MOVIE NEWS – Anyone going to Superman hoping for some mind-blowing teases about what’s next in the DC universe might be left wanting. James Gunn, however, has a very deliberate approach: after years with Marvel, he’s made up his mind about what those mid- and post-credit scenes should really do, and it’s not about hyping a movie that might never materialize.

Speaking to ScreenRant ahead of Superman’s premiere, Gunn explained why his approach to DCU credits scenes will differ from Marvel’s infamous cliffhangers. “If there’s one thing I learned at Marvel, it’s that people often love the silly post-credits bits the most—like Howard the Duck or Stan Lee popping up at the end of Guardians,” Gunn said. “I’ve seen—more than once—those setups for sequels in the credits that just go nowhere, sometimes because the movie they tease never happens. Unless it’s a sure thing, like a project we know is going ahead, I’d rather not dangle something we’ll never deliver on. If it ties directly to a confirmed movie, great. But I’m not interested in throwing in some big shocking twist that leads to nothing.”

So, if you’re looking for obvious nods to Batman, Wonder Woman, or deep-cut villains, you might be disappointed. Still, Gunn insists there’s a reason for sticking around through the credits. “I do like giving audiences a little something extra if they stay to see all the names who worked hard on the film. It’s fun—and that’s why we did something with Terrific at the end,” he explained.

What’s Actually in Superman’s Credits?

There are two extra scenes: one shows Superman and Krypto sitting together, echoing the movie’s optimistic spirit and referencing the ‘All-Star Superman’ comic, a key influence for Gunn’s vision. It’s a sweet moment, but barely more than a still image.

The other features a brief encounter between Superman and Mr. Terrific. Rather than dropping a bombshell, it plays for laughs—Superman unintentionally offends Mr. Terrific as he tries to fix damage caused by Lex Luthor, leading to a bit of comic tension before Terrific storms off and Superman calls himself out. It’s short, and not everyone will feel the wait was worth it.

Ultimately, these aren’t your standard blockbuster post-credit stingers, and that’s by design. Gunn is well aware of how easily these scenes can frustrate or confuse fans, especially when they tease obscure future stories or characters most viewers don’t recognize. Sometimes a silly joke is better than an empty promise. Love it or hate it, Gunn is making post-credits scenes on his own terms.

Source: ScreenRant