James Gunn is gearing up to reveal the first trailer for his much-anticipated Superman film later this week. While we’re holding our breath for that, at least we have something to tide us over: the main theme from the movie. Gunn, who wears the hat of co-CEO of DC Studios, is at a pivotal moment. The direction he chooses for the new DC Universe could either be a game-changer or cause the franchise to rethink its ambitious connected universe dreams.
This Thursday, fans will finally get a glimpse of Gunn’s Superman through a teaser trailer. It marks a fresh chapter for the live-action DC films, though it’s worth mentioning that his animated series, Creature Commandos, already kicked off this new era.
To sweeten the wait, Gunn shared a snippet of the film’s theme on his Twitter. Accompanying this audio is a moving visual of David Corenswet’s Superman soaring into the sky. The music evokes a sense of nostalgia, echoing tones from the iconic 1978 Superman film directed by Richard Donner, with its unforgettable score by John Williams.
The maestro behind this new theme is John Murphy, a composer with a storied career. Some of his notable works include scores for films like 28 Days Later, Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, and The Suicide Squad, which was also helmed by Gunn. This Superman movie marks the third collaboration between Gunn and Murphy, following their work on Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.
Once you’ve soaked in the teaser trailer this week, you’ll need a bit of patience. The full Superman film is slated for release on July 11 next year. Hang in there—it’ll be worth the wait!
