Earlier this week, a list of action figures for the upcoming McFarlane Toys Superman line was leaked online, seemingly confirming that David Corenswet's Man of Steel will indeed face-off against Ultraman in the movie.
This powerful villain's involvement was first rumored by scooper Mttsh, and some set photos of Supes doing battle with a masked individual with a big "U" on his chest appeared to leave little doubt.
Gunn has previously weighed in on the rumor, and while some took his comments (see below) to mean that Ultraman will not appear, he clearly chose his wording very carefully.
“The primary protagonist of Superman is, shockingly, Superman. The main villain of Superman is, shockingly, Lex Luthor. I don’t know where all the stuff is coming from that it’s something other than this. There are so many stories coming out every day it’s difficult to deal with and...
This powerful villain's involvement was first rumored by scooper Mttsh, and some set photos of Supes doing battle with a masked individual with a big "U" on his chest appeared to leave little doubt.
Gunn has previously weighed in on the rumor, and while some took his comments (see below) to mean that Ultraman will not appear, he clearly chose his wording very carefully.
“The primary protagonist of Superman is, shockingly, Superman. The main villain of Superman is, shockingly, Lex Luthor. I don’t know where all the stuff is coming from that it’s something other than this. There are so many stories coming out every day it’s difficult to deal with and...
- 10/27/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Next summer is going to be the summer of Superman, as Dcu’s first live-action project, Superman, is set to release. We know a lot about the production since we followed the filming in Georgia and Ohio. Set images and videos showed a mysterious villain, and fans debated whether it was Ulysses or Ultraman.
Ultraman was hinted as the movie’s villain about six months ago, but James Gunn quickly denied this rumor, stating that the main villain of the movie is Lex Luthor.
A recently leaked listing from McFarlane Toys for the upcoming movie has revealed the true identity of the villain, and if you guessed that the villain is Ultraman, you’re right!
Ultraman confirmed via a new toy listing for the Superman film. So it's confirmed it's Ultraman and not Ulysses pic.twitter.com/owNnPywYj2
— Daniel Richtman (@DanielRPK) October 26, 2024
This list includes a variety of items, such...
Ultraman was hinted as the movie’s villain about six months ago, but James Gunn quickly denied this rumor, stating that the main villain of the movie is Lex Luthor.
A recently leaked listing from McFarlane Toys for the upcoming movie has revealed the true identity of the villain, and if you guessed that the villain is Ultraman, you’re right!
Ultraman confirmed via a new toy listing for the Superman film. So it's confirmed it's Ultraman and not Ulysses pic.twitter.com/owNnPywYj2
— Daniel Richtman (@DanielRPK) October 26, 2024
This list includes a variety of items, such...
- 10/27/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Next summer is going to be the summer of Superman as Dcu’s first live-action project releases – ‘Superman.’ We know quite a bit about ‘Superman’ production since we were able to follow it live when it was filming around Georgia and Ohio. Set images and videos showcased one mysterious villain, and fans couldn’t agree on whether the villain in question was Ulysses or Ultraman.
Ultraman was already teased as the movie’s villain almost half a year ago, but Gunn was quick to debunk that rumor as soon as it resurfaced, claiming that the movie’s main villain was Lex Luthor.
Now recent McFarlane Toys leaked listing for the upcoming movie in fact revealed the true identity of the villain and if you assumed that the villain in question was Ultraman you would be correct!
Ultraman confirmed via a new toy listing for the Superman film. So it's confirmed...
Ultraman was already teased as the movie’s villain almost half a year ago, but Gunn was quick to debunk that rumor as soon as it resurfaced, claiming that the movie’s main villain was Lex Luthor.
Now recent McFarlane Toys leaked listing for the upcoming movie in fact revealed the true identity of the villain and if you assumed that the villain in question was Ultraman you would be correct!
Ultraman confirmed via a new toy listing for the Superman film. So it's confirmed...
- 10/27/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Superman set photos revealed more about the movie than filmmaker James Gunn probably would have liked, including a first look at a mysterious masked villain with a "U" on his chest who we saw make short work of the Man of Steel.
Much has been said about whether it's Ultraman or Ulysses, but the former has now been confirmed courtesy of an official listing of upcoming "DC Direct" merchandise.
We still believe "Ultraman" will be a Lex Luthor creation and likely a Superman clone gone wrong. Lending weight to the theory Lex is a mad scientist is the fact his figure will have a "Baby Kaiju."
There's also a full-sized Kaiju we'd imagine battles the title hero at some point. A few months ago, a description of an early trailer mentioned Supes squaring off with a monster of some sort.
As for who or what "Baby Joe" is, your guess is as good as ours!
Much has been said about whether it's Ultraman or Ulysses, but the former has now been confirmed courtesy of an official listing of upcoming "DC Direct" merchandise.
We still believe "Ultraman" will be a Lex Luthor creation and likely a Superman clone gone wrong. Lending weight to the theory Lex is a mad scientist is the fact his figure will have a "Baby Kaiju."
There's also a full-sized Kaiju we'd imagine battles the title hero at some point. A few months ago, a description of an early trailer mentioned Supes squaring off with a monster of some sort.
As for who or what "Baby Joe" is, your guess is as good as ours!
- 10/26/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
DC Studios co-ceo James Gunn has once again shared some big Dcu updates, and while he didn't exactly confirm we're getting a Superman trailer before the end of the year, the filmmaker certainly didn't deny it!
There have been rumblings for a while that the Dcu might be showcased at Ccxp in Brazil this December and it would be smart to end the year by showcasing the new Man of Tomorrow.
For now, though, we'll just have to wait and see what happens.
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A few months ago, there were rumours that Eternals star Kumail Nanjiani might be the Dcu's Booster Gold. We've heard nothing more since and the trades haven't shared any updates on the planned TV series.
After posting a fan-made image with Nanjiani pictured alongside Booster, Gunn was quick to point out that his sharing it wasn't meant to confirm any casting reports.
There have been rumblings for a while that the Dcu might be showcased at Ccxp in Brazil this December and it would be smart to end the year by showcasing the new Man of Tomorrow.
For now, though, we'll just have to wait and see what happens.
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A few months ago, there were rumours that Eternals star Kumail Nanjiani might be the Dcu's Booster Gold. We've heard nothing more since and the trades haven't shared any updates on the planned TV series.
After posting a fan-made image with Nanjiani pictured alongside Booster, Gunn was quick to point out that his sharing it wasn't meant to confirm any casting reports.
- 10/11/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
“Ultraman: Rising” is coming to LightBox Expo.
LightBox Expo, “a three-day entertainment industry event that brings together creatives to ignite a shared passion for art,” happens every year at the Pasadena Convention Center. This year, it is being held Oct. 25-27, and on Saturday, Oct. 26, Netflix will present “Ultraman: Rising” – Reimagining an Icon, based on their recent animated feature.
According to the official panel description, it will feature “writer/director Shannon Tindle, co-director John Aoshima, production designer Marcos Mateu Mestre and art director Sunmin Inn as they dive deep into the passion, heart and artistry behind reimagining a legendary character. Learn how this visionary team blended breathtaking animation with human storytelling to re-envision this iconic character for audiences new and old.”
“Ultraman: Rising” was released this summer on Netflix, following a world premiere at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival in France. It follows Ken Sato (voiced by Christopher Sean...
LightBox Expo, “a three-day entertainment industry event that brings together creatives to ignite a shared passion for art,” happens every year at the Pasadena Convention Center. This year, it is being held Oct. 25-27, and on Saturday, Oct. 26, Netflix will present “Ultraman: Rising” – Reimagining an Icon, based on their recent animated feature.
According to the official panel description, it will feature “writer/director Shannon Tindle, co-director John Aoshima, production designer Marcos Mateu Mestre and art director Sunmin Inn as they dive deep into the passion, heart and artistry behind reimagining a legendary character. Learn how this visionary team blended breathtaking animation with human storytelling to re-envision this iconic character for audiences new and old.”
“Ultraman: Rising” was released this summer on Netflix, following a world premiere at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival in France. It follows Ken Sato (voiced by Christopher Sean...
- 9/12/2024
- by Drew Taylor
- The Wrap
Killer Collectibles highlights five of the most exciting new horror products announced each and every week, from toys and apparel to artwork, records, and much more.
