AceShowbiz - James Gunn has clarified a significant plot point about Superman as the sequel Man of Tomorrow approaches its release, Superherohype reports. The follow-up to the 2025 DCU film starring David Corenswet as Clark Kent will see Superman and Lex Luthor set aside their rivalry to confront a new threat, with Gunn addressing fan questions about the characters' dynamics and the storyline.

Superherohype revealed that Man of Tomorrow will feature the first live-action appearance of Brainiac, prompting an alliance between Superman and Lex Luthor. Yahoo adds that Gunn dispelled a popular fan theory suggesting Lex Luthor knew Superman’s secret identity; instead, Gunn explained that Luthor perceives Superman strictly as an alien and does not suspect Clark Kent’s dual identity. Furthermore, Gunn confirmed the existence of Hypno-Glasses in the DC Universe, which help Superman maintain his separate personas. Thedirect also notes that Gunn highlighted Kryptonite and magic as Superman’s primary vulnerabilities, emphasizing that these weaknesses will be more prominent in the new films than in previous adaptations.

James Gunn is known for his hands-on approach to the DC Universe, having directed the 2025 Superman movie that launched DC Studios’ Chapter 1: Gods and Monsters slate. David Corenswet’s portrayal of Superman is central to this new continuity, with Gunn actively engaging fans on platforms like Threads to share insights and respond to theories. AceShowbiz has previously covered Gunn’s updates and clarifications regarding the DCU, including his efforts to distinguish this universe from the Snyderverse.

This clarification matters because it deepens fan understanding of the evolving relationship between Superman and Lex Luthor in the DCU, setting expectations for Man of Tomorrow’s narrative direction. By confirming Luthor’s ignorance of Clark Kent’s identity and underscoring Superman’s weaknesses, Gunn provides a clearer picture of the character’s vulnerabilities and alliances, which are likely to shape the stakes of the upcoming film scheduled for release on July 9, 2027.

This article is based on reporting originally published by Superherohype.