to Superman (2025)? Reporting describes it as Gunn's follow-up to Superman (2025), and the returning cast reported by Variety supports that. If you want the earlier film first, the Superman movies in order guide shows where Superman (2025) sits.
Man of Tomorrow Cast: Confirmed and Reported
Lars Eidinger as Brainiac is the only confirmed Man of Tomorrow cast member, and Variety and TheWrap report David Corenswet, Nicholas Hoult, Rachel Brosnahan, Milly Alcock, Aaron Pierre, Xolo Maridueña and others. TheWrap reported Eidinger's casting on December 20, 2025, from Gunn's announcement.
Variety's August 27, 2026 wrap report names the rest, and those names are reported rather than confirmed. David Corenswet returns as Superman, Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane. Skyler Gisondo is Jimmy Olsen and Sara Sampaio is Eve Teschmacher. Isabela Merced is Hawkgirl, Nathan Fillion is Guy Gardner and Edi Gathegi is Mister Terrific. All of these characters appear in the Superman (2025) cast.
New names are also reported. Variety lists Milly Alcock as Kara Zor-El, the Supergirl she plays in Supergirl (2026). TheWrap reported Aaron Pierre as John Stewart on March 12, 2026, and Xolo Maridueña as Jaime Reyes, also known as Blue Beetle, on July 14, 2026. TheWrap also reported Adria Arjona on April 14, 2026, with no character named, so it is not casting news for a specific role. For Superman cast members across every era, see the dedicated cast and crew guide.
Announced cast. Confirmed means announced by the studio; reported means a trade report the studio has not confirmed.
Lars EidingerBrainiac · confirmed
David CorenswetSuperman · reported
Nicholas HoultLex Luthor · reported
Rachel BrosnahanLois Lane · reported
Skyler GisondoJimmy Olsen · reported
Sara SampaioEve Teschmacher · reported
Isabela MercedHawkgirl · reported
Nathan FillionGuy Gardner · reported
Edi GathegiMister Terrific · reported
Milly AlcockKara Zor-El · reported
Aaron PierreJohn Stewart · reported
Adria ArjonaRole not announced · reported
Xolo MaridueñaJaime Reyes / Blue Beetle · reported
Man of Tomorrow Villain and Casting Rumors
The main Man of Tomorrow casting rumor is that Adria Arjona plays Maxima, which TheWrap reported on April 14, 2026 and which remains unconfirmed. Gunn said he was "absolutely not confirming that", and DC Studios had no comment. TheWrap names Arjona without a character, so her role stays open until a studio source says otherwise.
The villain is not part of the rumor mill. Brainiac, played by Lars Eidinger, is confirmed, and Lex Luthor is also expected, with Nicholas Hoult reported in the role by Variety.
Is Jason Momoa going to be in Man of Tomorrow? Jason Momoa plays Lobo in Supergirl (2026), but no report links him to Man of Tomorrow. Any claim of his involvement is unsourced until a trade or studio announcement says otherwise.
| Claim | Status | Reported | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adria Arjona is playing Maxima. Gunn said he was 'absolutely not confirming that (and didn't)' and DC Studios had no comment. | unconfirmed | April 14, 2026 | TheWrap |
What We Know About the Next Superman Movie
The next Superman movie, Man of Tomorrow, is written and directed by James Gunn, finished filming on August 26, 2026, has Lars Eidinger confirmed as Brainiac, and opens in the US on July 9, 2027. Who is the main character? Superman, with David Corenswet reported in the role by Variety.
The schedule is the clearest part of the picture. Superman (2025) finished shooting in July 2024 and opened on July 11, 2025, about a year later. Man of Tomorrow wrapped on August 26, 2026 and targets July 9, 2027, so the gap is a little shorter. Gunn confirmed the assembly cut was complete on October 5, 2026, and in my opinion that is a comfortable position for a film with ten months to go.
The cast follows the ensemble approach of Superman (2025). Hawkgirl, Guy Gardner and Mister Terrific all come over, and adding Brainiac (confirmed), John Stewart and Jaime Reyes / Blue Beetle (both reported) widens the lineup. Milly Alcock is reported as Kara Zor-El, the role she plays in Supergirl (2026).
Gunn has not publicly explained the title. If you are catching up, the Superman (2025) page is the right place to start before July 2027.
Facts
- Man of Tomorrow has a confirmed US theatrical release date of July 9, 2027. ABC News, checked 2026-11-03
- James Gunn directs Man of Tomorrow. Variety, checked 2026-11-03
- James Gunn also writes Man of Tomorrow. Variety, checked 2026-11-03
- Filming on Man of Tomorrow began on April 20, 2026. Variety, checked 2026-11-03
- Variety reported on August 27, 2026 that principal photography on Man of Tomorrow had wrapped. Variety, checked 2026-11-03
- James Gunn confirmed on October 5, 2026 that the Man of Tomorrow assembly cut was complete. Variety, checked 2026-11-03
- Lars Eidinger is confirmed as Brainiac in Man of Tomorrow. TheWrap, checked 2026-11-03
FAQs
Is Man of Tomorrow a sequel to Superman (2025)?
Reporting describes Man of Tomorrow as James Gunn's follow-up to Superman (2025), and many of the Superman (2025) cast are reported to return, including David Corenswet, Nicholas Hoult and Rachel Brosnahan.
Is Man of Tomorrow coming out?
Yes. Man of Tomorrow is set for US theaters on July 9, 2027. Filming wrapped on August 26, 2026, and Gunn confirmed on October 5, 2026 that the assembly cut was complete.
Who is the villain in Man of Tomorrow?
Brainiac, played by Lars Eidinger (confirmed), is the villain of Man of Tomorrow, according to TheWrap. Nicholas Hoult is reported as Lex Luthor.
Is Jason Momoa going to be in Man of Tomorrow?
Jason Momoa plays Lobo in Supergirl (2026), but no report links him to Man of Tomorrow.
Who will be the main character in Man of Tomorrow?
Superman is the lead, and Variety reports that David Corenswet is returning in the role.
When is the next Superman movie coming out?
Man of Tomorrow, the next Superman movie, opens in US theaters on July 9, 2027; UK and Australian dates have not been announced.
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