Here are the coolest horror collectibles unveiled this week!
Godzilla 4K Uhd from Criterion
Godzilla will celebrate its 70th anniversary in style, as The Criterion Collection is bringing Toho’s 1954 Japanese kaiju classic to 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray on November 5.
The film has been newly restored in 4K with uncompressed monaural sound. A high-definition restoration of Terry Morse’s 1956 American reworking of the film, Godzilla, King of the Monsters, is also included.
Ishirō Honda directs from a script he co-wrote with Takeo Murata. Eiji Tsuburaya (Ultraman) helmed the special effects. Akira Takarada, Momoko Kōchi, Akihiko Hirata, and Takashi Shimura star with Haruo Nakajima and Katsumi Tezuka as Godzilla.
Special features include: commentary by film historian David Kalat; interviews with Takarada, Nakajima, special effects technicians Yoshio Irie and Eizo Kaimai,...
Here are the coolest horror collectibles unveiled this week!
Godzilla 4K Uhd from Criterion
Godzilla will celebrate its 70th anniversary in style, as The Criterion Collection is bringing Toho’s 1954 Japanese kaiju classic to 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray on November 5.
The film has been newly restored in 4K with uncompressed monaural sound. A high-definition restoration of Terry Morse’s 1956 American reworking of the film, Godzilla, King of the Monsters, is also included.
Ishirō Honda directs from a script he co-wrote with Takeo Murata. Eiji Tsuburaya (Ultraman) helmed the special effects. Akira Takarada, Momoko Kōchi, Akihiko Hirata, and Takashi Shimura star with Haruo Nakajima and Katsumi Tezuka as Godzilla.
Special features include: commentary by film historian David Kalat; interviews with Takarada, Nakajima, special effects technicians Yoshio Irie and Eizo Kaimai,...
- 8/23/2024
- by Alex DiVincenzo
- bloody-disgusting.com
Following on the heels of the successful show, the follow-up film “Ultraman Taiga The Movie: New Generation Climax” was put forth by Tsuburaya Productions to continue the exploits of Hiroyuki Kudo and the new Ultra Ultraman Taiga. Featuring a series of returning heroes and new favorites in a solid adventure, fans are now able to enjoy the series and this accompanying movie in a special Blu-Ray box set from Mill Creek.
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Working at the private security organization Egis, Hiroyuki Kudo (Yuki Inoue) has the power to transform into three Ultra Heroes: Taiga, Titas, and Fuma. Battling and defeating many enemies together, the bond between Hiroyuki and Taiga has deepened. However, someone has been targeting Hiroyuki. Noticing this, the New Generation Heroes come together to save him. These members, Ultraman Ginga Hikaru Raido (Takuya Negishi), Ultraman Victory Sho (Kiyotaka Uji), Ultraman X...
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Working at the private security organization Egis, Hiroyuki Kudo (Yuki Inoue) has the power to transform into three Ultra Heroes: Taiga, Titas, and Fuma. Battling and defeating many enemies together, the bond between Hiroyuki and Taiga has deepened. However, someone has been targeting Hiroyuki. Noticing this, the New Generation Heroes come together to save him. These members, Ultraman Ginga Hikaru Raido (Takuya Negishi), Ultraman Victory Sho (Kiyotaka Uji), Ultraman X...
- 8/10/2024
- by Don Anelli
- AsianMoviePulse
The 29th entry in the legendary “Ultraman” saga, the first entry in the Reiwa era of Japan, and the seventh installment of the ‘New Generation Heroes Series' of the show, Ultraman Taiga holds plenty of accolades and accomplishments since its premiere in 2019. Focusing more on diversity and inclusion than any previous incarnation of the series while still carrying on the idea of fighting for what's true and right that it has overall has maintained, fans are now able to enjoy the series and an accompanying movie in a special Blu-Ray box set from Mill Creek.
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Serving on a mission for the E.G.I.S. Team, agent Hiroyuki Kudo (Yuki Inoue) and his partner Homare (Ryotaro) are transporting a client and his property across the city when they're attacked by thugs and find their client's property stolen. It soon appears the...
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Serving on a mission for the E.G.I.S. Team, agent Hiroyuki Kudo (Yuki Inoue) and his partner Homare (Ryotaro) are transporting a client and his property across the city when they're attacked by thugs and find their client's property stolen. It soon appears the...
- 8/9/2024
- by Don Anelli
- AsianMoviePulse
James Gunn’s ‘Superman’ has recently completed filming and is now moving into an exciting new production phase. Thanks to extensive coverage by fans and media on the Cleveland sets, we have detailed insights into the movie, although Gunn has repeatedly stated he would avoid revealing spoilers.
Among the most intriguing set details was a mysterious villain, which fans have speculated to be either Ulysses or Ultraman, largely due to the prominent “U” symbol on the chest of the character’s suit.
Given the suit’s design, many fans believe Ulysses is the most likely villain. However, there’s also speculation that it could be Ultraman, especially since he was hinted as the main antagonist months ago, although Gunn has “debunked” this theory.
Gunn stated that Lex Luthor would be the main villain, but he didn’t completely rule out the appearance of Ultraman. It’s worth noting that some of Gunn’s previous denials,...
Among the most intriguing set details was a mysterious villain, which fans have speculated to be either Ulysses or Ultraman, largely due to the prominent “U” symbol on the chest of the character’s suit.
Given the suit’s design, many fans believe Ulysses is the most likely villain. However, there’s also speculation that it could be Ultraman, especially since he was hinted as the main antagonist months ago, although Gunn has “debunked” this theory.
Gunn stated that Lex Luthor would be the main villain, but he didn’t completely rule out the appearance of Ultraman. It’s worth noting that some of Gunn’s previous denials,...
- 8/7/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
James Gunn’s ‘Superman’ recently wrapped filming, and now it’s entering a new and exciting production stage. We had the honor to follow Cleveland’s filming in great detail thanks to the fans and media covering sets, and scenes on a daily basis, and most of what we know about the movie stems exactly from that. Even though, Gunn said multiple times that he would never shoot spoilers in the open.
One of the most interesting things that could be seen on the set was a mysterious villain who fans identified either as Ulysses or Ultraman, mostly due to the giant “U” symbol on the chest of the suit.
Considering the appearance of the suit plenty of fans claim that the most obvious choice for the villain is Ulysses. The other front claims that it’s Ultraman since the character was already teased to be the main villain of the movie months ago.
One of the most interesting things that could be seen on the set was a mysterious villain who fans identified either as Ulysses or Ultraman, mostly due to the giant “U” symbol on the chest of the suit.
Considering the appearance of the suit plenty of fans claim that the most obvious choice for the villain is Ulysses. The other front claims that it’s Ultraman since the character was already teased to be the main villain of the movie months ago.
- 8/7/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
In addition to the Rooster Fighter reveal, Viz Media's San Diego Comic-Con panel brought with it a new project that has the publisher teaming up with Shogakukan, Tsuburaya Productions and Marvel Comics. The new collab is Ultraman: Along Came a Spider , which sees Ultraman and Spider-Man teaming up for the first time. Shinji Oishi has the original story credit, Shigenobu Matsumoto is writing and Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris manga illustrator Tomo Hirokawa is handling the art. Ultraman: Along Came a Spider will kick off its serialization on August 14—both in comic shops and simultaneous with Japan via Viz Media's digital service Viz Manga—which is the same day the previously-announced Ultraman x Avengers series drops. You can see art for both below. Related: Rooster Fighter Anime Officially Announced Ultraman x Avengers is a four-issue mini-series with Kyle Higgins ( The Rise of Ultraman ) and Mat Groom ( The Trials of Ultraman ) writing.
- 7/26/2024
- by Joseph Luster
- Crunchyroll
Out of the numerous videos and photos we've seen from the set of James Gunn's Superman over the past couple of weeks, one of the most intriguing saw a group of Metropolis citizens reactions quite strangely to the iconic hero.
In the video, David Corenswet's Man of Steel - who appeared to be a little shaky on his feet - was seen walking through a crowd, and the people seemed to be reacting with hesitation, possibly even fear, as he approached.
There was speculation that this might have something to do with Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult) and the unnamed villain we're currently referring to as Ultraman, and a new rumor supports this theory.
According to one online scooper, "Lex Luthor will use Ultraman to frame Superman which puts Clark’s legacy into question."
