When it comes to superheroes, their logos are equally important as their costumes. And with James Gunn’s upcoming Superman film, fans are eager to see what the logo will look like. The logo was recently revealed (along with the updated title), and it has created quite a stir among fans. The filming officially began, as the DC co-head announced on social media on February 29. Did we mention that he also updated the title to SUPERMAN?
Additionally, the new S symbol was unveiled, providing the public with their first official look at David Corenswet’s DC Universe suit. Having said that, many people started comparing Gunn’s Superman logo to the one featured in Henry Cavill’s Man of Steel film. While the two logos have a number of similarities, there is one hidden Easter egg in Gunn’s logo that fans need to look out for.
Snyder’s Man of Steel logo had an alien look to it. The texture and design of the logo gave the impression that Superman was not just any ordinary human but rather a being from another planet entirely. This tied into the overall narrative of the movie, which was centered around Superman’s attempt to fit into humanity.
Gunn’s Superman logo, on the other hand, is far less complex. Although Gunn played safely with his logo, it is reminiscent of the Kingdom Come logo, which shows Superman turning back to evil after regaining faith in humanity.
James Gunn’s Superman Logo Has 1 Hidden Easter Egg That You Must Know
James Gunn’s logo subtly references the Kingdom Come logo, whereas Zack Snyder’s logo for Henry Cavill’s Superman looked ‘alien’, symbolizing Superman’s struggle to fit in with humanity. Let’s elaborate on this further.
The hidden Easter egg in Gunn’s logo is a subtle nod to the Kingdom Come logo. This logo appeared in the iconic comic book series Kingdom Come, which follows an older Superman who has lost faith in humanity. However, when he sees the destruction wrought by a new generation of superheroes, Superman reaffirms his belief in humanity and returns back to the fight against evil.
The Kingdom Come logo has a distinct S-shield with a black background and a red border. Gunn’s logo combines the lightning bolt design with the classic Superman logo. The red border around the S-shield is shaped like a lightning bolt, giving the logo a subtle reference to Kingdom Come.
This is a clever design choice that shows Gunn’s dedication to the legacy of the Superman character. It also raises the possibility that his movie could have taken its inspiration from the Kingdom Come arc.
Overall, the new Superman logo is a simple yet effective design that pays homage to the character’s past while also implying what is to come in the future. It may not be as innovative as Snyder’s Man of Steel logo, but it does include this aforementioned hidden Easter egg that fans will appreciate.
James Gunn’s Superman Logo is Compared to Henry Cavill’s Man of Steel
Fans were understandably eager to see how director James Gunn would reimagine the classic superhero after word leaked out that he would be taking on the Superman franchise reboot. However, the new logo release was what really got people talking. Gunn expressed his wish to celebrate Clark Kent’s birthday by posting the official logo (along with the updated title) for David Corenswet’s upcoming DCU Superman on Instagram.
With Corenswet replacing Henry Cavill as Superman and Rachel Brosnahan playing Lois Lane, Superman promises to be a new chapter in this superhero saga. Nicholas Hoult, who is portraying the evil Lex Luthor, is also joining Corenswet and Brosnahan.
Having said that, fans would obviously compare Gunn’s logo to that of Cavill’s Man of Steel. Many fans have expressed their preference for Snyder’s logo over Gunn’s, even though each has a distinct flair of its own. Here are some comments from fans via X:
Snyder’s logo was much better IMO
— Chris Cutaneo (@chriscutaneo1) February 29, 2024
Both are good, but the meaning behind it in Snyder's was peak. Either way it's all about the story, so we'll see.
— TokyoRobb (@TokyoRobb) February 29, 2024
Kinda looks like the Kingdom Come logo which I believe James Gunn is building to
— Zylo (@QuentinKing6) February 29, 2024
Visually Snyder's universe did a lot of great things…
Narratively it was like eating sand….
— Robert Bales (@Avsfreak18) March 1, 2024
I like Cavill’s logo, but we’ve yet to see how this looks on the whole suit. I’ll wait on that, this looks good though
— Eduardo 🇲🇽 (@Eduardoe14_) February 29, 2024
I'm glad we got peak superman before Gunn got his nasty hands on the franchise.
— ビュッフェオペレーター (@buffetoperator) February 29, 2024
There is no doubt that the debate over which Superman logo reigns supreme is far from over. As we anxiously wait for more information about Gunn’s reboot, the reveal of the logo has given us a taste of what’s to come. With the Kingdom Come Easter egg, it’s apparent that Gunn has a deep understanding of the source material and is looking to do justice to the iconic character.
SUPERMAN will be released on July 11, 2025.
