# Highest-Grossing Superman Movies of All Time (2026)

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Published: 2026-09-23  
Updated: 2026-09-23  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Superman has led the big screen since 1978, when Christopher Reeve first made audiences believe a man could fly. Nearly 50 years and multiple reboots later, here’s how every solo Superman film ranks by worldwide box office, including James Gunn’s 2025 DCU launch.

## Highest-Grossing Superman Movies: Overview

| Rank | Movie | Year | Worldwide Gross |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | Man of Steel | 2013 | $668 million |
| 2 | Superman | 2025 | $618.7 million |
| 3 | Superman Returns | 2006 | $391.1 million |
| 4 | Superman | 1978 | $300.5 million |
| 5 | Superman II | 1980 | $190.4 million |
| 6 | Superman III | 1983 | $80.2 million |

## James Gunn’s Reboot Already in the Top Three

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Henry Cavill’s *Man of Steel* remains the highest-grossing solo [Superman](https://technosports.co.in/avengers-doomsdays-reported-3-hours-45-minutes/)film, but David Corenswet’s 2025 debut as the Man of Steel has already overtaken every entry except it, closing at $618.7 million worldwide. That’s a strong launch for the new DCU, especially compared to Brandon Routh’s 2006 *Superman Returns*, which struggled to justify its high budget. A sequel to the 2025 film is already in development as part of James Gunn’s slate.

## FAQs

**Q1. What is the highest-grossing Superman movie of all time?**  
 Man of Steel (2013), with $668 million worldwide.

**Q2. How much did James Gunn’s Superman make?**  
 Superman (2025) grossed $618.7 million worldwide, the second-best total for any solo Superman film.

**Q3. Is Batman v Superman counted in this list?**  
 No, this list covers solo Superman-led films only; Batman v Superman is counted separately as a Batman/Superman crossover.

**Q4. Will there be a Superman sequel?**  
 Yes, Warner Bros. and James Gunn have confirmed a follow-up to the 2025 film is in development as part of the new DCU slate.

*Source: [Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_highest-grossing_superhero_films)*