If accurate, this would obviously indicate that Ultraman is indeed an exact clone of Supes,...
In the video, David Corenswet's Man of Steel - who appeared to be a little shaky on his feet - was seen walking through a crowd, and the people seemed to be reacting with hesitation, possibly even fear, as he approached.
There was speculation that this might have something to do with Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult) and the unnamed villain we're currently referring to as Ultraman, and a new rumor supports this theory.
According to one online scooper, "Lex Luthor will use Ultraman to frame Superman which puts Clark’s legacy into question."
If accurate, this would obviously indicate that Ultraman is indeed an exact clone of Supes,...
- 7/15/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Shooting continued on Superman this weekend and things aren't looking good for the Man of Tomorrow in Metropolis' LordTech Field.
The Engineer and Ultraman circle the downed hero who is clearly struggling to get to his feet. After a brief conversation where Superman seemingly addresses them both, the Kryptonian takes flight, likely fleeing the battle to regroup.
While it's strange to see Superman leave a fight like this, he may have no other choice. However, seeing as The Engineer can clearly go toe-to-toe with Supes, it appears he doesn't have the same God-like powers as Henry Cavill's version.
Saturday showdown during an extended #Superman scene being filmed at Progressive Field in Downtown Cleveland this afternoon.#FilmInCLE pic.twitter.com/zbGO6rRhWR
— Greater Cleveland Partnership (@GreaterCLE) July 13, 2024
It's also been confirmed that Superman will be filming at the Cincinnati Union Terminal later this week. That's the real-life inspiration for the...
The Engineer and Ultraman circle the downed hero who is clearly struggling to get to his feet. After a brief conversation where Superman seemingly addresses them both, the Kryptonian takes flight, likely fleeing the battle to regroup.
While it's strange to see Superman leave a fight like this, he may have no other choice. However, seeing as The Engineer can clearly go toe-to-toe with Supes, it appears he doesn't have the same God-like powers as Henry Cavill's version.
Saturday showdown during an extended #Superman scene being filmed at Progressive Field in Downtown Cleveland this afternoon.#FilmInCLE pic.twitter.com/zbGO6rRhWR
— Greater Cleveland Partnership (@GreaterCLE) July 13, 2024
It's also been confirmed that Superman will be filming at the Cincinnati Union Terminal later this week. That's the real-life inspiration for the...
- 7/15/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Work has resumed on Superman in Cleveland's Progressive Field Metropolis' LordTech Field, and David Corenswet's Man of Tomorrow has been spotted taking flight.
As you'll see below, he's spinning through the air during what looks like an exciting battle with Ultraman and The Engineer. While the latter briefly overpowers him (suggesting she's even more powerful than her comic book counterpart), an angry Supes soon takes the fight to the villains.
All signs still point to Ultraman being considerably stronger than the Kryptonian, likely explaining the name. Little is known about this version of the character, though we anticipate him being a clone rather than a Multiversal doppelganger.
The fact he's wearing a mask suggests that reveal will be saved for later in the movie, though we're keeping everything crossed that when Superman does unmask Ultraman, the face staring back at him is both his own and the Dcu's take on Bizarro.
As you'll see below, he's spinning through the air during what looks like an exciting battle with Ultraman and The Engineer. While the latter briefly overpowers him (suggesting she's even more powerful than her comic book counterpart), an angry Supes soon takes the fight to the villains.
All signs still point to Ultraman being considerably stronger than the Kryptonian, likely explaining the name. Little is known about this version of the character, though we anticipate him being a clone rather than a Multiversal doppelganger.
The fact he's wearing a mask suggests that reveal will be saved for later in the movie, though we're keeping everything crossed that when Superman does unmask Ultraman, the face staring back at him is both his own and the Dcu's take on Bizarro.
- 7/12/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Earlier today, we got a first look at the cast of Superman assembling at Metropolis' Lordtech Field. The baseball stadium will be home to an epic battle between the movie's heroes and villains and, in these latest videos, we see more of that clash.
Superman and Ultraman are shown exchanging punches likely after the Man of Steel drags the mystery baddie across the ground, though all signs point to the hero being no match for a character many believe is his clone.
As you may recall, rumours have swirled about Lex Luthor making his own Superman in the form of "Ultraman," with the expectation being that the clone will eventually be unmasked as a twisted new take on Bizarro (a character James Gunn can have fun with).
In a second video, The Engineer fights Mister Terrific, flying through the air with the tech genius before planting him onto the field below.
Superman and Ultraman are shown exchanging punches likely after the Man of Steel drags the mystery baddie across the ground, though all signs point to the hero being no match for a character many believe is his clone.
As you may recall, rumours have swirled about Lex Luthor making his own Superman in the form of "Ultraman," with the expectation being that the clone will eventually be unmasked as a twisted new take on Bizarro (a character James Gunn can have fun with).
In a second video, The Engineer fights Mister Terrific, flying through the air with the tech genius before planting him onto the field below.
- 7/11/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
James Gunn's Superman is now well into week two of filming in Cleveland, Ohio, and these latest set photos suggest that a major super-powered showdown may be imminent.
Possible spoilers follow.
Yesterday, we saw a stunt being rehearsed at Progressive Field (doubling for LordTech Field) which teased a face-off between the Man of Steel (David Corenswet) and a powerful foe (most likely the unnamed villain we've seen in previous set photos), and these latest shots reveal that both Mr. Terrific (Edi Gathegi) and The Engineer (María Gabriela de Faría) will also be involved.
The photos aren't particularly revealing, but if you watch the video and wait until the very end, you'll see Superman and "Ultraman" attached to harnesses as they prepare to swoop towards the ground.
It looks like shooting are only just getting underway here, so we'll be sure to update if anything else finds its way online.
Possible spoilers follow.
Yesterday, we saw a stunt being rehearsed at Progressive Field (doubling for LordTech Field) which teased a face-off between the Man of Steel (David Corenswet) and a powerful foe (most likely the unnamed villain we've seen in previous set photos), and these latest shots reveal that both Mr. Terrific (Edi Gathegi) and The Engineer (María Gabriela de Faría) will also be involved.
The photos aren't particularly revealing, but if you watch the video and wait until the very end, you'll see Superman and "Ultraman" attached to harnesses as they prepare to swoop towards the ground.
It looks like shooting are only just getting underway here, so we'll be sure to update if anything else finds its way online.
- 7/11/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
As everyone knows, Superman is one of the greatest, most popular, and most powerful comic book characters ever. A valuable property of DC Comics since 1938, Superman has largely embodied heroic ideals, making his name synonymous with superheroism.
Superman’s on-screen portrayals have been numerous and diverse, spanning live-action and animated formats. For decades, he has been a fixture of contemporary American pop culture. James Gunn’s upcoming Superman film will add to this extensive cinematic legacy.
We recently reported on James Gunn’s fresh take on Superman, contrasting it with Zack Snyder’s darker interpretation. With set photos and videos from the filming process being leaked or released online, we now turn our attention to a new set video. This footage hints at an epic showdown with a yet-to-be-revealed foe.
A bit of #Superman action inside Progressive Field this evening.
The production will be shooting several scenes at the stadium this week.
Superman’s on-screen portrayals have been numerous and diverse, spanning live-action and animated formats. For decades, he has been a fixture of contemporary American pop culture. James Gunn’s upcoming Superman film will add to this extensive cinematic legacy.
We recently reported on James Gunn’s fresh take on Superman, contrasting it with Zack Snyder’s darker interpretation. With set photos and videos from the filming process being leaked or released online, we now turn our attention to a new set video. This footage hints at an epic showdown with a yet-to-be-revealed foe.
A bit of #Superman action inside Progressive Field this evening.
The production will be shooting several scenes at the stadium this week.
- 7/11/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Comic Basics
As everyone knows, one of the greatest, most well-liked, and most powerful comic book characters ever is Superman. He is one of the most valuable properties of DC Comics and has been around since 1938. Superman has, for the most part, lived up to the heroic principles throughout his career, and his name has somewhat become a synonym for superheroism in general.
His on-screen interpretations have been numerous and they vary in format as well. Superman has been a part of contemporary American pop culture for decades, appearing in both live-action and animated forms. James Gunn’s upcoming Superman feature will be another contribution to an already extensive canon of movies.
