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This film marks a pivotal moment for DC Studios’ new era. Director James Gunn openly set ambitious financial targets, suggesting a $700 million global gross as a success criterion. Such lofty goals underline the importance of this launch for the future of DC movies and the perceived viability of Gunn’s vision.
If the opening falls short—if it doesn’t even beat the original Man of Steel—there could be repercussions for the franchise, potentially delaying or rethinking upcoming projects.