Superman might be kicking up a storm at the US box office, but the DCU's first film is sitting in its own Fortress of Solitude at the international market. James Gunn wrote and directed the new movie,

James Gunn thinks Superman’s box office blues abroad have more to do with global anti-U.S. vibes than the film itself. While it’s soaring in America, the overseas reception isn’t flying high.

In its second weekend of release, “Superman” collected $57.3 million from 4,774 venues — a standard 54% decline from its $125 million debut. After strong weekday holds, the Warner Bros. comic book adventure has earned $236 million domestically and $406 million globally.

Directed and written by James Gunn and starring rising actor David Corenswet, this DC reboot achieved a solid opening weekend in North America but found considerably less traction overseas. According to Box Office Mojo,

The new ‘Superman’ film directed by James Gunn is off to a strong start, with a projected global debut exceeding $210 million. Despite regional variances, particularly in Asia, it has gained positive momentum,

Superman rocked a fabulous first weekend at the Indian box office. The James Gunn-directorial has impressed the Indian audience, and is looking at recording a good first week.

Turnout was slightly softer than expected at the international box office with $95 million from 78 markets, bringing its global tally to $220 million. Box office watchers say they aren’t surprised that “Superman ... That reception is a start in ...

Superman delivers solid box office opening with $56.5 million Friday as James Gunn's reboot launches ambitious DC universe expansion plans for Warner Bros.

The last solo Superman movie, 2013's Man of Steel, opened to $116 million domestically, while 2016's Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice made $166 million at the US box office over its opening weekend, breaking records for a Superman movie. Will Gunn's take on Big Blue match up?

James Gunn's 'Superman' starring David Corenswet has made a strong debut at the Indian box office, earning Rs 9.25 crore on its second day and leading over recent Hollywood and Bollywood releases.