We have recently reported on Gunn’s take and how different it might be from Snyder’s darker take, as set photos and videos from the filming process are being leaked and/or released online. In this report, we are...
His on-screen interpretations have been numerous and they vary in format as well. Superman has been a part of contemporary American pop culture for decades, appearing in both live-action and animated forms. James Gunn’s upcoming Superman feature will be another contribution to an already extensive canon of movies.
We have recently reported on Gunn’s take and how different it might be from Snyder’s darker take, as set photos and videos from the filming process are being leaked and/or released online. In this report, we are...
- 7/11/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Aside from a blurry shot of The Engineer from afar, cameras were rolling on Superman for a long time before filmmaker James Gunn's Dcu reboot finally reached Cleveland, the city which will double for Metropolis.
We've already brought you a couple of breakdowns which rounded up some of the biggest reveals from set. Now, we're back with another, and there's a lot to delve into here.
David Corenswet has once again been spotted suited up as the Man of Steel, as have a number of other cast members in their respective superhero roles. Then, there's the addition of some unexpected animal characters, Superman in action, a charming "Clois" moment, and a big cameo with ties to Superman: The Movie.
To take a look through the latest Superman reveals, click on the "Next"/"View List" buttons below.
6. Corporate Superheroes
Mister Terrific (Edi Gathegi) was the first superhero spotted on Superman's set,...
We've already brought you a couple of breakdowns which rounded up some of the biggest reveals from set. Now, we're back with another, and there's a lot to delve into here.
David Corenswet has once again been spotted suited up as the Man of Steel, as have a number of other cast members in their respective superhero roles. Then, there's the addition of some unexpected animal characters, Superman in action, a charming "Clois" moment, and a big cameo with ties to Superman: The Movie.
To take a look through the latest Superman reveals, click on the "Next"/"View List" buttons below.
6. Corporate Superheroes
Mister Terrific (Edi Gathegi) was the first superhero spotted on Superman's set,...
- 7/10/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Over the past couple of days, Superman has moved production to Cleveland's Detroit-Superior Bridge with James Gunn directing extras and stunt performers as they flee from Metropolis (resulting in cars colliding).
Next up is Progressive Field which, based on what we've heard from the set, is being transformed into "LordTech Field."
Yesterday afternoon, stuntmen were spotted rehearsing a scene which appears to show Superman battling an unknown foe in the air before dragging them face-first across the baseball stadium's ground.
Not only is it impressive that this sequence is being shot practically, but it dismisses the complaints from those who feel Gunn is making Superman too soft by embracing the comics. Yes, that's a legitimate complaint on social media!
The actors are expected to report to Progressive Field LordTech Field soon, and we'd bet on the Man of Steel delivering a beatdown to the mysterious masked brute believed to be the Dcu's Ultraman or Bizarro.
Next up is Progressive Field which, based on what we've heard from the set, is being transformed into "LordTech Field."
Yesterday afternoon, stuntmen were spotted rehearsing a scene which appears to show Superman battling an unknown foe in the air before dragging them face-first across the baseball stadium's ground.
Not only is it impressive that this sequence is being shot practically, but it dismisses the complaints from those who feel Gunn is making Superman too soft by embracing the comics. Yes, that's a legitimate complaint on social media!
The actors are expected to report to Progressive Field LordTech Field soon, and we'd bet on the Man of Steel delivering a beatdown to the mysterious masked brute believed to be the Dcu's Ultraman or Bizarro.
- 7/10/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
James Gunn’s ‘Superman’ is currently filming in Cleveland, which has been transformed into Metropolis for the movie. Although Gunn promised that no spoilers would be shot in the open city, several cameos have been confirmed through set leaks.
In the past few weeks, we’ve seen Mr. Terrific, Lex Luthor, Rick Flag Sr., a mysterious villain likely to be Ulysses or Ultraman, Eve Teschmacher, and Lois Lane. More recently, glimpses of Nathan Fillion’s Guy Gardner and Isabela Merced’s Hawkgirl have also emerged.
Both Hawkgirl and Guy Gardner appeared in full costume, and saying that fans are infuriated would be an understatement.
Many fans believe the costumes are cheap and a clear downgrade compared to ‘Black Adam,’ which featured Hawkman, Dceu’s Green Lantern. Fans are particularly upset that the suits appear rubbery and ill-fitting on the actors.
The downgrade is insane Wtf pic.twitter.com/rqj1Hhi...
In the past few weeks, we’ve seen Mr. Terrific, Lex Luthor, Rick Flag Sr., a mysterious villain likely to be Ulysses or Ultraman, Eve Teschmacher, and Lois Lane. More recently, glimpses of Nathan Fillion’s Guy Gardner and Isabela Merced’s Hawkgirl have also emerged.
Both Hawkgirl and Guy Gardner appeared in full costume, and saying that fans are infuriated would be an understatement.
Many fans believe the costumes are cheap and a clear downgrade compared to ‘Black Adam,’ which featured Hawkman, Dceu’s Green Lantern. Fans are particularly upset that the suits appear rubbery and ill-fitting on the actors.
The downgrade is insane Wtf pic.twitter.com/rqj1Hhi...
- 7/5/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
James Gunn’s ‘Superman’ is currently filming in Cleveland which has been transformed into Metropolis for the purpose of the movie. James Gunn promised that no spoilers would be shot in the open city, still, we managed to confirm several cameos just from the set leaks alone.
In the last few weeks, we’ve seen Mr. Terrific, Lex Luthor, Rick Flag Sr., a mysterious villain that can only be Ulysses or Ultraman, Eve Teschmacher, and Lois Lane. In the last few days, however, we got a glimpse of Nathan Fillion’s Guy Gardner and Isabela Merced’s Hawkgirl.
Both Hawkgirl and Guy Gardner were costumed, and to see that fans are infuriated would be an understatement.
According to many fans in the fandom, the costumes are cheap and a clear downgrade when compared to ‘Black Adam’ a movie that featured Hawkman, and Dceu’s Green Lantern. Fans hate the fact...
In the last few weeks, we’ve seen Mr. Terrific, Lex Luthor, Rick Flag Sr., a mysterious villain that can only be Ulysses or Ultraman, Eve Teschmacher, and Lois Lane. In the last few days, however, we got a glimpse of Nathan Fillion’s Guy Gardner and Isabela Merced’s Hawkgirl.
Both Hawkgirl and Guy Gardner were costumed, and to see that fans are infuriated would be an understatement.
According to many fans in the fandom, the costumes are cheap and a clear downgrade when compared to ‘Black Adam’ a movie that featured Hawkman, and Dceu’s Green Lantern. Fans hate the fact...
- 7/5/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
While many fans have embraced the Man of Steel's costume in DC Studios' Superman after seeing recent set photos, the same can't exactly be said for those worn by Nathan Fillion's Guy Gardner/Green Lantern and Isabela Merced's Hawkgirl.
The first superhero we caught sight of on set alongside the Man of Steel was Mister Terrific. Like the reboot's title character, it looked like he'd stepped straight from the pages of the comic books, making it hard to complain.
Oddly, both Green Lantern and Hawkgirl are decked out in the same leather gear as Mister Terrific, right down to their jackets. At first glance, it suggests Superman has a serious problem with costume design, prompting concerns the Dcu will be inhabited by superheroes all wearing basically the same basic suit design. Pretty uninspired, right?
In reality, there's likely a very good reason for this.
We first spotted...
The first superhero we caught sight of on set alongside the Man of Steel was Mister Terrific. Like the reboot's title character, it looked like he'd stepped straight from the pages of the comic books, making it hard to complain.
Oddly, both Green Lantern and Hawkgirl are decked out in the same leather gear as Mister Terrific, right down to their jackets. At first glance, it suggests Superman has a serious problem with costume design, prompting concerns the Dcu will be inhabited by superheroes all wearing basically the same basic suit design. Pretty uninspired, right?
In reality, there's likely a very good reason for this.
We first spotted...
- 7/4/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
As we head into the second week of filming in Cleveland, another round of photos and video from the set of James Gunn's Superman have been shared online.
The photos provide arguably our best look yet at the costumes donned by Nathan Fillion (Guy Gardner) and Isabela Merced (Hawkgirl), and we also get to see the latter without her helmet. As for the video, the short clip shows onlookers reacting a little strangely to the Man of Steel (David Corenswet).
