Dean Cain Criticizes James Gunn’s Superman Portrayal Amid Box Office Success

Dean Cain, famed for his role as Clark Kent in 'Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman,' has voiced sharp criticism of James Gunn's 2025 Superman film despite not having seen it. Cain disapproves of Gunn's portrayal of Ma and Pa Kent as 'stupid rednecks' and questions why Superman needs to be repeatedly saved in the movie, suggesting these were deliberate creative choices that he finds problematic. He also expressed concern over the film's 'woke' direction, particularly Gunn's comments framing Superman as an immigrant and a political symbol, arguing that such framing might hurt the movie's reception. In contrast, Cain praised certain moments like the inclusion of Krypto the dog, which he found emotionally impactful. The actor also highlighted the enduring legacy and immigrant-friendly symbolism of Superman, underscoring his belief that the character should remain true to these roots. Meanwhile, the original 'Lois & Clark' series is being removed from HBO Max, further marking a transition in Superman-related media.