James Gunn's upcoming DCU Superman film is officially titled "Superman: Man of Tomorrow," a name that dates back to the character's early publication in 1939. This title, first used in New York World's Fair Comics #1, highlights Superman's optimistic side and his representation of a brighter future, rather than his strength ("Man of Steel") or refugee status ("Last Son of Krypton"). [1]The article suggests that this emphasis on "tomorrow" indicates that Gunn's film will lean into optimistic, sci-fi themes, potentially involving Brainiac as a villain and a team-up with Lex Luthor, as well as the possible inclusion of Supergirl and Krypto. [1]The title also appeared in a 1990s comic series, Superman: The Man of Tomorrow, which provided weekly Superman content.J[1]ames Gunn's upcoming DCU Superman film has been officially titled "Superman: Man of Tomorrow," a name that first appeared in New York World's Fair Comics #1 in 1939, just a year after Superman's debut. [1]This title emphasizes Superman's optimistic side and his role as a symbol of a brighter future, contrasting with "Man of Steel" or "Last Son of Krypton." [1]The article suggests that this choice indicates Gunn's film will likely explore optimistic, sci-fi themes. [1]The title also alludes to a 1990s comic series, Superman: The Man of Tomorrow, and the article speculates on potential plot points such as Brainiac as a villain, a team-up between Superman and Lex Luthor, and the inclusion of Supergirl and Krypto.

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