Possible spoilers from this point on.
The footage sees Superman - who appears to be a little shaky on his feet - walking through a crowd, and the people seem to be reacting with hesitation, possibly even fear, as the hero approaches. Are they simply shocked that the Man of Tomorrow has suffered a defeat, or is something else going on?
There's speculation that this may not actually be Superman,...
The photos provide arguably our best look yet at the costumes donned by Nathan Fillion (Guy Gardner) and Isabela Merced (Hawkgirl), and we also get to see the latter without her helmet. As for the video, the short clip shows onlookers reacting a little strangely to the Man of Steel (David Corenswet).
Possible spoilers from this point on.
The footage sees Superman - who appears to be a little shaky on his feet - walking through a crowd, and the people seem to be reacting with hesitation, possibly even fear, as the hero approaches. Are they simply shocked that the Man of Tomorrow has suffered a defeat, or is something else going on?
There's speculation that this may not actually be Superman,...
- 7/4/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
We've seen a lot of photos from the set of Superman find their way online since filming got underway on the streets of Cleveland, Ohio (doubling for Metropolis), and a few of them appeared to give away some pretty significant plot points.
Just in case, potential spoilers follow.
Though most of the shots only hinted at minor story details, we did get a first look at an imposing character assisting in the capture of the Man of Steel (David Corenswet). Though his face was hidden under a mask, this appeared to confirm that Superman will face-off against a powerful physical threat, be it Ultraman, Bizarro, Ulysses, or an amalgamation of several different villains.
We also saw Mr. Terrific (Edi Gathegi) offering doggy treats to thin air, which seemed to confirm that Krypto will be making an appearance.
Despite these (apparent) reveals, director James Gunn insists that no spoilers have been...
Just in case, potential spoilers follow.
Though most of the shots only hinted at minor story details, we did get a first look at an imposing character assisting in the capture of the Man of Steel (David Corenswet). Though his face was hidden under a mask, this appeared to confirm that Superman will face-off against a powerful physical threat, be it Ultraman, Bizarro, Ulysses, or an amalgamation of several different villains.
We also saw Mr. Terrific (Edi Gathegi) offering doggy treats to thin air, which seemed to confirm that Krypto will be making an appearance.
Despite these (apparent) reveals, director James Gunn insists that no spoilers have been...
- 7/2/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
While “Ultraman” is primarily known as a prominent figure in television, films like Kazuya Konaka's “Ultraman: The Next” and Shinji Higuchi's “Shin Ultraman” have shown that the beloved superhero can work well within a movie format. The fictional icon's latest cinematic outing, the Japanese-American animated co-production “Ultraman: Rising,” brings together quite a team. Netflix Animation and Tsuburaya Productions collaborate with animation by Industrial Light & Magic (Ilm), originally founded by filmmaker George Lucas. Making his directorial debut is Shannon Tindle, a prominent animation designer whose work includes on shows like “Samurai Jack” and movies such as “Kubo and the Two Strings.” He also writes the screenplay alongside Marc Haimes. John Aoshima is co-directing with Tindle, who similarly has an experienced animation resume, including on the hit comedy series “Futurama.” These creative minds come together and deliver a visually astonishing, if rather formulaic, family feature.
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- 6/30/2024
- by Sean Barry
- AsianMoviePulse
This week, photos from the set of Superman revealed a brutish villain slamming the Man of Tomorrow to the ground and taking him into custody alongside Rick Flag Sr. and The Engineer.
He's quite a bit bigger than the Man of Steel, but this unnamed bad guy being covered from head to toe has left us with a lot of questions...as has the "U" on his chest! Social media scoopers continue to insist he's Ultraman, a Superman clone created by Lex Luthor. That's an assessment we agree with, though we also think there's more to him than that.
In fact, we believe James Gunn is taking inspiration from four separate comic book villains for this formidable antagonist.
The first of those is Doomsday. It may not be green, but Ultraman is wearing what looks like a containment suit that, crucially, has the same goggles as the ones worn briefly by that unstoppable baddie.
He's quite a bit bigger than the Man of Steel, but this unnamed bad guy being covered from head to toe has left us with a lot of questions...as has the "U" on his chest! Social media scoopers continue to insist he's Ultraman, a Superman clone created by Lex Luthor. That's an assessment we agree with, though we also think there's more to him than that.
In fact, we believe James Gunn is taking inspiration from four separate comic book villains for this formidable antagonist.
The first of those is Doomsday. It may not be green, but Ultraman is wearing what looks like a containment suit that, crucially, has the same goggles as the ones worn briefly by that unstoppable baddie.
- 6/27/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
‘Superman’ is currently filming in Cleveland, which was transformed into Metropolis last week. This shoot has provided our first clear look at Superman’s suit and many supporting characters.
The latest video from the set features Rick Flag Sr. arresting Superman, accompanied by The Engineer and another mysterious character, who appears to be a villain.
You can check out the video below:
Video of Superman being pinned down and arrested by Rick Flag Sr, The Engineer and Ulysses!#Superman #Dcu
pic.twitter.com/VXavKaJqx8
— Everything_DCU (@JeremyJLop) June 26, 2024
Frank Grillo as Rick Flag and María Gabriela de Faría as The Engineer were confirmed for the movie some time ago. Grillo is also set to reprise his role in the ‘Creature Commandos’ animated project and ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2. But who is the third character?
Superman’s new antagonist is hard to identify because, unlike other characters in Superman’s universe, this villain...
The latest video from the set features Rick Flag Sr. arresting Superman, accompanied by The Engineer and another mysterious character, who appears to be a villain.
You can check out the video below:
Video of Superman being pinned down and arrested by Rick Flag Sr, The Engineer and Ulysses!#Superman #Dcu
pic.twitter.com/VXavKaJqx8
— Everything_DCU (@JeremyJLop) June 26, 2024
Frank Grillo as Rick Flag and María Gabriela de Faría as The Engineer were confirmed for the movie some time ago. Grillo is also set to reprise his role in the ‘Creature Commandos’ animated project and ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2. But who is the third character?
Superman’s new antagonist is hard to identify because, unlike other characters in Superman’s universe, this villain...
- 6/27/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
‘Superman’ is currently shooting in Cleveland which was transformed into Metropolis a week ago. Thanks to the shooting we’ve gotten our first good look at Superman’s suit and plenty of other supporting characters.
The latest video from the set showcases Rick Flag Sr. as he arrests Superman alongside The Engineer and another mysterious character who can only be a villain from our understanding.
You can check out the video below:
Video of Superman being pinned down and arrested by Rick Flag Sr, The Engineer and Ulysses!#Superman #Dcu
pic.twitter.com/VXavKaJqx8
— Everything_DCU (@JeremyJLop) June 26, 2024
Frank Grillo as Rick Flag and María Gabriela de Faría as the Engineer were confirmed to take part in the movie some time ago, Grillo will also reprise his role in ‘Creature Commando’ animated project and Peacemaker Season 2. But who on earth is the third character?
Superman’s new antagonist is difficult to identify because,...
The latest video from the set showcases Rick Flag Sr. as he arrests Superman alongside The Engineer and another mysterious character who can only be a villain from our understanding.
You can check out the video below:
Video of Superman being pinned down and arrested by Rick Flag Sr, The Engineer and Ulysses!#Superman #Dcu
pic.twitter.com/VXavKaJqx8
— Everything_DCU (@JeremyJLop) June 26, 2024
Frank Grillo as Rick Flag and María Gabriela de Faría as the Engineer were confirmed to take part in the movie some time ago, Grillo will also reprise his role in ‘Creature Commando’ animated project and Peacemaker Season 2. But who on earth is the third character?
Superman’s new antagonist is difficult to identify because,...
- 6/27/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Following last night's big reveal that the Man of Steel (David Corenswet) will be facing a formidable new foe in James Gunn's Superman reboot, we have another batch of photos from the Cleveland, Ohio set which give us a much closer look at this mysterious villain.
We're still not exactly sure who this is (Ultraman? Midnighter? Bizarro? Ulysses?), but whoever it turns out to be, he is clearly powerful enough to pose a physical threat to the Man of Tomorrow and keep him pinned to the ground.
Scooper Mttsh is adamant that it is Ultraman, anyway.
