Summary

Superman's trailer hints at Gunn's unique take, blending action scenes with character-building moments.
Gunn's potential comedic tone for Superman might make the hero more relatable to audiences.
Superman being slightly similar to Star Lord isn't necessarily a negative, as it could add depth and relatability.

Superman will help kickstart the new era of the DCU, with James Gunn looking to make his mark on the franchise with one of DC's most notable characters. Audiences are eagerly awaiting what spin he will put on Superman, as Gunn will undoubtedly be trying to make the superhero feel unique in comparison to other versions that have come before.

The trailer for Superman has given fans a small glimpse of what the character will be like, and for the most part, fans have been impressed. However, certain instances have left hardcore DC fans worried that Gunn is turning him into Star Lord, whom he has worked closely with before.

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By Matthew Wilkinson

Will Superman End Up Being Like Star Lord In The New Movie?

There Is One Clip From The Superman Trailer That Has Fans Nervous

The Superman trailer showcased what fans can expect from the upcoming movie, and there's an outstanding balance between huge action scenes and some character-building moments. He's shown fighting and flexing his powers, one of the most important aspects of any Superman movie. However, at the same time, more depth and personality are highlighted with scenes like him hanging out with his dog, Krypto, bringing a lighter and softer side to him. However, there is one particular scene that many Superman fans have taken issue with, claiming that Gunn is trying to make him like the Guardians of the Galaxy leader. In the quick scene, Superman is shown in a moment of peril as he's battered and bruised, where he's told, "You're messing around."

It's Superman's response that has fans worried right now, as he says, "I'm not messing around; I'm doing important stuff," in a high-pitched voice. It feels like something that Star Lord would say in a Marvel film, so it's easy to see why many people are nervous that Gunn will make Superman too similar to him. Gunn knows how to write and direct Star Lord, and his tone was nailed down after three successful Guardians of the Galaxy movies. However, that doesn't mean that Superman fans want him to be similar to that character, which is why so many fans are concerned about him.

James Gunn Might Add A More Comedic Tone To Superman

This Might Help To Make Him More Relatable To Audiences

Gunn thrives at adding humor to his movies, with that being the expected tone of any film he's involved in. However, that's not the typical way that Superman is presented, as the Man of Steel is often shown seriously, trying to do everything he can to save other people. He rarely delivers huge jokes in the same way that people expect from Star Lord, because that's the character's tone. However, making that slight tweak to Superman isn't necessarily a bad thing for everyone to worry about. Just because Superman might say a few funny lines doesn't mean that he will be impossible to take seriously. Tony Stark often made hilarious comments, but that didn't stop Iron Man from being seen as the lead hero in The Avengers. He was always taken as a serious threat, regardless of his humor; Marvel's decision not to have all their heroes be ultra-serious has helped. Those characters feel relatable because audiences can connect to them in a way that people often struggle with DC's more serious presentation. Gunn might have identified that as an aspect to change, which he might look to add moving forward, which isn't bad.

Superman Being Like Star Lord Isn't A Negative For DC

Star Lord Was A Likable Hero Who Had A Well-Rounded Personality

The idea of Superman being similar to Star Lord being seen as a negative isn't necessarily the right way to view the situation either. It's unlikely that Gunn will have Superman dancing around and singing songs as Star Lord does, but taking aspects of his personality isn't something that will hurt the Man of Steel. Star Lord is a popular Marvel character for a reason, because he was well-rounded with a personality that everyone can connect with. It helped make him feel vulnerable, which is something that Superman has often struggled with, and that's what a little comedy can help with. It will make him feel relatable to people, which should help the new Superman movie, rather than hinder it.

On top of that, the clip in question is incredibly short and is just one moment within the wider movie, which is why it's not something worth worrying about in the grand scheme of things. It doesn't mean that he's going to be behaving in this way throughout the entire movie, so there's no need for alarm bells at this point. Instead, fans should take all the positives from the trailer and the build-up, being excited for what's coming for him. Whether the decision to add some humor to the character is a positive will remain to be seen, but fans shouldn't worry about Superman being similar to Star Lord at this point.

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