Fans Blast James Gunn Over Superman’s Early Digital Release

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James Gunn’s declaration that the digital release of Superman is scheduled for this coming Friday, August 15, has sparked a flurry of reactions on social media, ranging from criticism, enthusiasm, to playful teasing.

Hundreds of fans on X have already reacted to James Gunn’s post about the announcement.

I requested Grok to provide a summary of the feedback received. It turns out that an impressive 65% of fans are expressing dissatisfaction.

Frustration Over Theatrical Cut Short

The most vigorous response was from fans displeased that Superman is moving quickly to home viewing (65%). Many contended that this decision weakens its box office performance, with some labeling it “underhanded” to put out a major blockbuster on digital platforms just a month after its theatrical release.

Others viewed it as a reflection of poor box-office success, with comments such as “It’s failing at the box office and not earning enough profit” and “Releasing films on streaming platforms just 30 days after their theater debut is irrational.” Fans from around the world shared this opinion, suggesting that WB should have waited until September to release the movie.

Excitement for Home Viewing

A more compact yet vocal segment expressed delight over the initial release, eagerly anticipating viewing or rewatching the movie at home (approximately 20%). Some declared their intention to purchase the 4K version right away, while others spoke of their excitement about creating fan-made edits. A few conceded a desire for an extended cinema run but were still “excited” to find it available digitally so swiftly.

Trolling, Criticism, and Snyder Comparisons

Approximately 15-20% of responses were less concerned with the timing and more focused on criticizing Gunn or contrasting the film with Zack Snyder’s “Man of Steel.” Posts such as “Imagine failing to surpass the Superman movie you were attempting to reboot” and “Man of Steel stands the test of time” were frequently seen.

Critics also aimed their comments at Gunn’s portrayal of the character, with some stating that Superman seemed weak or the tone was reminiscent of “The Guardians.” Others accused him of hypocrisy, noting that identical choices by Snyder received stronger criticism from these same supporters who are now defending Gunn.

Mixed Takes on the Teaser Scene

The teaser image/video attached to Gunn’s post – showing Superman lying next to robots – generated a lot of comments itself. Some people applauded it for being realistic and heartfelt, while others found it lacking soul or criticized the special effects.

Full details on the Superman digital and blu-ray release can be found here.

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2025-08-12 20:32