SnyderVerse & Henry Cavill Fans Slam New DCU Superman Suit

Recently leaked photos have given us our first good look at the latest Superman costume, worn by David Corenswet while filming the new DCU reboot directed by James Gunn. The reactions from us and other moviegoers have been mixed, with opinions ranging widely on social media.

Starting with the good stuff, some of us really like that the new suit isn’t about showing off muscles but it’s clear that David is still a big guy. Someone said on X/Twitter, ‘David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan look amazing on the SUPERMAN set. Perfect casting!’ It’s clear that many think the new suit is a great modern take on the classic design that’s been loved in the comics and by Christopher Reeve in the 1978 film. Some fans have even called the new design ‘perfection.’

However, not everyone is happy, especially long-time fans of Henry Cavill and the SnyderVerse. They’ve been quite vocal about their disappointment. One fan even compared the new suit to a ‘Halloween costume’ and called it a ‘huge downgrade’ from what we saw with Henry Cavill. There’s a strong feeling of a missed opportunity among these fans.

Never thought I'd say it, but the CW made a better Superman suit https://t.co/ifJil6ynkW pic.twitter.com/mqUM3948Cc

— Brandon Ramirez (@bran_ram) June 24, 2024

That New #Superman Suit is getting SLAUGHTERED on IG 😭😭😭😭 pic.twitter.com/1220jrhjsi

— Jay 🇯🇲🎋🥀 (@JayTTheMan15) June 25, 2024

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— David Zapata J (@davidelessar) June 25, 2024

The #Superman suit is exactly what I said it was going to be. James Gunn has ONE approach to superhero costumes: Just make a cheap rubber suit and paint it like it looks in the comics. Everything else is the boring MCU approach.

Not interested. Henry Cavill is my Superman. pic.twitter.com/35dudTVew1

— Grimm's Edge by Andy Grail (@AndyGrail) June 24, 2024

I just don’t understand what happened it HAS to be budget there’s no way lol

— Ryan (@RyanPlatts) June 24, 2024

I love & support David Corenswet’s casting as the Superman but I am super disappointed in the suit.

This is such a massive downgrade from Henry Cavill’s Superman. What a missed opportunity.

Hoping they fix this in post. pic.twitter.com/9rDi3DywnT

— Jesabel (@JesabelRaay) June 24, 2024

fortnite lookin ass suit lmfao and i’m not even a snyder fan hater

— wasabi master (@wasabimaster316) June 25, 2024

The new movie, written and directed by James Gunn, aims to blend Superman’s Kryptonian background with his upbringing as Clark Kent from Smallville, Kansas. The film emphasizes traditional values like truth, justice, and kindness in a world where these ideals can often seem dated.

The cast for this reboot includes not just Corenswet and Brosnahan, but also Nathan Fillion as Green Lantern, Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, and Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, among others. It’s a fresh start for the DCU, with the new Superman film setting the stage for upcoming projects like Batman: The Brave and the Bold and a Wonder Woman prequel series.

The film is set to hit theaters on July 11, 2025. It seems we’re in for quite a journey with this new portrayal of the beloved superhero. Whether you love or hate the new suit, it’s definitely starting conversations. What do you think about it?

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