"This is giving The Boys": Internet pokes fun as new teaser for the 'SUPERMAN' drops

James Gunn’s much-anticipated Superman reboot has just dropped a shiny new teaser—and let’s just say, the fan reactions are louder than a sonic boom. The short but stylish snippet gives us our clearest look yet at David Corenswet’s Man of Steel, a fresh take on the iconic John Williams theme, and a Lex Luthor who’s sporting what fans are calling “that suit.” It’s a sleek remix of the classic Superman vibes—but not everyone’s feeling super about it.

Beneath this @DiscussingFilm viral tweet announcing the teaser’s release, @chrisusclueless commented,

“This is giving The Boys,” and just like that, Twitter (sorry, X) lit up with reactions faster than Clark Kent can switch into spandex.

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What we know about Superman so far

So what is this new take on the Man of Steel? Gunn’s upcoming film, simply titled Superman, is set to release on July 11, and it’s the first film to launch the new DC Universe under his creative direction. David Corenswet takes up the iconic red cape, replacing Henry Cavill in what’s meant to be a younger, more hopeful version of the character. Rachel Brosnahan stars as Lois Lane, bringing a sharp wit to the Daily Planet’s top journalist. Nicholas Hoult plays a more youthful but seemingly unhinged Lex Luthor, complete with an ominous presence in the teaser.

The teaser itself is moody and minimalist—Superman floats in midair, surrounded by civilians and police, as a remixed version of the John Williams score plays in the background. We see quick flashes of the world’s reaction to Superman’s presence, hinting at tensions between humans and the alien hero. The tagline “Truth. Justice. The American Way.” makes a return, but with a slightly ironic edge.

According to insiders, the film aims to explore Clark Kent balancing his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing. Gunn has said this version won’t be an origin story but rather a story of identity—about what it means to be Superman in a world that doesn’t know what to make of him. Sounds deep, right? But for now, fans are more concerned about whether we’ll get a real trailer anytime soon.

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New Superman teaser lands, and fans say it’s giving more satire than superhero

When the new Superman teaser dropped with all the moody lighting, dramatic poses, and an orchestra swell you could hear from space, the fandom did not hold back. One glance at the replies was enough to confirm: everyone’s got an opinion, and some of them are spicier than Lex Luthor’s skincare routine.

First came the theorists and comic heads, zooming in on every frame like they were decoding the Da Vinci Code:

"WAIT SO LEX GETS HIS SUIT????" -@riveramichael13

"Why does #he have to be in every trailer" -@yourenottheguy

Then rolled in the nostalgia warriors, still campaigning for the Snyderverse like it’s 2021:

"bring back Henry Cavil" -@kenanie0x

"And yet another James Gunn self promo and no new trailer whatsoever." -@danielm0nt

But perhaps the loudest voices? The aesthetic judges, who came ready to drag with full force:

"it's giving CW" -@iamthedevilsec

"This movie is so visually ugly :/" -@PatriciusAcutus

“3 months away and he’s still putting himself at the center and we’re only getting teasers 😂. I don’t think this will end well” -@BroSter_J

And of course, the chaotic neutral fans—equal parts amused and ready for popcorn:

“This trailer is gonna make so many weirdos mad” -@dansbro12

The vibe? A whirlwind of confusion, cautious excitement, and “Can we just get a full trailer already?” From die-hard DC defenders to Marvel stans in the peanut gallery, everyone had something to say. Whether it’s Lex Luthor’s new drip, the muted color palette, or the fact that Gunn’s name seems to be in every other comment, the internet is buzzing—and not all of it’s from excitement.