January 12, 2025 5:11 pm

James Gunn's 'Superman' Action Scenes Were Inspired By 'Top Gun: Maverick'
James Gunn's 'Superman' Action Scenes Were Inspired By 'Top Gun: Maverick'

James Gunn’s ‘Superman’ Action Scenes Were Inspired By ‘Top Gun: Maverick’

With the first trailer for James Gunn’s Superman on the way, multiple entertainment websites have released reports of their visit to the Cleveland Set of the film in June of last year. Gunn talked to reporters in between filming to discuss various aspects of the highly-anticipated film, which will be the first under the new DC Studios banner. From the characterization of Clark Kent and Superman to fun tidbits about the supporting cast of characters, the Superman director had plenty to talk about.

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​’Superman’ features plenty of midair action sequences, and James Gunn took a page from Maverick’s book to create them. Read More