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After ‘Immigrant’ Superman Comments Caused A Tizzy, Former Supe Dean Cain Has Weighed In

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Today marks the nationwide debut of James Gunn’s Superman, and there’s a lot riding on this film. According to reports, it requires a substantial box office earnings to be considered a financial triumph. Every dollar matters in this case, but some, like ex-Superman Dean Cain, are concerned that Gunn’s remark about Superman being an ‘immigrant’ could potentially harm the movie.

The upcoming Superman film has stirred up a lot of debate because it marks the start of a new DC Universe. Fans who are fond of the previous version of Superman and DC have kept the “Fire James Gunn” hashtag popular on social media. However, the recent criticism against him is quite distinct, as Superman has now been turned into a political topic.

James Gunn’s “Immigrant” Comments Cause An Uproar

Last Friday, a stir ensued when filmmaker James Gunn discussed with The Times about Superman, a character originating from another planet, being considered an immigrant. Concerning the upcoming film, Gunn stated…

In simpler terms, Superman symbolizes the American narrative. He’s an immigrant who made this nation his home, but to me, it’s more about him embodying fundamental human compassion, a value that seems to be fading away in today’s world.

Discussing Superman’s characterization as an immigrant and, technically speaking, an “undocumented” one is a factual observation. Yet, in today’s heated debate on U.S. immigration, many individuals have strongly objected to Gunn’s comments, labeling the new Superman as “woke.” Among those expressing disapproval was previous Superman actor Dean Cain.

Former Superman Dean Cain Thinks James Gunn’s Comments Will Hurt The New Movie

Dean Cain portrayed Superman in “Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman,” which aired on ABC from 1993 to 1997. Known for his political views, it’s not surprising that TMZ sought his opinion when they did.

Regarding immigration, Cain holds a traditional, conservative perspective. Yet, he doesn’t disagree with Gunn’s initial point – Superman is indeed an immigrant. However, what bothers him is that Gunn openly declared this, which might negatively impact the movie in his opinion. As expressed by Cain…

As a movie enthusiast, I’ve got mixed feelings about incorporating Superman into the mix. I believe James Gunn might have stumbled with his immigrant analogy, and I fear it could negatively impact the box office performance of the film. Initially, I was thrilled about this upcoming project. The humor that James Gunn is known for piqued my interest, as previous versions of Superman lacked a comedic touch. I adore the humor in Superman, so I’m hopeful for its success. However, I can’t help but express my disappointment with that last political comment.

To start with, the box office earnings for the film “Superman” don’t seem to be struggling, as it has managed to record the highest preview numbers of the year thus far.

Yet, it remains a wait until the closing of the initial weekend to get a clear picture of the outcome and if the recent uproar in the final hours has caused any noticeable effects. Consequently, we will make certain to keep you informed as more details unfold.

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2025-07-11 17:37

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