"The DC Universe Will Never Be the Same": James Gunn's Superman Will Help Overhaul Comics in 1 Big Way

With James Gunn’s Superman movie just around the corner, hype for the Man of Steel is reaching a fever pitch, especially with DC announcing that, with its projects underway, “The DC Universe will never be the same.” This new era is also teased as the perfect time for new fans to jump right into the comic publisher’s action-packed narratives.

... fans will see Superman at his weakest at a time when the world needs him to be at his strongest...

DC recently took to their official Instagram page to share a reel teasing all the excitement for Superman, kicking off with the bold proclamation, “It’s a new day for the Man of Steel, and the DC Universe will never be the same.”

The reel then transitions to writer Dan Slott, who mentions Gunn’s Superman movie releasing on July 11, 2025, and how this highly anticipated film nearly coincides with the debut of Superman Unlimited, a brand new series spearheaded by Slott and artist Rafael Albuquerque. With these releases, DC confirms that both Gunn and Slott are launching a new era for the Man of Steel, one that even brand-new fans can jump right into.

Wanting to Read Comics or Superman for the First Time? DC Has the Answer

Cover F Dan Mora James Gunn Cameo Variant for Superman Unlimited #1 (2025)

One of the most daunting things about DC Comics is that, with a nearly 90-year legacy, it can be hard to know where to jump in, especially when it comes to characters like Wonder Woman, Batman, and Superman, who have over eight decades of comic book history. With so many titles, it can feel overwhelming, particularly since ongoing runs often require background knowledge to fully understand and appreciate. However, this is where Slott’s Superman Unlimited series comes in, kicking off a new era for DC. Slott promises his book will be a perfect starting point for readers.

Slott discusses Superman Unlimited in relation to the Superman movie, noting how they are releasing within months of each other. He explains that if fans leave the theater thinking, “Oh my god, I must read Superman,” then his Man of Steel-centric comic will be the perfect book to pick up. Slott promises that this is the type of story where, even if you have “never read a comic book” in your life, you can dive in without any prior reading or knowledge and still thoroughly enjoy it. Readers will get to know Superman in an entirely new way with this series.

Superman Unlimited Announced, Marking One of DC's Biggest Series in Ages

The Summer of Superman kicks off with a bang as Dan Slott and Rafael Albuquerque unite for Superman Unlimited, a story that ushers in a bold, new era.

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What Can Fans Expect from the Most Anticipated Superman Story of the Year?

Cover E Sebastián Fiumara Variant for Superman Unlimited #1 (2025)

James Gunn’s movie-verse is officially kicking off with Superman, and through this new era, a path has also been paved for the comics to follow with a fresh beginning, something fans will find in Superman Unlimited. A whole new story begins when a Kryptonite asteroid showers Earth in the radioactive rock, flooding the streets and equipping both supervillains and common criminals with the Man of Steel’s greatest weakness. This development will coincide with a rising threat “that will change the world like never before.” As a result, fans will see Superman at his weakest at a time when the world needs him to be at his strongest, setting a new status quo for what readers can expect from the Man of Steel.