Excitement is building as the highly-anticipated movie Black Adam, set to hit theaters worldwide on October 21, 2022, draws closer. Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has been making bold claims about how this film will shake up the DC universe. Fans are eagerly devouring every piece of new footage that’s released, and the anticipation for The Rock’s debut in the DCEU is at an all-time high. But amid all the buzz surrounding Black Adam, one burning question remains: Will Henry Cavill make a triumphant return as Superman?
Cavill was last seen as the Man of Steel in Zack Snyder’s Justice League back in 2021. However, his appearances as Superman have been relatively brief since then, with another actor stepping into the iconic role in both Shazam (2019) and the final episode of Peacemaker.
Dwayne Johnson Confirms a Black Adam Vs. Superman Face-Off
There was a glimmer of hope earlier when rumors suggested that Henry Cavill might make a surprise appearance at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con. Unfortunately, that hope was dashed when Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson hinted on stage that Cavill might not be returning as Superman, resulting in disappointment and criticism from fans directed at Warner Bros. and DC for not delivering what they wanted.
However, it appears that Warner Bros. and DC may have a few surprises up their sleeves. A scooper recently spilled the beans on Twitter, revealing that Henry Cavill is indeed making a comeback as ‘The Last Son of Krypton.’
Although some fans initially had reservations about Cavill returning as the classic Superman, complete with John Williams’s iconic Superman theme, this news has ignited excitement about how the movie’s events will unfold. Black Adam firmly believes that no one on Earth can stand in his way, and the thought of Superman’s return is enough to send shivers down anyone’s spine.
A Real-Life Superhero Emerges from the Fan Community
Hans Zimmer’s theme has always suited the darker and more brooding version of Superman that the DCEU has been exploring. The prospect of Zack Snyder’s Superman appearing alongside John Williams’s theme is a tantalizing one.
There’s even a hint that Amanda Waller might be the one to recruit Superman to deal with Black Adam. For those familiar with Waller’s character in DC comics, she’s a formidable force who will stop at nothing to achieve her goals. A tweet suggests that this encounter might take place in a post-credits scene.
In this scene, Waller warns Black Adam that he’s now a prisoner in Khandaq and threatens to bring in someone not from this planet to deal with him if he refuses to comply.
Rumors and Speculations Surrounding Superman’s Return
Various rumors have been circulating about Henry Cavill’s potential return to the DCEU. Insider KC Walsh added fuel to the fire with a tweet featuring a dialogue exchange from the ‘Darkness’ TV Spot for Black Adam, involving Black Adam and another character.
Fans wasted no time in coming up with their own theories, and Walsh hinted in a reply that this cameo would be a significant one, unlike the brief glimpse we got in Shazam, where Superman’s face was not shown due to Henry Cavill’s unavailability.
If the rumors of Superman’s appearance in Black Adam turn out to be true, it could mark a major turning point for DC. Sharing the screen with the beloved Henry Cavill alongside a megastar like The Rock, who is deeply invested in this project, is a prospect that fans can’t afford to overlook.
In the world of superhero cinema, surprises are a valuable currency, and it seems like the DCEU has a big one in store for us when Black Adam finally graces the silver screen. So, mark your calendars for October 21, 2022, because it might just be the day Superman returns to save the day once again!
