It's been a year since James Gunn's Superman hit theaters, but the Man of Steel is still flying high. As of this week, the film has officially claimed the #1 spot on Prime Video's Top 10 movie chart, according to FlixPatrol. This surge comes just as DC Studios gears up for a busy 2026, with Supergirl premiering next week, Lanterns arriving on HBO Max in August, and Clayface rounding out the year in October.
The timing is no coincidence. Supergirl introduces Milly Alcock's character in a post-credits scene of Superman, and early buzz suggests the spin-off is already winning over fans. David Corenswet's Superman also appears in Supergirl trailers, offering advice to his cousin. This interconnected storytelling is exactly what Gunn and co-head Peter Safran envisioned for the new DC Universe.
Why 'Superman' Still Resonates
Gunn's take on the iconic hero broke the mold. Instead of retelling the origin story, he dropped viewers into a world where Clark Kent is already three months into a relationship with Lois Lane (Rachel Brosnahan), who knows his secret. The film opens with a battered Superman crashing to Earth, setting a tone that's both grounded and epic. Gunn explained before the release, "This movie is about, in the loose sense of the word, a human being struggling with his day-to-day life."
That human touch is what sets Superman apart. In one standout scene, Clark argues with Lois about saving lives across political borders, shouting that he doesn't care about borders. Later, he confronts Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult) with a powerful speech about humanity being his greatest strength. These moments remind us that Superman's real power isn't flight or laser vision—it's his compassion.
What's Next for the DC Universe
The success of Superman has already spawned a sequel, Man of Tomorrow, set for release next year. The film will see Superman and Lex Luthor teaming up to fight the AI villain Brainiac (Lars Eidinger), with Luthor donning his iconic Warsuit. The cast includes Aaron Pierre reprising his role as John Stewart from Lanterns and Adria Arjona in a mystery role.
This momentum proves that "superhero fatigue" is a myth—audiences just want good stories. As DC Studios rolls out Supergirl and beyond, they'd be wise to keep Gunn's formula in mind. For now, fans can catch Superman on Prime Video, where it's joined by other streaming hits like Gerard Butler's plane thriller and Prime Video's 'Off Campus'.
If you're looking for more superhero action, check out our ranking of the best Spider-Man video games or dive into Prime Video's flawless shows. But for now, the sky belongs to Superman.
