The DCU hits the big screen with James Gunn’s Superman kicking off this new film era. Listen as Ashley and Dylan discuss the first two episodes, share their thoughts on this take on Superman and the other characters and question if this movie had too much worldbuilding.

Superman (2025) Directed by: James Gunn Written by: James Gunn Based on Characters from: DC Starring: David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan, Nicholas Hoult, Edi Gathegi, Anthony Carrigan, Nathan Fillion, Isabela Merced

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On this episode, Ashley and Dylan discuss the most recent Superman tv series, which spun out of the Arrowverse, Superman & Lois. Listen as Ashley and Dylan discuss the first two episodes, share their thoughts on Tyler Hoechlin and Elizabeth Tulloch as Clark and Lois and talk about the impact having kids has on Superman.

Superman & Lois (2021) Developed by: Greg Berlanti, Todd Helbing Based on Characters appearing in: DC Comics Starring: Tyler Hoechlin, Elizabeth Tulloch, Jordan Elsass, Alex Garfin, Erik Valdez, Inde Navarrette, Wolé Parks, Adam Rayner, Dylan Walsh, Emmanuelle Chriqui

Season 1 Episode 1 - “Pilot” Directed by: Lee Toland Krieger Teleplay by: Todd Helbing Story by: Greg Berlanti, Todd Helbing

Season 1 Episode 2 - "Heritage" Directed by: Lee Toland Krieger Written by: Todd Helbing

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On this episode, Ashley and Dylan discuss the sixth Superman film and the first entry in the SnyderVerse, Man of Steel. Listen as Ashley and Dylan discuss the film, talk about Zack Snyder’s vision for this version of the character and marvel at the work of Hans Zimmer.

Mentioned Content: - Man of Steel - A WDYWW Spoilercast: https://wdyww.podbean.com/e/man-of-steel-a-wdyww-spoilercast/ - Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice Ultimate Edition - A WDYWW Spoilercast: https://wdyww.podbean.com/e/batman-v-superman-dawn-of-justice-ultimate-edition-a-wdyww-spoilercast/ - Zack Snyder’s Justice League - A WDYWW Spoilercast: https://wdyww.podbean.com/e/zack-snyder-s-justice-league-a-wdyww-spoilercast/

Man of Steel (2013) Directed by: Zack Snyder Screenplay by: David S. Goyer Story by: David S. Goyer, Christopher Nolan Based on Characters appearing in comic books published by: DC Entertainment Starring: Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Michael Shannon, Kevin Costner, Diane Lane, Laurence Fishburne, Antje Traue, Ayelet Zurer, Christopher Meloni, Russell Crowe

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All-New DC Cast Credits: Original music by Artists: Sinfonietta Cinematica, Composers: Sinfonietta Cinematica; Audio source: Epidemic Sound, Adobe Stock Asset ID: #357361804 Additional sounds and edits by: Dylan Blight Art by: Ashley Hobley

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On this episode, Ashley and Dylan discuss the fifth Superman film and the first not to feature Christopher Reeve, Superman Returns. Listen as Ashley and Dylan discuss the film, talk about the performances of Brandon Routh and Kate Bosworth and question if the movie should have tried to recapture the feel of the earlier films.

Superman Returns (2006) Directed by: Bryan Singer Screenplay by: Michael Dougherty, Dan Harris Story by: Bryan Singer, Michael Dougherty, Dan Harris Based on Superman by: Jerry Siegel, Joe Shuster Starring: Brandon Routh, Kate Bosworth, James Marsden, Frank Langella, Eva Marie Saint, Parker Posey, Kal Penn, Sam Huntington, Kevin Spacey

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On this episode, Ashley and Dylan discuss the first two episodes of the 2000’s TV show, Smallville. Listen as Ashley and Dylan discuss the episodes, talk about how the show tackled the origin story of Superman and question if Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum are the best Clark Kent and Lex Luthor.

Smallville (2001) Developed by: Alfred Gough, Miles Millar Based on Superman by: Jerry Siegel, Joe Shuster Starring: Tom Welling, Kristin Kreuk, Michael Rosenbaum, Eric Johnson, Sam Jones III, Allison Mack, Annette O'Toole, John Schneider.

Season 1 Episode 1 - “Pilot” Directed by: David Nutter Written by: Alfred Gough, Miles Millar

Season 1 Episode 2 - “Metamorphosis” Directed by: Michael Watkins, Philip Sgriccia Written by: Alfred Gough, Miles Millar

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On this episode, Ashley and Dylan discuss the pilot episode of the 90s TV show, Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman. Listen as Ashley and Dylan discuss the episode, talk about the chemistry between Teri Hatcher and Dean Cain and ponder why Superman has such a successful history on television.

Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman: Season 1 Episode 1 - “Pilot” (1993) Developed by: Deborah Joy LeVine Directed by: Robert Butler Written by: Deborah Joy LeVine Based on Superman by: Jerry Siegel, Joe Shuster Starring: Dean Cain, Teri Hatcher, Lane Smith, Eddie Jones, K Callan, Michael Landes, Tracy Scoggins, John Shea

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On this episode, Ashley and Dylan discuss the fourth film in the franchise, Superman IV: The Quest for Peace. Listen as Ashley and Dylan discuss the film, question if this really is the worst Superman film and notice a pattern of Superman interfering in international affairs.

Superman IV: The Quest for Peace (1987) Directed by: Sidney J. Furie Screenplay by: Lawrence Konner, Mark Rosenthal Story by: Christopher Reeve, Lawrence Konner, Mark Rosenthal Based on Superman by: Jerry Siegel, Joe Shuster Starring: Christopher Reeve, Gene Hackman, Jackie Cooper, Marc McClure, Jon Cryer, Sam Wanamaker, Jim Broadbent, Mariel Hemingway, Margot Kidder.

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All-New DC Cast Credits: Original music by Artists: Sinfonietta Cinematica, Composers: Sinfonietta Cinematica; Audio source: Epidemic Sound, Adobe Stock Asset ID: #357361804 Additional sounds and edits by: Dylan Blight Art by: Ashley Hobley

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On this episode, Ashley and Dylan discuss the third film in the franchise, Superman III. Listen as Ashley and Dylan discuss the film, question why Richard Prior was cast in this film and wonder what tone director Richard Lester was trying to hit.

Superman III (1983) Directed by: Richard Lester Screenplay by: David Newman, Leslie Newman Based on Superman by: Jerry Siegel, Joe Shuster Starring: Christopher Reeve, Richard Pryor, Jackie Cooper, Marc McClure, Annette O'Toole, Annie Ross, Pamela Stephenson, Robert Vaughn, Margot Kidder

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All-New DC Cast Credits: Original music by Artists: Sinfonietta Cinematica, Composers: Sinfonietta Cinematica; Audio source: Epidemic Sound, Adobe Stock Asset ID: #357361804 Additional sounds and edits by: Dylan Blight Art by: Ashley Hobley

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