Superman (2025) Review — Is James Gunn's reboot worth watching?

Directed by James Gunn · 2025 · Updated September 25, 2026

Short answer

Is Superman (2025) worth watching?

Yes. Superman (2025) earns a 74% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audiences (90%) responded more warmly than critics (83%). See the 4 inputs.

74%

Celluloid Score Recommended

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83% Editorial Rating

90% Audience snapshot · excluded

68 Metascore

★★★½☆ Letterboxd 3.6

7.2 IMDb /10

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Released: Jul 11, 2025
Runtime: 2h 9m
Age rating: PG-13 (US) · 12A (UK) · U/A 13+ (India) · 13+ (Indonesia) · M (Australia)
Cast: David Corenswet , Rachel Brosnahan , Nicholas Hoult , Edi Gathegi , Anthony Carrigan , Isabela Merced
Streaming: Prime Video, HBO Max
Country: United States
Language: English

Also known as सुपरमैन スーパーマン 슈퍼맨 超人 ซูเปอร์แมน سوبرمان

Official theatrical poster for Superman (2025)

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Where to watch

Prime Video
HBO Max

Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home

Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home

Where to watch Superman by country

Country	Streaming on
India	Disney+ Hotstar
Indonesia	HBO Max
Japan	Hulu, U-NEXT
Malaysia	HBO Max
Pakistan	HBO Max
Philippines	HBO Max
Thailand	HBO Max
Turkey	TV+, HBO Max
United Kingdom	HBO Max, Sky Cinema
United States	Prime Video, HBO Max

Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.

Why this score?

Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (83/100).
Audiences widely enjoyed it (90%).
Metascore is generally favorable (68/100).
Celluloid Score 74% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

Fans of Action

Not ideal for

Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films

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Is Superman worth watching?

Yes — Superman earns a 74% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits fans of Action, but viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films may want to skip it. Read our full review (4/5).

Celluloid verdict

Pulling off the heroic feat of fleshing out a dynamic new world while putting its champion's big, beating heart front and center, this Superman flies high as a Man of Tomorrow grounded in the here and now.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor

Audiences (90%) responded more warmly than critics (83%).

What is Superman about?

When Superman's actions abroad and at home draw public scrutiny, Lex Luthor exploits the backlash to turn the world against the Man of Steel. Lois Lane and Krypto must help Clark remember that kindness — not cynicism — is still his greatest power.

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Critic Reviews

Short review 4 min read English Superman

Superman (2025) Review: Kindness as a Superpower

★★★★☆ 4/5

Superman is James Gunn's bright, big-hearted reboot of the Man of Steel, with David Corenswet as a sincere Clark Kent in a crowded but joyful new DC universe.

Yes. It is the most purely likeable DC film in years, ideal for families and superhero fans, though its packed story and busy climax take some shine off.

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Superman: frequently asked questions

Is Superman (2025) worth watching?

Yes. Superman (2025) has a Celluloid Score of 74%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

Where can I watch Superman?

In the United States, Superman streams on Prime Video, HBO Max with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Disney+ Hotstar in India; HBO Max in Indonesia; Hulu, U-NEXT in Japan; HBO Max in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

How long is Superman?

Superman runs 2 hours 9 minutes (129 minutes).

What is Superman rated?

Superman is rated PG-13 in the United States, 12A in the UK, U/A 13+ in India, 13+ in Indonesia and M in Australia. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

Who stars in Superman?

Superman is directed by James Gunn and stars David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan, Nicholas Hoult, Edi Gathegi, Anthony Carrigan.

Does Superman have a post-credits scene?

Yes. TMDB records an extra scene both during and after the credits, so it is worth staying until the end.

What is the Metascore for Superman?

Metacritic's Metascore for Superman is 68 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.