The clues are condensed …
James Gunn gave the first point of view of Superman’s next opponent. After villains such as Lex Luthor, Doomsday or General Zod, Brainiac could occur for the first time in the upcoming film “Superman 2: Man of Tomorrow” on the big screen.
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Brainiac as an antagonist: Overview of the hints
Gunn, who has already directed the current “Superman” strip, will also bring the sequel to the cinema, which is said to be shown from July 2027. On his social media channels, the filmmaker shared the cover picture of the script, on which an anatomical sketch of a human head can be seen with a visible brain. For fans, this is a clear reference to Brainiac, whose name is composed of the words “Brain” (brain) and “Maniac” (insane). Here Can you look at the picture.
Superman and Lex Luthor have to work together
James Gunn previously indicated in an interview with Howard Stern for “Siriusxm” that Superman (played by David Corenswet) and Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult) would have to work together. Apparently an even greater threat forces the arch enemies to cooperate.
Brainiac as a powerful DC-Widersacher
So why not Brainiac as a reason? It is considered one of Superman’s most dangerous opponents in the DC comics. The Cyborg from the planet Colu is obsessed with gathering knowledge and shrinking entire cities to miniature size. This also includes the cryptonic city of Kandor, which is preserved from the destruction of her home planet.
In the past, Brainiac has already been seen in several animated DC productions and in series such as “Smallville”, “Krypton” and “Superman & Lois”. In the comics, the adversary is characterized above all by his superior intellect and his strategic cleverness.
First concept drawings for Lex Luthor
The “Superman” sequel should also further expand the well-known dynamic between Superman and Luthor. As “The Direct” reports, the first concept drawings suggest that Luthor could again wear his high-tech armor. How exactly the alliance between the arch enemies will look in the film remains a secret until the theatrical release. “Superman 2: Man of Tomorrow” starts on July 8, 2027 in German cinemas