Ultraman, one of the villains inSuperman, can be glimpsed in the films teaser trailer.
One neednt “look up in the sky” to catch a first look at DC Studios brand-newSupermanfilm.
Warner Bros. released the movies initial trailer to the public on Thursday, December 19.
The villain in question is heavily speculated to be Ultraman.
The rumor mill has additionally suggestedthat Ultraman serves asSupermans secret main antagonist.
In the pages of DC Comics, several characters have worn the mantle of Ultraman.
Traditionally, Ultraman originates on Earth-3.
In his home universe, he is the leader of the Crime Syndicate, the Justice Leagues malevolent counterpart.
The baddie was first introduced in the comics in 1964’sJustice League of America#29.
A very specific version of Ultraman was adapted inSmallville’s final season.
Ultraman also has a handful of animated appearances under his belt.
Its quite unlikely that the Ultraman that director James Gunn used inSupermanis from another Earth.
It feels a bit too early to incorporate multiversal storylines into the fledgling DCU.
Nevertheless, Ultraman is indeed in the film, and he means business.
Set photos have revealed Superman getting arrested, with Frank Grillos Rick Flag Sr. and Ultraman standing nearby.
It is not yet known why Clark has been apprehended, however.
This means that lead David Corenswet would play both characters.
TurningSupermanevil seems to be a hugely popular plotline among DC creatives.
But corrupted takes on the character also have a very fair share of enthusiasts.
DC Studios’Supermanarrives in theaters on July 11, 2025.
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