The wonderfully James Gunn-directed Superman (which released worldwide July 11, 2025) — is a new chapter in the character’s cinematic journey — it’s the perfect time to revisit Superman’s origins, history, key relationships, media appearances, and cultural legacy. This Tony’s Superhero Saturdays deep dive celebrates everything that makes Clark Kent/Kal-El a timeless icon.

This week on Tony’s Timeless Thursdays™, I lift my pen in honor of a movie that has only grown more magical with time. I revisit Superman: The Movie in all its glory, wonder, and verisimilitude—and I reflect on the hope that tomorrow, when I take my seat for James Gunn’s new Superman (releasing Friday, July 11, 2025), I will once again feel the rush of joy that only the Man of Steel can bring.