Let’s take a look at how the previous “Man of Steel” films were received by critics, now that a new Superman movie directed by James Gunn is set to hit theaters.
George Reeves initially portrayed Superman on the silver screen, donning the cape and embodying the DC Comics character in the 1951 film “Superman and the Underground Men.
Ever since then, I’ve been captivated by the Christopher Reeve era that revolutionized the superhero genre with massive budgets and star-studded casts. However, it seemed that the returns on these films gradually decreased over time.
Brandon Routh briefly reprised his role, whereas Henry Cavill’s Superman career had some pauses, until the DCEU transformed into the DCU. Here’s a comparison based on general critical reception.
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Ranking the Superman movies by Rotten Tomatoes score
In 1951, the movie featuring Superman and the Mole Men premiered, which unfortunately means it lacks a Rotten Tomatoes rating. However, since then, we have assessed and ranked the subsequent seven films from top to bottom in terms of quality.
- Superman II: 88%
- Superman (1978): 86%
- Superman Returns: 73%
- Man of Steel: 57%
- Superman III: 29%
- Batman v Superman – Dawn of Justice: 28%
- Superman IV – The Quest For Peace: 14%
We’ll add new entries to the list as soon as reviews for James Gunn’s Superman come out today (July 8). So far, responses on social media seem favorable, suggesting a promising RT (Rotten Tomatoes) rating ahead.
A reviewer stated: “James Gunn’s Superman was an absolute delight for me! Large ideas, yet brimming with pure joy. It left me feeling fantastic (not something that happens frequently these days); it’s been the most enjoyable cinema experience I’ve had since Top Gun: Maverick.
Superman flies high! A fantastic accomplishment and reassuring comfort, paying tribute to past portrayals (movies and comics) while blazing its own trail. Corenswet exudes heroism. Hoult is charmingly wicked. Brosnahan oozes energy and zest. Krypto is adorable.
In another post, someone said: “Boy, I really enjoyed this! The long movie by James Gunn feels like a comic book page brought to life in an unashamedly goofy, heartfelt, and deliberately cheesy way. By the end, it left me with a huge, silly grin.
Starting from July 11, 2025, Superman takes flight! Until then, explore how Star Wars and Game of Thrones shaped this film, learn about a deleted scene, and stay updated with our 2025 movie calendar for the latest releases.
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