‘Superman’ flies to a $122 million opening in North America; scores huge $217 million global debut

James Gunn’s “Superman” marks a promising start for DC Studios, earning $122 million domestically in its opening weekend. This film, intended as a fresh direction for DC’s superhero universe, garnered positive reviews and audience reception, contrasting with previous DC films’ struggles. Despite facing competition from “Jurassic World Rebirth” and “F1,” “Superman” signals a potential resurgence for DC under Gunn’s leadership.