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- James Gunn shut down a rumored Man of Tomorrow trailer release date on Thursday, October 30, denying a report that the first footage for his Superman sequel would debut in mid-December attached to Dune: Part Three.
- The writer-director made the denial on Threads after a fan account claimed a trailer was "expected" in December.
- The rumor had a logical hook: Warner Bros.' own Dune: Part Three opens December 18, 2026, the same day as Avengers: Doomsday, and studios routinely attach a tentpole's first trailer to another studio's biggest holiday release.
James Gunn shut down a rumored Man of Tomorrow trailer release date on Thursday, October 30, denying a report that the first footage for his Superman sequel would debut in mid-December attached to Dune: Part Three. Gunn said flatly that no trailer is coming before the end of the year.
The writer-director made the denial on Threads after a fan account claimed a trailer was “expected” in December. “Expected by whom???” Gunn wrote, before adding: “More like James not wanting people to be disappointed when there’s no trailer in December,” according to ComingSoon.net and Dark Horizons, both of which covered the exchange Thursday and Friday.
Why Fans Expected a December Trailer
The rumor had a logical hook: Warner Bros.’ own Dune: Part Three opens December 18, 2026, the same day as Avengers: Doomsday, and studios routinely attach a tentpole’s first trailer to another studio’s biggest holiday release. Gunn’s own Superman playbook fed the expectation, too — its first trailer dropped in December 2024, seven months before the film’s July 2025 release. Man of Tomorrow is tracking on a similar sequel runway, which is exactly why a December reveal looked plausible before Gunn ruled it out.
| Marketing beat | Superman (2025) | Man of Tomorrow (2027) |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 11, 2025 | July 9, 2027 |
| First trailer | December 2024 (~7 months out) | Not yet released |
| Status as of trailer window | Trailer debuted on schedule | Gunn confirms no trailer before 2027 |
| Director | James Gunn | James Gunn |
Where Man of Tomorrow Actually Stands
The film wrapped filming in late August 2026 and is scheduled for July 9, 2027. David Corenswet returns as Superman and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, teaming up against Brainiac, played by German actor Lars Eidinger, in the android’s live-action debut. Rachel Brosnahan, Skyler Gisondo, Isabela Merced and Aaron Pierre also return or join the cast. With filming finished, a first trailer was the next milestone fans were watching for — which is why Gunn’s denial made news on its own.
This is the third Man of Tomorrow rumor Gunn has personally shot down since September. He previously dismissed claims about secret characters appearing in the film, and in October denied a separate report tying the sequel to Batman and Supergirl casting. For Superman’s comic-page history before the sequel arrives, see our ranking of the best Superman comic storylines.
What Comes Next
Gunn hasn’t given a new target date, only ruling out 2026. Based on Superman’s own release rhythm, a trailer attached to a major winter or early-spring release — or simply dropping online, as several recent DC Studios trailers have — is the most likely path once Gunn does pull the trigger.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a Man of Tomorrow trailer yet?
No. As of October 30, 2026, James Gunn confirmed no Man of Tomorrow trailer has been released, and none is coming before 2027.
Was a Man of Tomorrow trailer really planned for December 2026?
No. A fan report claimed a trailer would debut in mid-December attached to Dune: Part Three, but James Gunn personally denied it on Threads, calling the claim’s premise “Expected by whom???”
When does Man of Tomorrow come out?
Man of Tomorrow is scheduled for a July 9, 2027 theatrical release.
Who stars in Man of Tomorrow?
David Corenswet returns as Superman and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, facing Brainiac, played by Lars Eidinger. Rachel Brosnahan, Skyler Gisondo, Isabela Merced and Aaron Pierre are also confirmed in the cast.
