Overview
- James Gunn, who shared a set photo Monday, confirmed cameras are rolling and teased Lex Luthor in Van Kull prison plus a clapperboard logo that blends Superman’s crest with Brainiac’s design.
- Fresh on-location images show the building standing in for Van Kull Maximum Security Prison, matching the Peacemaker Season 2 thread that moved Luthor there from Belle Reve.
- Frank Grillo said Tuesday he is starting his scenes as Rick Flag Sr., reinforcing earlier hints that his character plays a larger part in the sequel.
- Gunn has said the story pairs Superman with Lex Luthor to face a larger foe in Brainiac, introducing the classic Krypton-linked villain to the new DCU with Lars Eidinger in the role.
- Warner Bros. has dated the film for July 9, 2027, with David Corenswet and Nicholas Hoult returning and Variety reporting Adria Arjona has joined as Maxima alongside other key cast holdovers.