James Gunn is reshaping the DC Universe—and he’s doing it on his terms.
With his highly anticipated Superman reboot soaring into theaters in 2025, Gunn has now confirmed what fans have been speculating for months: Yes, there will be a post-credits scene. But if you’re expecting a seismic setup for the next crossover event or a tease of the Justice League reboot—you might want to adjust your cape.
In a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly, the 58-year-old filmmaker and DC Studios co-chair opened up about his evolved philosophy on post-credit scenes—one influenced as much by creative experience as it is by personal growth.
“I have a philosophy about post-credit scenes. It’s somewhat related to my own mistakes in my time with Marvel. The way a post-credits scene works is a punch to the face, like, ‘Oh my God! Look at this.’ But when you’re only using it to set something up, sometimes you’re screwing yourself over” Gunn shared, candidly reflecting on his Marvel Studios days.
Gunn referenced the inclusion of Adam Warlock in the Guardians of the Galaxy saga as a lesson in restraint. While the tease was tantalizing, incorporating the character organically into Guardians Vol. 3 proved to be a creative challenge. “Was he kind of fitting a weird square peg into a round hole? A little bit, yeah,” he admitted.
It’s this hindsight that’s guiding Gunn’s new approach with Superman. Rather than setting the stage for a sprawling cinematic web, Gunn promises a post-credits moment that serves as a heartfelt nod to the fans—an epilogue, not an advertisement.
“I do love giving something back to the audience. So I will try to put something in the end credits for audiences to see, because I think it’s great. I love my crew, and I want you to stick around and see who the gaffers were” Gunn emphasized.
This comment not only highlights his deep respect for the craft behind the scenes but signals a tonal shift in how DC films might approach audience engagement: with sincerity, rather than spectacle. While Superman’s post-credits scene won’t be launching the next multiversal mayhem, it’s likely to deliver something more meaningful. Perhaps a character beat, a thematic coda, or even a wink that resonates long after the screen fades to black.
And with a new Superman trailer already stirring conversation, anticipation continues to build. Gunn’s iteration promises a return to hope, heart, and heroism—qualities that have often been overshadowed in recent DCEU entries.
Whether you’re staying for the credits to spot Easter eggs, celebrate the crew, or simply soak up every last frame, James Gunn’s Superman isn’t just about rebooting a character, but about reimagining how we experience superhero cinema.
