‘Superman’ fans in India finally have a date to look forward to. After dominating the global box office and sparking huge buzz online, James Gunn’s rebooted version of ‘Superman’ is all set to make its OTT debut in the country. While the film has been available for rent and purchase digitally, Indian viewers had been waiting for confirmation on when they could stream it without paying extra. The wait is now over.

When and where to watch ‘Superman’ online

The much-awaited superhero movie will begin streaming on JioHotstar on December 11, 2025. This is exactly five months after its theatrical release on July 11. The platform confirmed the update on social media, and teased that Superman will arrive “with Krypto by his side.”In the United States, the movie has already landed on HBO Max, while Indian fans can access it now as part of their subscription. This means viewers will not need to pay separately for rentals or purchases once the film arrives on the platform.

About the film and its record-breaking run

Directed and written by James Gunn, ‘Superman’ marks the official launch of DC’s new cinematic universe. The film stars David Corenswet as Clark Kent, alongside Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor.The story follows Superman as he deals with the fallout of stepping into a global conflict. As public trust in him begins to waver, he must rediscover his purpose with support from those closest to him.The movie premiered at the TCL Chinese Theater on July 7, 2025, before being released worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures. Domestically, the film shattered records by becoming the highest-grossing Superman movie of all time in the U.S., earning over $331 million. According to IMDb, its global box office stands at $581.1 million, making it the most successful superhero release of the year.

What’s next for the DC Universe

Gunn has already confirmed that the sequel, titled ‘Man of Tomorrow’, is officially in development. Both David Corenswet and Nicholas Hoult are set to return, with the story expected to introduce a much larger threat for Superman to face. While plot details remain under wraps, the sequel is scheduled to release in theatres on July 9, 2027, signalling that DC is moving full speed ahead with its rebooted cinematic universe.