“An anti-American feeling”: James Gunn comments on Superman’s figures at the box office

Superman it is less well at an international level than in the United States

Written and directed by James Gunn, the new Superman It has been visible in the French rooms from 9 July. He got excellent scores for his first weekend in the North American rooms, where he collected $ 122 million. On the other hand, Its international results were much lower. ON 79 territorieshe collected “only” $ 95 million.

As mentioned when we reported these figures, the superhero created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster has always been seen as a more popular character in the United States than abroad. But James Gunn has another explanation to justify the relative failure Superman at the international box office.

James Gunn evokes the global geopolitical context

During an interview with Rolling StonesJames Gunn was asked about the mixed welcome of Superman internationally. To explain this, the director highlighted the fact that the character is not as popular as other superheroes in some places in the globe. But according to him, The current global geopolitical context is also an obstacle to the success of his film :::

Superman is not well known in some places. He was not a superhero well known as Batman. It affects things. And there is an anti-American sensation all over the world at the moment. It doesn’t really help us.

James Gunn on the first page of Rolling Stone pic.twitter.com/lvsqdd8d9e

– short dcu (@dcubrief) June 16, 2025

Despite everything, James Gunn wants to be positive. He says “Word of mouth is very positive both in the United States and in any other part” As for his film. And describes the welcome of his film how to be “A total victory”.

A launch despite everything that is successful

James Gunn can be reassured for the mainly positive reception of Superman. Because the film brought the responsibility of successfully launch the new DC universe. A mission that is successfully.

Now, James Gunn can turn more peacefully towards the future. The next two films of the new DC universe will be Supergirl e Clay. In France, the first will be released in the cinema June 24, 2026and the second September 9th of the same year. And among his future projects, James Gunn made fun of a few weeks ago an unconventional suite of Superman.

Source: Cine Serie

Ray

Ray Ortiz is a journalist at Gossipify, known for his coverage of trending news and current events. He is committed to providing readers with accurate and unbiased reporting, and is respected for his ability to keep readers informed on the latest news and issues.