In October 2022, actor Henry Cavill publicly announced his return as Superman, sparking widespread excitement among DC fans worldwide. The news came after a surprise cameo in Black Adam and was widely interpreted as confirmation of his reinstatement in the role.

James Gunn’s “Superman” showed staying power in its second weekend at North American box offices, collecting $57.3 million in ticket sales and remaining the No. 1 movie in cinemas, according to studio...