The first official trailer for Superman 2025 has finally arrived, and it’s packed with major reveals, teases, and surprises.
This film, directed by James Gunn, reboots the DC Universe (DCU) with a fresh take on Clark Kent, Lois Lane, and the world of Metropolis.
Unlike Zack Snyder’s darker interpretation, Gunn’s Superman embraces hope, classic heroism, and a brighter aesthetic, while still introducing high-stakes threats.
Table of Contents
- Official trailer
- Confirmed villains and major antagonists
- Full breakdown of DCU easter eggs in the Superman trailer
Superman 2025 official trailer
Take a look at the official trailer of Superman 2025 below:
David Corenswet’s Superman
The trailer opens with a young Clark Kent (David Corenswet) in Smallville. Unlike Henry Cavill’s brooding take, Corenswet embodies a more optimistic, Reeve-inspired Superman, rocking the Classic Suit with a bright blue and red tone, no armor plating, and a textured fabric design.
The “S” shield is slightly smaller, evoking the Fleischer cartoons. Coming to his powers, we got to see Heat vision, super-speed, and flight, including a breathtaking shot of Superman hovering over Metropolis at sunset.
Rachel Brosnahan’s Lois Lane
Rachel Brosnahan’s Lois is a fast-talking, fearless reporter who instantly clashes with Clark, interviewing him about the current situation with the President and the world.
Investigating LexCorp, Lois uncovers a shady project involving metahuman experimentation, linking to Waller’s Amanda Waller (from Peacemaker).
Confirmed villains and major antagonists
Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult)
Hoult’s Lex is young, arrogant, and tech-driven, more Elon Musk than Gene Hackman.
He funds Project: Metallo, turning a dying soldier into a Kryptonite-powered cyborg (hidden in trailer machinery shots).
The Engineer (AKA Angela Spica – María Gabriela de Faría)
A member of The Authority, she appears in a lab, modifying her liquid metal body. Her presence confirms that The Authority is the film’s secondary antagonist, setting up their own movie.
Full breakdown of DCU easter eggs in the Superman trailer
The new Superman (2025) trailer is packed with DC Universe (DCU) connections, teases for future films, and deep-cut comic book references. Let’s dive into every major Easter egg and what it means for the franchise.
Superman’s Arrest: Rick Flag Sr., Ultraman, and The Engineer
Rick Flag Sr. is the head of ARGUS, the U.S. government’s metahuman oversight agency. He’s the father of Rick Flag Jr. (who died in The Suicide Squad), and after leading the Creature Commandos, he’s now arresting Superman.
The Engineer (from The Authority) appears, working with Lex Luthor. Her body is made of nanites, letting her shapeshift into weapons.
Metamorpho and the Meta-Human Prison
Metamorpho, a hero who can transform his body into any element, is locked up with Superman, possibly using Kryptonite against him.
The purple-armored soldiers are likely under Lex Luthor’s control, enforcing the prison.
The Corporate Justice League – Green Lantern, Hawkgirl, Mr. Terrific
A corporate-sponsored superhero team (backed by Maxwell Lord’s Lordtech) argues that governments and corporations should regulate superheroes. Sean Gunn’s Maxwell Lord (seen in Peacemaker) is assembling this team post-Superman.
The Lordtech logo is everywhere, Superman flies over their building, fights at Lordtech Field, and Lois uses a Lordtech mic.
International Conflict – The Hammer of Boravia
Superman stops a war in Boravia, but a newspaper hints it caused chaos in Metropolis. The Hammer of Boravia (a mech-suited villain) may be tied to this conflict.
Lex Luthor’s Creations – The Kaiju and more
Superman battles a giant Kaiju, likely created by Lex (toy leaks show it oozes slime). Eve Teschmacher (Lex’s girlfriend from the 1978 film) returns, played by Sara Sampaio.
Deep-cut DC references
- Big Belly Burger (DC’s answer to McDonald’s) appears in ads and stadiums.
- Metropolis streets are named after comic legends (Mark Waid, Alan Moore).
- Chocos (DC’s Oreos) get their HQ attacked—Martian Manhunter’s favorite snack!
- Jitters Coffee (from Peacemaker) links the universe—Clark sips from their cup.
- The Mighty Crabjoys, a fictional band, appear on posters (also seen in Creature Commandos).
Daily Planet and final battle teases
- Cat Grant (Mikaela Hoover) takes selfies during the chaos, classic gossip columnist behavior.
- Green Lantern’s shield construct hints he’ll help in the final fight.
- A pocket dimension (floating objects in a dark space) may play a role, similar to Peacemaker’s multiverse scene.
This Superman trailer isn’t just setting up one movie, it’s laying the foundation for the entire DCU, from The Authority to Green Lantern and beyond. The movie hits the theaters and IMAX on July 11, 2025.
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