The whole point of the movie is that Lex creates a Superman clone. Ulysses is not another version of Superman, while Ultraman Is. And in this movie he's a clone instead of a Superman from an alternate reality https://t.co/t2wJHpSVeD
— MyTimeToShineHello (@MyTimeToShineH) June 26, 2024
The photos also give us a better...
We're still not exactly sure who this is (Ultraman? Midnighter? Bizarro? Ulysses?), but whoever it turns out to be, he is clearly powerful enough to pose a physical threat to the Man of Tomorrow and keep him pinned to the ground.
Scooper Mttsh is adamant that it is Ultraman, anyway.
The whole point of the movie is that Lex creates a Superman clone. Ulysses is not another version of Superman, while Ultraman Is. And in this movie he's a clone instead of a Superman from an alternate reality https://t.co/t2wJHpSVeD
— MyTimeToShineHello (@MyTimeToShineH) June 26, 2024
The photos also give us a better...
- 6/26/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
James Gunn’s Superman is currently in its filming stage and many set photos have come out. The David Corenswet starrer will be the first chapter in Gunn’s new Dcu and sees a number of superheroes and DC characters making their first appearances. The set photos revealed characters from the upcoming show Creature Commandos also making a cameo.
In a recent set photo, Corenswet’s Superman is seen being arrested by a masked man with a ‘U’ crest on him. While many have speculated him to be Ultraman, the masked man might be the anti-hero Ulysses, and Gunn might use this character to introduce Batman into the Dcu.
Superman Set Photos Reveal Ulysses, Not Ultraman with David Corenswet David Corenswet as Superman | Credits: DC Studios
James Gunn is currently filming the first chapter of his new and improved Dcu i.e. Superman. The reboot stars David Corenswet as Clark Kent a.
In a recent set photo, Corenswet’s Superman is seen being arrested by a masked man with a ‘U’ crest on him. While many have speculated him to be Ultraman, the masked man might be the anti-hero Ulysses, and Gunn might use this character to introduce Batman into the Dcu.
Superman Set Photos Reveal Ulysses, Not Ultraman with David Corenswet David Corenswet as Superman | Credits: DC Studios
James Gunn is currently filming the first chapter of his new and improved Dcu i.e. Superman. The reboot stars David Corenswet as Clark Kent a.
- 6/26/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
This Superman article contains spoilers.
Look, out in the internet! It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s… a set photo!
James Gunn’s Superman has started shooting in Cleveland, Ohio, where the Man of Steel’s creators Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster first met, and the set leaks continue unabated. Previous shots gave us looks at David Corenswet in costume as Superman and as mild-mannered reporter Clark Kent, as well as Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane and Edi Gathegi as Mister Terrific.
The latest leak, however, hints at a surprising main villain for this young new Superman. The image shows Superman arrested by the military (again?), escorted by Frank Grillo as Rick Flag Sr., María Gabriela de Faría as (presumably) big bad the Engineer, and a man in what can only be described as a gimp suit.
Rick Flag Sr! The Engineer! Is That The Ultra Man Clone!
Look, out in the internet! It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s… a set photo!
James Gunn’s Superman has started shooting in Cleveland, Ohio, where the Man of Steel’s creators Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster first met, and the set leaks continue unabated. Previous shots gave us looks at David Corenswet in costume as Superman and as mild-mannered reporter Clark Kent, as well as Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane and Edi Gathegi as Mister Terrific.
The latest leak, however, hints at a surprising main villain for this young new Superman. The image shows Superman arrested by the military (again?), escorted by Frank Grillo as Rick Flag Sr., María Gabriela de Faría as (presumably) big bad the Engineer, and a man in what can only be described as a gimp suit.
Rick Flag Sr! The Engineer! Is That The Ultra Man Clone!
- 6/26/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
The latest round of photos from the Cleveland set of James Gunn's Superman proved to be the most intriguing yet, as they appeared to confirm that the Man of Steel (David Corenswet) would indeed be facing off against a physical threat in the upcoming Dcu reboot.
Earlier this year, a rumor did the rounds that Supes would encounter a clone/doppelgänger of himself when Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult) uses some of the hero's DNA to create an exact clone of his nemesis. Reports claimed that this villain would be known as Ultraman, but we're not so sure this is the character we're looking at in these photos.
There's been speculation that this mysterious masked man could be a take on The Authority's Midnighter (unlikely), but we think he might be a slightly more obscure character known as Ulysses, aka "The Last Son of Earth."
In the comics, Neil Quinn...
Earlier this year, a rumor did the rounds that Supes would encounter a clone/doppelgänger of himself when Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult) uses some of the hero's DNA to create an exact clone of his nemesis. Reports claimed that this villain would be known as Ultraman, but we're not so sure this is the character we're looking at in these photos.
There's been speculation that this mysterious masked man could be a take on The Authority's Midnighter (unlikely), but we think he might be a slightly more obscure character known as Ulysses, aka "The Last Son of Earth."
In the comics, Neil Quinn...
- 6/26/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Superman Set Video Reveals New Look At [Spoiler] Taking Down The Man Of Steel And Surprise Dcu Cameo
We'd thought the biggest reveal from Superman yesterday would be a first look at David Corenswet as Clark Kent. However, as cameras continued rolling into the afternoon, we caught a glimpse of Ultraman and The Engineer alongside Creature Commandos and Peacemaker season 2's Rick Flag Sr.
Now, a set video has surfaced which shows Ultraman pinning the Man of Steel to the ground, binding his hands, and then lifting him to his feet as The Engineer, Flag Sr., and military watch on.
We then watch as Ultraman walks Superman down the street while Metropolis' greatest superhero talks to Flag Sr. We'd imagine A.R.G.U.S. is somehow involved and Ultraman's presence is bound to be a big talking point in the coming months.
Rumour has it Lex Luthor creates a Superman clone using the hero's DNA but this guy is even larger than the 6'4" Corenswet. How much...
Now, a set video has surfaced which shows Ultraman pinning the Man of Steel to the ground, binding his hands, and then lifting him to his feet as The Engineer, Flag Sr., and military watch on.
We then watch as Ultraman walks Superman down the street while Metropolis' greatest superhero talks to Flag Sr. We'd imagine A.R.G.U.S. is somehow involved and Ultraman's presence is bound to be a big talking point in the coming months.
Rumour has it Lex Luthor creates a Superman clone using the hero's DNA but this guy is even larger than the 6'4" Corenswet. How much...
- 6/26/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Since Superman arrived in his hometown, downtown Cleveland, for the filming of the first major Dcu release, there have been several on-set images that have been floating over the internet. This has led to fans finally getting a glimpse at David Corenswet’s Superman suit in proper lightning.
But apart from getting a peek at the new suit, which sees the return of the iconic trunks, the new reveals from the set also confirm the inclusion of The Winter Soldier star Frank Grillo. While Grillo is set to voice Rick Flag Sr. in the first Dcu release, following these new leaks, it’s clear he’ll make his live-action Dcu debut in Superman.
Leaks from David Corenswet’s Superman set Confirm Frank Grillo’s Inclusion David Corenswet as Superman | James Gunn’s Instagram
Frank Grillo doesn’t seem to be a big fan of superheroes in blue. Known for taking...
But apart from getting a peek at the new suit, which sees the return of the iconic trunks, the new reveals from the set also confirm the inclusion of The Winter Soldier star Frank Grillo. While Grillo is set to voice Rick Flag Sr. in the first Dcu release, following these new leaks, it’s clear he’ll make his live-action Dcu debut in Superman.
Leaks from David Corenswet’s Superman set Confirm Frank Grillo’s Inclusion David Corenswet as Superman | James Gunn’s Instagram
Frank Grillo doesn’t seem to be a big fan of superheroes in blue. Known for taking...
- 6/26/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Kenji Sato's introduction as the new Ultraman in Netflix's Ultraman: Rising pays homage to the ones before him while also making his stamp on the lore.
Ultraman: Rising is a story about fatherhood revolving around two generations of Ultraman: Professor Sato (the past hero) and his son, Kenji (the present-day champion).
Much of the story revolves around Kenji navigating the ups and downs of being a hero while also dealing with a baby kaiju.
Read full article on The Direct.
Ultraman: Rising is a story about fatherhood revolving around two generations of Ultraman: Professor Sato (the past hero) and his son, Kenji (the present-day champion).
