Superman Soars Past Expectations with Estimated $130 Million Opening Weekend

The new Superman movie is expected to gross nearly $130 million domestically for the weekend, surpassing early estimates of around $90 million. The film has been well-received by audiences and critics, with an 82% score on Rotten Tomatoes and 95% on the site's Popcornmeter. The movie's PG-13 rating and optimistic tone may appeal to families and comic book fans. The success of the film could boost the DC Comics franchise, which has struggled compared to Marvel's success.

The latest reboot of the iconic Superman franchise, directed by James Gunn, is set to deliver a robust opening weekend at the box office. According to Deadline, the film is projected to gross $115 million domestically, surpassing early estimates of around $90 million [1]. This performance places the film on track to become the first superhero movie to cross $100 million in its North American opening since Marvel Studios' Deadpool & Wolverine in 2024 [2].

The film, which stars David Corenswet as the new Man of Steel, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, has been well-received by both audiences and critics. It holds an 82% score on Rotten Tomatoes, with a 94% audience score, indicating strong positive word of mouth [2]. The PG-13 rating and optimistic tone of the film may appeal to a broad audience, including families and comic book enthusiasts.

Superman's success could significantly boost the DC Comics franchise, which has historically lagged behind Marvel in terms of box office performance. The film's strong opening weekend could set a precedent for future DC Studios releases, potentially revitalizing the franchise's market presence.

Other notable releases this weekend include Jurassic World Rebirth and F1: The Movie. Jurassic World Rebirth is projected to drop 60% from its opening weekend take of $92 million, while F1: The Movie is expected to earn $10.7 million in its third weekend [1]. The success of these films, along with the strong performance of Superman, underscores the resilience of the movie industry in the post-pandemic era.

References:
[1] https://www.forbes.com/sites/timlammers/2025/07/11/box-office-superman-flying-toward-115-million-opening-weekend/
[2] https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/superman-box-office-opening-1236312672/