It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s the new Superman movie!
It’s the premiere many superhero fans have been waiting for, and it’s almost here. Here’s what to know about the new Superman movie, a couple of fun facts, the recognizable Ohio filming locations, how to get tickets and when to look for it on streaming.
‘Superman’ filming locations in Ohio
Some principal photography and filming for “Superman” took place in Cleveland, Cincinnati and Mentor, Ohio, according to IMDb.
Filming happened in Cleveland at a Superior Avenue set with Metropolis police cars, boulders and a military tank on the street in mid-2024, according to Cleveland.com. Cleveland’s baseball stadium, Progressive Field, can be seen prominently in the movie’s trailer.
Shooting also took place in Cincinnati at Union Terminal and the Lytle Tunnel, The Enquirer reported. Filmmakers sought police officers and “a few short people” to be extras in the film.
Check out a behind-the-scenes video of “Superman,” filmed in Cincinnati’s Union Terminal, below.
When does ‘Superman’ hit theaters?
Superman, directed by James Gunn, will release on Friday, July 11.
‘Superman’ review: ‘One of the character’s best moments on film’
Gunn’s “Superman” is the eighth big-screen adaptation. Does it have a chance to match (or surpass) the other Superman movies at the box office?
The reboot manages to match the intensity of recent comic book movies while maintaining Superman’s humanity and wrapping it all up in an entertaining package, writes Akron Beacon Journal reporter George M. Thomas, in his review.
“Gunn has taken a character that needed a refresh and given it one that provides optimism for what’s ahead for the DC Universe going forward,” Thomas writes.
Who is portraying Superman/Clark Kent in the 2025 version of ‘Superman’?
The new “Superman” movie stars David Corenswet, the fourth and latest actor to portray the Man of Steel. He’s a Philadelphia native and is known for projects such as “Pearl,” “We Own This City” and “The Politician.”
Who plays Lois Lane and Lex Luthor in the new Superman movie?
The film also stars Rachel Brosnahan (“The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”) as Lois Lane and Nicholas Hoult (“Mad Max: Fury Road,” “About a Boy”) as Lex Luthor.
Gunn’s “Superman” also features notable names such as Wendell Pierce (“The Wire”) as Perry White and Nathan Fillion (“The Rookie” TV series, “Serenity”) as Guy Gardner/Green Lantern.
How to get ‘Superman’ tickets
Eager to watch the new “Superman” movie? Check out your local theater or find tickets through ticketing services to find your closest Superman showtime:
Ohio representatives want to make Superman the state’s official superhero
Ohio representatives want to make Superman Ohio’s official superhero. The bill’s primary sponsors include representatives Adam Matthews (R-Lebanon) and Terrence Upchurch (D-Cleveland). The bill states:
Beginning on April 18, 2033, in recognition of the cultural significance of “Superman” entering the public domain, the character “Superman” is adopted as the official superhero of the state. The first publication including the character Superman occurred on April 18, 1938.
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Reporting by Mariyam Muhammad, Akron Beacon Journal / Akron Beacon Journal
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