Thescreescore – As the dust settles on its theatrical run, James Gunn’s Superman is gearing up for a major awards season push, aiming to achieve what no DC film has managed in decades: significant Oscar recognition. Warner Bros. Discovery and DC Studios are strategically positioning the 2025 blockbuster, starring David Corenswet, for consideration across a staggering 16 categories, including the coveted Best Picture. This ambitious campaign marks a pivotal moment for superhero cinema, seeking to transcend genre limitations and secure its place among the year’s most acclaimed films.
The last time a Superman film earned Academy Award nominations was back in 1979, when Christopher Reeve’s portrayal of the Man of Steel garnered nods for Best Film Editing, Best Music (Original Score), and Best Sound. Gunn’s Superman hopes to shatter this drought, with the studio submitting the film and its key players for top honors. Beyond Best Picture, Gunn himself is in contention for Best Director and Best Adapted Screenplay. The cast is also being championed, with Corenswet vying for Best Actor, and Rachel Brosnahan and Isabela Merced in the running for Best Supporting Actress. Nicholas Hoult, along with Edi Gathegi, Anthony Carrigan, and Nathan Fillion, are also being considered for Best Supporting Actor.
The film’s technical prowess is also in the spotlight, with submissions for Best Casting, Cinematography, Film Editing, Production Design, Costume Design, Make-Up and Hairstyling, Sound, Visual Effects, Original Score, and even Best Original Song for "The Mighty Crabjoys Theme." This comprehensive approach highlights the studio’s belief in the film’s artistic and technical merits, aiming to impress Academy voters across all disciplines.
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While Superman is leading the charge, Warner Bros. is also submitting a slate of other films for Oscar consideration, including Mickey-17, Sinners, Weapons, One Battle After Another, and A Minecraft Movie. However, it’s the success of Superman, grossing over $615 million worldwide and outperforming all Marvel Studios releases in 2025, that positions it as a strong contender in the awards race.
With Gunn already mapping out the future of the DCU with Man of Tomorrow, set for release in 2027, the potential for Oscar recognition for Superman could have a significant impact on the franchise’s trajectory. As the FYC (For Your Consideration) season kicks into high gear, all eyes will be on whether Gunn’s vision can finally break the superhero curse and bring Oscar glory back to the House of El.
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