Unless you missed the ending ofBatman V Superman: Dawn of Justice, you are likely very aware that Superman is currently dead in the Warner Bros.DC Extended Universe. Fans need not worry though, asZack Snyderhas already confirmedHenry Cavillwill be returning as the Man of Steel, very likely inJustice Leaguenext year.Cavillhas just fanned the flames of anticipation, as it looks like he may have just teased the black Superman suit.
Cavilltook to hisInstagramon Monday to post a picture of what is most definitely a black suit of some kind, but it is very zoomed in on the bust, so it is difficult to make out a whole lot from it. Fans with any sort of Supermancomic book knowledgeare very aware that this is likely a tease of the black Superman suit from theDeath and Return of Supermanstoryline. It didn’t hurt anything thatCavillsimply captioned the photo with #Superman.
The Death and Return of Supermanis one of the most famous comic book stories of all-time, whichZack Snyderloosely adapted inBatman V Superman. Hence, Superman is dead. But, it looks like we won’t be waiting all that long for the return. Especially since it recently came to light that Warner Bros. has madeMan of Steel 2a top priority. In theDeath and Returnstoryline, upon his return,Supermansported a black suit, which was a pretty big deal, because people were very accustomed to the blue suit and red underwear look. Not only that, but the hero was featured with long, jet black hair, which was quite different from the classic Superman look. If this picture is any indication,Snydermay very well be including a bit of visual fan service inJustice League.
It is no secret thatBatman V Supermanwas not at all the smash success that Warner Bros. wanted it to be. The movie was intended to be a launching pad for the rest of their DC Extended Universe, but instead, it was met with terrible fan and critical reception.That forced Warner Bros. andSnyderto have to re-think some of their ideas and storytelling moving intoJustice League, and it seems like they really listened to much of what everyone had to say, especially given the massive tonal change displayed in theJustice Leaguefootage we have seen. In case you missed it, here is the official synopsis for the movie.
“Fueled by his restored faith in humanity and inspired by Superman’s selfless act, Bruce Wayne enlists the help of his newfound ally, Diana Prince, to face an even greater enemy. Together,Batmanand Wonder Woman work quickly to find and recruit a team of metahumans to stand against this newly awakened threat. But despite the formation of this unprecedented league of heroes-Batman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, Cyborg and The Flash-it may already be too late to save the planet from an assault of catastrophic proportions.”
Justice Leagueis going to be sort of theDC Comics movieversion ofThe Avengers, but the tone will be quite different and it is very clear that Warner Bros. wants to set themselves apart from Marvel Studios. The movie has a cast that we are largely already familiar with, bringing backBen Affleckas Batman,Gal Gadotas Wonder Woman, as well asEzra Milleras The Flash,Jason Momoaas Aquaman andRay Fisheras Cyborg, who had brief cameos inBatman V Superman, and were showcased a bit more in theJustice LeagueSan Diego Comic-Con footage.Justice Leaguehas also addedJ.K. Simmons,Amber HeardandWillem Dafoe. And it looks likeHenry Cavillas Superman in some form or another. you’re able to check out the tease of the black Superman costume below.Justice Leagueis set for release on August 03, 2025.