Much of the story revolves around Kenji navigating the ups and downs of being a hero while also dealing with a baby kaiju.
Read full article on The Direct.
- 6/19/2024
- by Aeron Mer Eclarinal
- The Direct
The makers of five of this year’s buzzy animated features—“Spellbound,” “That Christmas,” “The Imaginary,” “Ultraman: Rising” and “Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl”–participated in the Variety FYC Animation Preview at last week’s Annecy Animation Festival, showcasing a range of stories and animation styles during a broad discussion about their movies, creative process and business. Observed “Ultraman: Rising” director Shannon Tindle, who also co-wrote its screenplay, “We’ve got CG, we’ve got hand-drawn mixed with CG, we’ve got stop-frame animation. It’s really cool to see that all these different forms [of animation] are alive.”
Perhaps best known for Oscar-winner “Shrek,” director Vicky Jensen shared a sneak peek at Skydance Animation’s computer-animated “Spellbound,” in which a tenacious young protagonist, Ellian, voiced by Rachel Zegler, must save her family and kingdom after a spell transforms her parents, the rulers of the magical land, into monsters. “It’s...
Perhaps best known for Oscar-winner “Shrek,” director Vicky Jensen shared a sneak peek at Skydance Animation’s computer-animated “Spellbound,” in which a tenacious young protagonist, Ellian, voiced by Rachel Zegler, must save her family and kingdom after a spell transforms her parents, the rulers of the magical land, into monsters. “It’s...
- 6/18/2024
- by Carolyn Giardina
- Variety Film + TV
Parenting is one of the toughest challenges any human being could face; now imagine the infant is bigger than a house and can shoot lasers out of their eyes. This chaos is only a portion of what the characters in Ultraman: Rising face and Tokyo will never be the same. Here to talk about the hardships of Kaiju parenting are the directors of Ultraman: Rising, Shannon Tindle and John Aoshima, and featured members of the cast, Tamlyn Tomita, Gedde Watanabe, and Christopher Sean.
During our time with the cast and creators of Ultraman: Rising, we delved deep into everyone’s Ultraman history to determine if they felt pressure to honor the beloved superhero’s legacy. We also discuss the wonders of parenting and how you don’t need to have kids to act like a guardian to someone or something. The actors also share valuable lessons they learned while making...
During our time with the cast and creators of Ultraman: Rising, we delved deep into everyone’s Ultraman history to determine if they felt pressure to honor the beloved superhero’s legacy. We also discuss the wonders of parenting and how you don’t need to have kids to act like a guardian to someone or something. The actors also share valuable lessons they learned while making...
- 6/18/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
The hierarchy of power in the animation universe is about to change. With Disney being all but creatively bankrupt, Illumination making bank but through mediocre movies like "Despicable Me 4," and DreamWorks primarily focusing on sequels and franchises, the time is ripe for a new player to come in and shake things up the way Don Bluth Productions did in the '80s. Well, it seems that new player has arrived, and they've been here for decades: Industrial Light & Magic, better known as Ilm.
In case you need a refresher, Ilm is the legendary special effects company founded by George Lucas to make "Star Wars." In the '80s and 90s, Ilm revolutionized cinema, delivering some of the biggest moments of pure movie magic in cinema history by creating the dinosaurs in "Jurassic Park," all the special effects in "Star Wars," the T-1000 Terminator, the Transformers in the first Michael Bay movie,...
In case you need a refresher, Ilm is the legendary special effects company founded by George Lucas to make "Star Wars." In the '80s and 90s, Ilm revolutionized cinema, delivering some of the biggest moments of pure movie magic in cinema history by creating the dinosaurs in "Jurassic Park," all the special effects in "Star Wars," the T-1000 Terminator, the Transformers in the first Michael Bay movie,...
- 6/18/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
Who Is Julia Harriman from Ultraman Rising? Meet the Actress Who Voices Ami Wakita in Netflix's Ultraman Film - Main Image
Ami Wakita, the "lady from the conference," is voiced by none other than Julia Harriman in Ultraman Rising. She joins the English dub cast of the latest Ultraman animated flick alongside Christopher Sean as Ken Sato, Tamlyn Tomita as Mina/Emiko Sato, and Gedde Watanabe as Professor Sato.
Netflix’s Ultraman Rising has been received with good reviews, thanks to its animation, and so has the performance of voice actors such as Julia Harriman.
Julia Harriman Voices Ami Wakita in Ultraman Rising
Julia Harriman is the English dub voice actress of Ami Wakita, aka the “lady from the conference,” who asks the most difficult question to Kenji Sato when he returns to Japan and joins the Giants.
At first, Ami had a hard time convincing Kenji to open...
Ami Wakita, the "lady from the conference," is voiced by none other than Julia Harriman in Ultraman Rising. She joins the English dub cast of the latest Ultraman animated flick alongside Christopher Sean as Ken Sato, Tamlyn Tomita as Mina/Emiko Sato, and Gedde Watanabe as Professor Sato.
Netflix’s Ultraman Rising has been received with good reviews, thanks to its animation, and so has the performance of voice actors such as Julia Harriman.
Julia Harriman Voices Ami Wakita in Ultraman Rising
Julia Harriman is the English dub voice actress of Ami Wakita, aka the “lady from the conference,” who asks the most difficult question to Kenji Sato when he returns to Japan and joins the Giants.
At first, Ami had a hard time convincing Kenji to open...
- 6/18/2024
- EpicStream
How Strong Is Kenji Sato in Ultraman Rising? Powers and Abilities Explored - Main Image
Ultraman Rising found a new hero in Kenji Sato, an incredibly talented baseball star who returns to Japan to take on the mantle of the iconic hero.
Aside from fighting kaijus and exposing the schemes of the Kaiju Defense Force (Kdf), he also bears the responsibility of raising his nemesis’ incredibly cute child in the film.
Spoiler Warning: This article includes spoilers for Ultraman Rising, so proceed with caution.
How Did Kenji Sato Become Ultraman in Ultraman Rising?
In the beginning of Ultraman Rising, a young Kenji Sato channeled his inner Ultraman while playing with his parents. He is well-versed in Ultraman's abilities, including his force shield, the Ultra Slash, and the color timer on his chest.
However, Kenji also enjoys baseball, so his father asks him to choose between baseball and Ultraman. Ken hesitated...
Ultraman Rising found a new hero in Kenji Sato, an incredibly talented baseball star who returns to Japan to take on the mantle of the iconic hero.
Aside from fighting kaijus and exposing the schemes of the Kaiju Defense Force (Kdf), he also bears the responsibility of raising his nemesis’ incredibly cute child in the film.
Spoiler Warning: This article includes spoilers for Ultraman Rising, so proceed with caution.
How Did Kenji Sato Become Ultraman in Ultraman Rising?
In the beginning of Ultraman Rising, a young Kenji Sato channeled his inner Ultraman while playing with his parents. He is well-versed in Ultraman's abilities, including his force shield, the Ultra Slash, and the color timer on his chest.
However, Kenji also enjoys baseball, so his father asks him to choose between baseball and Ultraman. Ken hesitated...
- 6/18/2024
- EpicStream
Is Ultraman Rising Canon? Fan Theories and Speculations Explored - Main Image
The latest Ultraman movie on Netflix continues to receive praise from fans due to its compelling plot and quality animation, but the question remains: is the Ultraman Rising film canon?
The Ultraman Rising film is the most recent entry in the Ultraman film franchise. It introduces a new protagonist named Ken Sato, who becomes the latest Ultraman fighting alien kaijus in Japan.
Netflix’s Ultraman Rising Has an Original Storyline
Ultraman Rising has a completely original storyline that began with an idea conceived by director Shannon Tindle.
But just because it has an original storyline doesn’t mean it has distanced itself from the illustrious legacy of the Ultraman franchise.
Instead, Ultraman Rising brings the story to Japan, where the original Ultraman came from.
Penned by director Shannon Tindle and Marc Haimes, Ultraman Rising tells the story of superstar baseball player Ken Sato.
The latest Ultraman movie on Netflix continues to receive praise from fans due to its compelling plot and quality animation, but the question remains: is the Ultraman Rising film canon?
The Ultraman Rising film is the most recent entry in the Ultraman film franchise. It introduces a new protagonist named Ken Sato, who becomes the latest Ultraman fighting alien kaijus in Japan.
