Just over a month after its theatrical debut, Superman will take flight onto digital platforms — and according to DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn , the move has nothing to do with box office performance. This week, Gunn surprised fans by announcing that Superman would hit digital on Friday, August 15 , while adding in his social media post: “Or catch it while it's still in theaters!” That phrasing strongly suggested the film’s run on the big screen is winding down after six weekends, during which it has soared toward $600 million globally .

When pressed on the decision in an interview with ScreenRant , Gunn explained that the timing is all about making sure audiences can see Superman before Peacemaker Season 2 lands on HBO Max on August 21 — especially because the

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