Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · July 11, 2025 · Entertainment

Divided Universe: Superman Fans React to Controversial Plot Twist!

Superman fans have been left divided over a game-changing scene that alters the entire movie as it his cinemas today

SUPERMAN SHOCKER! Movie Reboot Leaves Fans Divided Over Game-Changing Twist

The wait is finally over, and Superman fans have been left stunned by a jaw-dropping twist that has taken the internet by storm. The highly-anticipated reboot, starring David Corenswet as the Man of Steel and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, has hit theaters today, but it's not just the special effects and action sequences that are making headlines.

Directed by James Gunn, the movie has already been savaged by critics, but it's the unexpected plot development that has left fans of the beloved superhero franchise reeling. In a shocking turn of events, Superman is revealed to have arrived on Earth with sinister intentions - not to save humanity, but to conquer and destroy!

The beloved superhero franchise has been rebooted with actor David Corenswet taking on the role of the lycra-clad hero

The twist comes as a hologram message from Superman's parents, Jor-El and Lara, is distorted and decoded by villain Lex Luthor. This revelation has sent shockwaves through the Superman fandom, with many fans taking to social media to express their outrage and disbelief.

"I love the movie, but that plot twist was just... it's not it," wrote one fan on X. "I'm really not a big fan of making the dead parents bad people." Another added, "I'm still trying to comprehend why Jor-El wanted Clark to take control of Earth and kill anyone who gets in his way??? I'm really not sure what James Gunn was thinking during that stuff."

However, not all fans are opposed to the new direction. Some have praised the bold move, saying it adds a fresh layer of complexity to the Superman character.

Directed by James Gunn , the movie, which is based on the DC Comics and in released on Friday, has already been savaged by critics

"#Superman made me so damn happy," wrote one enthusiastic fan. "The movie is loaded with exhilarating action set pieces and well-placed humor and levity, but the beating heart of the film is Superman's humanity, and his insistence on doing good and making the world a better place."

Variety reporter Peter Debruge got in early on the film, describing it as "no sillier than Superman and a lot more entertaining" - a nod to the movie's ability to balance action and humor.

The Sunday Times has also weighed in, declaring the film a triumph. "Superman, directed by James Gunn, is a triumph," they write. "After a long wait, this is the film the character deserves."

Superman fans have been left divided over a major change Gunn implemented into the plot of the movie

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In related news, The Sunday Times has also released a review of the new DC Comics movie, Heads Of State. According to their critic, the film is "a lot more entertaining" than Superman.

In this new reboot, it's revealed Superman has been sent to earth to do bad, with the sole aim to conquer the planet

Stay tuned for more updates on the latest developments in the world of superheroes and movies!

Defending the controversial change, the director explained: 'It's happened before in the comics. It's few and far between, but it's happened'

While Superman fans have been left divided on the plot change, others have welcomed the new era to the franchise

Iterations of Superman's parents being evil are depicted in TV series Krypton and Flashpoint Beyond, a 2022 comic