Netflix’s Ultraman Rising Has an Original Storyline
Ultraman Rising has a completely original storyline that began with an idea conceived by director Shannon Tindle.
But just because it has an original storyline doesn’t mean it has distanced itself from the illustrious legacy of the Ultraman franchise.
Instead, Ultraman Rising brings the story to Japan, where the original Ultraman came from.
Penned by director Shannon Tindle and Marc Haimes, Ultraman Rising tells the story of superstar baseball player Ken Sato.
- 6/15/2024
- EpicStream
Work continues on James Gunn's Superman reboot and a new photo from the movie's set has caught the interest of fans. As you'll see below, the "LuthorCorp" logo is emblazoned on militaristic vehicles, suggesting there will be a link between them and Lex in this movie.
We've already seen what appeared to be a makeshift military base, and the comics have also occasionally gone down this route. The question now is, does Lex work alongside the military or is this LuthorCorp more weapons-based than what we may be used to seeing on the page?
Either way, it seems likely that the villain is going to be targeting Superman with all manner of weapons...including a certain power suit if we're really lucky (it's about time that join Lex on the big screen).
Rumour has it he creates a Superman clone - likely a new take on Bizarro/Ultraman - and if that's true,...
We've already seen what appeared to be a makeshift military base, and the comics have also occasionally gone down this route. The question now is, does Lex work alongside the military or is this LuthorCorp more weapons-based than what we may be used to seeing on the page?
Either way, it seems likely that the villain is going to be targeting Superman with all manner of weapons...including a certain power suit if we're really lucky (it's about time that join Lex on the big screen).
Rumour has it he creates a Superman clone - likely a new take on Bizarro/Ultraman - and if that's true,...
- 6/15/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
For millions of Japanese viewers as well as countless fans across the globe, the Ultraman franchise, pitting a giant superhero against giant kaiju creatures of all shapes and breeds, has been a popular staple since it was first launched as a TV series in the 1960s.
But for this critic and likely many other viewers, especially in the U.S., the new English-language feature-length version, Ultraman: Rising, will be their first encounter with a character who’s been taking flight for over a half a century in live-action, animated and manga formats.
The experience is not unlike discovering Star Wars for the first time by watching the 2015 J.J. Abrams movie, whose Jedis and Storm Troopers won’t ring much of a bell if you haven’t seen the earlier ones. Still, the the team behind this endearing if familiar Ultraman reboot does a good job at ushering us into a...
But for this critic and likely many other viewers, especially in the U.S., the new English-language feature-length version, Ultraman: Rising, will be their first encounter with a character who’s been taking flight for over a half a century in live-action, animated and manga formats.
The experience is not unlike discovering Star Wars for the first time by watching the 2015 J.J. Abrams movie, whose Jedis and Storm Troopers won’t ring much of a bell if you haven’t seen the earlier ones. Still, the the team behind this endearing if familiar Ultraman reboot does a good job at ushering us into a...
- 6/15/2024
- by Jordan Mintzer
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Shannon Tindle and John Aoshima’s Ultraman: Rising told the story of Ken Sato, the son of Emiko Sato, and Ultraman, Professor Sato (also known as Ultradad). Due to Sato’s duties as Ultraman, protecting the city from Kaiju attacks, he couldn’t really focus on his family life, thereby leading to a rift between him, his wife, and his son. While Sato remained in Japan, Emiko and Ken moved to the United States to focus on his education and baseball skills. Sato grew old and retired as Ultraman. So, Emiko urged Ken to take on the mantle and continue his baseball career in Japan. Ken was hesitant about it, but when Emiko disappeared one day, he returned to Japan to look for her. Yes, he claimed that he came back home to bring his brand of baseball to his country of origin and to be Ultraman. But the truth...
- 6/14/2024
- by Pramit Chatterjee
- DMT
The beloved Japanese superhero Ultraman is back on screens in Netflix’s latest animated film, Ultraman: Rising, although it is technically the son of the superhero who now steps into the role. The plot is centered around Ken Sato, a young baseball superstar who has to return to his home country of Japan from the United States in order to replace his aging father as the superhero destined to protect the world—Ultraman. It is the various struggles of living up to the expectations of the masses and also the difficulties involved with parenthood that become the subjects of the thoroughly enjoyable new Ultraman: Rising film.
Spoiler Alert
What is the film about?
Ultraman: Rising begins with a warm, homely scene in Odaiba, Japan, as young Ken plays around with his parents, Professor Sato and Emiko, one usual night. The personalized robot assistant, Mina, who is also part of the family,...
Spoiler Alert
What is the film about?
Ultraman: Rising begins with a warm, homely scene in Odaiba, Japan, as young Ken plays around with his parents, Professor Sato and Emiko, one usual night. The personalized robot assistant, Mina, who is also part of the family,...
- 6/14/2024
- by Sourya Sur Roy
- DMT
“Ultraman: Rising” is a new Industrial Light and Magic animated superhero film based on Tsuburaya Productions' “Ultraman” franchise, directed by Shannon Tindle, starring Christopher Sean as ‘Ken Sato’ / ‘Ultraman’, with Gedde Watanabe, Tamlyn Tomita, Keone Young and Julia Harriman., streaming June 14, 2024 on Netflix:
‘…’Ken Sato’, a famous but egotistical baseball player living a secret life as the giant superhero ‘Ultraman’ is forced to balance his career and hero duties after reluctantly adopting a baby ‘kaiju’…”
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‘…’Ken Sato’, a famous but egotistical baseball player living a secret life as the giant superhero ‘Ultraman’ is forced to balance his career and hero duties after reluctantly adopting a baby ‘kaiju’…”
Click the images to enlarge…...
- 6/13/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Ultraman has been fighting kaiju for more than 50 years, but you’ve never seen him like this. The Japanese hero is now on Netflix in a new animated film, Ultraman: Rising, and you won’t believe who he’s bringing along.
After decades of Ultramanappearances, beginning with the original 1966 television series created by Eiji Tsuburaya and Tetsuo Kinjo, the film introduces an all-new Ultraman: baseball star Ken Sato. In the new trailer for Ultraman: Rising, which you can watch above, you’ll get a glimpse at one of the challenges Sato faces: a baby kaiju, who imprints on Ultraman and turns his world upside down.
For director Shannon Tindle (creator of Lost Ollie), everything about Ultraman: Rising sprung from this initial concept. “What if I took a character who doesn’t want to be Ultraman, who kind of messes up his job on one of his early outings and...
After decades of Ultramanappearances, beginning with the original 1966 television series created by Eiji Tsuburaya and Tetsuo Kinjo, the film introduces an all-new Ultraman: baseball star Ken Sato. In the new trailer for Ultraman: Rising, which you can watch above, you’ll get a glimpse at one of the challenges Sato faces: a baby kaiju, who imprints on Ultraman and turns his world upside down.
For director Shannon Tindle (creator of Lost Ollie), everything about Ultraman: Rising sprung from this initial concept. “What if I took a character who doesn’t want to be Ultraman, who kind of messes up his job on one of his early outings and...
- 6/13/2024
- by John DiLillo
- Tudum - Netflix
Ultraman has one job: to defend the world from kaiju. Across countless manga, video games and movies, Ultraman’s core duty has been to fend off ferocious land and sea monsters — which, of course, have always been allegories for other threats facing humankind. In “Ultraman: Rising,” our hero adopts one, which makes no sense in the greater scheme of Ultraman lore. (It would be like Batman going soft and raising a supervillain’s abandoned love child or Superman deciding to open a gift shop specializing in kryptonite.) But as with all metaphors, this one isn’t really about kaiju, but parent-child dynamics. And who doesn’t love a baby kaiju?
Not to rain on writer-director Shannon Tindle’s parade, but the baby kaiju thing feels like a cheat. DreamWorks and other CG animation studios have been exploiting this tactic for years, introducing adorable infant versions of otherwise not-especially-cute characters. The...
Not to rain on writer-director Shannon Tindle’s parade, but the baby kaiju thing feels like a cheat. DreamWorks and other CG animation studios have been exploiting this tactic for years, introducing adorable infant versions of otherwise not-especially-cute characters. The...
- 6/12/2024
- by Peter Debruge
- Variety Film + TV
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