An A-lister makes an appearance in the new "Superman" movie, in reference to the hero's origin story.

There’s a new DC universe in town that’s being kick-started by James Gunn’s “Superman” this weekend. Headlined by David Corenswet as the Man of Steel, “Superman” is poised to relaunch the DC universe and usher in a more vibrant,

Superman has begun zipping around the world, ringing up $40.3 million through two days from North America and 57 international box office markets

"Superman" reboots the DC Universe by throwing audiences right into the action. If you got a bit lost towards the end, we're here to help.

With the release of "Superman," which stars David Corenswet as Superman and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, the DC comics universe is looking to jumpstart its rivalry with Marvel, which has dominated the box office since 2007.

DC Studios films have struggled to connect with audiences in recent years, prompting the studio to shake up leadership and reboot the DC film franchise.

Recently io9 sat down with both writer-director James Gunn and Superman himself, David Corenswet, to discuss not just the shocking contents of the Kryptonian message but, more specifically, if those revelations could have an impact moving ahead in the DC Universe.

Given that it's the start of a new universe, we don't blame you for thinking that Superman has something after the credits to tease what's to come. After all, writer/director James Gunn has plenty of experience with credit scenes in the MCU.

James Gunn's iteration of the iconic, Cleveland-born character "Superman" hits theaters globally July 11. We ranked the best "Men of Steel."