What villain will appear in James Gunn's 'Man of Tomorrow' film?

Brainiac, the classic Superman foe, will make his cinematic debut in James Gunn's 'Man of Tomorrow' film.

How will Lex Luthor and Superman work together in 'Man of Tomorrow'?

According to the article, Lex Luthor and Superman will be forced to team up against a threat larger than either of them, with Gunn describing the story as much a Lex Luthor film as it is a Superman film.

When will 'Man of Tomorrow' be released?

The 'Man of Tomorrow' film is set to be released on July 9, 2027, as part of the DCU's Chapter 1: Gods & Monsters.

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Brainiac Confirmed as Villain in James Gunn's 'Man of Tomorrow' Film

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Brainiac to make cinematic debut in 'Man of Tomorrow' film
Lex Luthor and Superman forced to work together against Brainiac
'Man of Tomorrow' script tease sparked fan speculation in 2025

Brainiac Confirmed as Villain in James Gunn's 'Man of Tomorrow' Film

In September 2025, James Gunn shared the script cover for his upcoming 'Man of Tomorrow' film, sparking intense fan speculation. While Gunn initially held back from confirming the villain, the hint was clear enough for many who had waited years for Brainiac to appear on the big screen.

Now, the speculation has turned into reality, as 'Man of Tomorrow' has confirmed the arrival of Brainiac. According to reports, principal photography for the film is set to begin in April 2026 in Atlanta, positioning it as a major step in the new DC Universe.

Gunn has described the story as much a Lex Luthor film as it is a Superman film, with the two rivals forced to team up against a threat far larger than either of them. The film will center on David Corenswet and Nicholas Hoult as their characters form an uneasy alliance, with Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane and Frank Grillo returning as Rick Flag Sr.