Lanterns, the upcoming superhero television series for HBO Max, has quickly become a flashpoint among DC fans. Many were already concerned after the R-rated trailer suggested a grounded tone. Comments from writer and producer Damon Lindelof sparked further backlash. Now, star Nathan Fillion and head of DC Studios James Gunn have come out in his support.
For a film that’s supposed to save DC’s cinematic future, a new plot leak for James Gunn’s Superman is already doing something dangerous—alienating the very people it needs to win back.
If there’s one movie Warner Bros. Discovery needs to be a hit in 2025, it’s James Gunn’s Superman. And after years of cinematic misfires, inconsistent tone, and box office bombs, the question now isn’t just whether this reboot will be good—it’s whether it can save an entire franchise from total collapse.
The conversation surrounding James Gunn’s Superman continues to be a rollercoaster, as fresh rumors suggest the film may not be shaping up as well as Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) and DC Studios had hoped. A recent report from insider Jeff Sneider has reignited concerns, hinting that the film’s internal reception after several Superman test screenings remains troubling.