Superman (2025)
Kernel Score: 82% · 4,423 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Action
Released: 2025-07-09
Runtime: 130 minutes
Is Superman worth watching?
Worth watching. A hopeful, brightly coloured take on the character that leans into kindness and humour. It's busy and a bit overstuffed, but the lead is likeable and it avoids the usual grim tone.
Watch it if you
- want a lighter superhero film
- like James Gunn's quirky, funny style
- enjoy a hero defined by decency
Skip it if you
- are tired of superhero films
- want a tightly focused origin story
Best for: Popcorn movie night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch Superman
- Stream: Prime Video, HBO Max
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Superman, a journalist in Metropolis, embarks on a journey to reconcile his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing as Clark Kent.
Superman parents' guide: ages 9+
Parents need to know that Superman (2025) is a PG-13 superhero adventure with big action battles and classic heroism, though it carries some anti-imperialist political framing.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Epic superhero battles, a kaiju threat, and clashes with a supervillain deliver frequent action violence with little graphic gore.
- Language: A little — As a PG-13 crowd-pleaser, only occasional mild language is expected.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like Superman
If you liked Superman, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) — 90%: Same director's funny, heartfelt ensemble adventure.
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023) — 89%: Same director at his most emotional.
- The Suicide Squad (2021) — 84%: Same director's irreverent, violent comic-book film.
- Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014) — 86%: Grounded, smart superhero thriller.
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017) — 86%: Same director's colourful, warm follow-up.
- Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017) — 81%: Fun, youthful superhero story.
Director
Cast
- David Corenswet as Superman
- Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane
- Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor
- Edi Gathegi as Mr. Terrific
- Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner
- Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl
- María Gabriela de Faría as The Engineer
- Skyler Gisondo as Jimmy Olsen
- Alan Tudyk as Gary
- Grace Chan as Superman Robot #12 (voice)
Superman FAQ
Is Superman worth watching?
Worth watching. A hopeful, brightly coloured take on the character that leans into kindness and humour. It's busy and a bit overstuffed, but the lead is likeable and it avoids the usual grim tone.
Where can I watch Superman?
In the US you can stream Superman on Prime Video and HBO Max and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Superman OK for kids?
Superman is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 9+. Parents need to know that Superman (2025) is a PG-13 superhero adventure with big action battles and classic heroism, though it carries some anti-imperialist political framing.
What movies are like Superman?
If you liked Superman, try Guardians of the Galaxy, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, The Suicide Squad and Captain America: The Winter Soldier.