Superman crosses $600M worldwide to lead 2025 superhero releases

James Gunn's Superman has crossed the $600 million mark at the global box office, emerging as the topperforming superhero release of 2025 while underscoring broader changes in how studios balance theatrical runs, early home releases and franchise planning. The film, which opened on July 11, has earned roughly $346.9 million domestically and about $257.5 million internationally for a worldwide total near $604.5 million. Its production budget is reported at about $225 million, with additional marketing costs not included in that figure.

The movie’s early digital availability and forthcoming home entertainment schedule have become focal points for analysts and fans. The film was made available for digital rental and purchase on August 15, a relatively quick premium video on demand release that director James Gunn has said was motivated by scheduling for the HBO Max series Peacemaker Season 2. Gunn said the timing was not about box office performance but intended to allow viewers to watch Superman at home before Peacemaker returns on August 21, because the series continues threads introduced in the film. He also described the box office milestone as a source of relief, saying its...