With the major unveiling of the “Man of Tomorrow,” speculations among fans suggest that Brainiac could possibly serve as the main antagonist in the upcoming film.
James Gunn officially announced that the Superman sequel will hit theaters on July 9, 2027, accompanied by artwork from Jim Lee featuring David Corenswet as Superman and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor. However, fans are intrigued because both Corenswet and Hoult shared additional pieces of artwork – one from Jorge Jiménez and another from Mitch Gerads – which some believe might suggest multiple adversaries in the movie.
The artwork suggests a confrontation between Superman and Lex Luthor, clad in Warsuit, before they join forces against a more formidable adversary. This scenario has sparked rumors that Brainiac may debut on the big screen for the first time. Have a look at the artwork down below.
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Brainiac Was Considered
More recently, during a conversation with Josh Horowitz, filmmaker James Gunn confided that Brainiac had indeed been considered as a potential antagonist in his initial plan for a Superman film.
Ultimately, Lex Luthor got the nod — but that doesn’t rule out Brainiac appearing down the line.
Supporters note that Gunn hinted at a common enemy connecting the DC Universe, with suggestions ranging from Brainiac to Mongul as potential candidates.
As an ardent fan, I can’t help but get even more excited when I catch a glimpse of my favorite heroes in action! Earlier this year, a captivating featurette was released that showed a brief scene of Superman, Supergirl, and Krypto squaring off against what seemed to be Brainiac’s head. And here it is, right before my eyes (as depicted above)!
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Fan Theories
As a passionate movie enthusiast, I’ve noticed a buzzing excitement among fans on social media platforms, with many speculating that Gunn might be hinting at something more substantial. On Reddit, for instance, one fan expressed their hope earlier this year, “I hope it isn’t Darkseid, Brainiac, Mongul – maybe! Oh boy, I would die to have Mongul.
Some people think that the confrontation between Lex Luthor’s Warsuit and Superman is merely a diversion, leading up to a partnership between them to face a larger, extraterrestrial danger, which could potentially be Brainiac.
In the realm of Facebook, another enthusiast proposed an intriguing idea about the upcoming DC Universe antagonist for Superman: “It could potentially be Brainiac or Mongul. Perhaps Toy-Man or Parasite might serve as secondary villains.
Corresponds with previous speculations regarding “Man of Steel 2,” where it was anticipated that Henry Cavill’s Superman and Supergirl would join forces to confront the menace of Brainiac together.
The upcoming series titled “Supergirl,” slated for 2026 and taking place in space, provides an ideal platform for a significant extraterrestrial menace to intertwine with the storyline of “Man of Tomorrow.
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The Bigger DCU Picture
Gunn has expressed his preference for the DC Universe not to center on a solitary dominant villain, like Marvel did with Thanos. Instead, he favors a setup focused on compelling standalone narratives, which intersect when necessary.
It implies that Brainiac may not be the ultimate antagonist in the DC Universe, but rather the initial massive cosmic danger confronting Superman, which briefly causes Lex Luthor to align with him.
Under certain circumstances, if a common foe like Brainiac threatens Earth, it’s possible that Superman and Lex could find themselves in an awkward partnership due to their mutual hostility towards the invader.
What’s Next?
For now, fans will have to wait and see what Gunn has planned.
The second season of “Peacemaker” is now streaming on HBO Max, with George Gunn indicating it serves as a follow-up to “Superman.” While the multiverse might be involved, we’ve only seen two episodes so far, and the principal antagonist has yet to make an appearance.
As Supergirl prepares to debut in 2026 and Man of Tomorrow sets course for a 2027 premiere, speculation about the future direction of the DC Universe largely centers around Brainiac as a primary candidate.
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2025-09-03 22:32