The most anticipated movie of 2025, according to IMDb, has been revealed, and it’s excellent news for James Gunn.
The popular movie and television site has crowned the Superman reboot—set to kickstart the DCU—as the most eagerly awaited film of the year.
“IMDb fans are counting down the days until James Gunn’s Superman kicks off the first of five planned films in his ‘Gods and Monsters’ arc as part of the DC Universe reboot.
The first teaser gave us a taste of an already superhero-filled world with glimpses of Hawkgirl, Mister Terrific, Green Lantern, and the hero we’re most excited for, Krypto the (goodest boy) Superdog.
Shifting a bit from Snyder’s darker take on the Kryptonian, Gunn is promising ‘a Superman who is about kindness, love and compassion…the best of humanity, even though he is an alien from outer space.’ We can definitely get behind that.”
Fans are buzzing with anticipation to see what the Guardians of the Galaxy director brings to the Man of Steel. IMDb highlights the introduction of a live-action Krypto the Superdog in the teaser trailer as a standout move, adding even more excitement to the film.
This Superman reboot will be DC Studios’ first major feature to hit theaters, aiming to combine “epic action, humor, and heart” while presenting a Superman driven by compassion and a belief in humanity’s inherent goodness. The movie is set to soar into theaters worldwide this summer.
Who’s Starring in Superman?
The film stars David Corenswet (Twisters, Hollywood) as Superman/Clark Kent, Rachel Brosnahan (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel) as Lois Lane, and Nicholas Hoult (the X-Men movies, Juror #2) as Lex Luthor.
The ensemble cast also includes Edi Gathegi (For All Mankind), Anthony Carrigan (Barry, Gotham), Nathan Fillion (The Rookie, The Suicide Squad), Isabela Merced (Alien: Romulus), Skyler Gisondo (Licorice Pizza, Booksmart), Sara Sampaio (At Midnight), María Gabriela de Faría (The Moodys), Wendell Pierce (Selma, Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan), Alan Tudyk (Andor), Pruitt Taylor Vince (Bird Box), and Neva Howell (Greedy People).
What Other Movies Made the 2025 Most Anticipated List?
Following Superman at #1, IMDb’s list of the most anticipated movies for 2025 continues with a mix of sequels, reboots, and adaptations:
- 2: 28 Years Later – The long-awaited sequel to the post-apocalyptic horror franchise.
- 3: The Fantastic Four: First Steps – The MCU reboot of the beloved superhero family.
- 4: How to Train Your Dragon – A live-action remake of the animated classic.
- 5: Thunderbolts – Another team-up movie from the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
- 6: Captain America: Brave New World – Continuing the MCU dominance on the list.
- 7: Snow White – Disney’s live-action remake of the animated classic, already drawing heavy criticism.
- 8: Jurassic World Rebirth – The latest dinosaur sequel in the blockbuster franchise.
- 9: A Minecraft Movie – A video game adaptation starring Jack Black and Jason Momoa.
- 10: Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning – The finale to Tom Cruise’s iconic action franchise.
While 2025’s slate is filled with sequels, remakes, and comic book films, it’s shaping up to be a thrilling year for blockbuster cinema. Fans may feel some existential dread at the sheer volume of franchise films, but there’s no denying the excitement surrounding these major releases.