Zack Snyder is celebrating his DC win over the new one helmed by James Gunn.Credit: Warner Bros.When James Gunn and Peter Safran stepped in to relaunch DC Studios, the expectation was simple: a streamlined strategy and a fresh beginning for the DC Universe. Instead, the path toward that new era has become increasingly tangled, marked by mixed messaging, shifting creative priorities, and—most unexpectedly—a renewed wave of nostalgia tied to Zack Snyder, Henry Cavill, and the Snyderverse.In late 2022, Henry Cavill surprised fans by revealing on social media that he would not be returning as Superman after all. The announcement came on the heels of widespread reports, including ones from the studio itself, suggesting he was officially back in the role—especially after his headline-making cameo in the Black Adam (2022) post-credits scene opposite Dwayne Johnson, who plays the titular character.Gunn later addressed the confusion in an interview, explaining that he and Safran were still finalizing their roles at DC Studios when those earlier statements were released.Credit: DC StudiosAccording to Gunn, “It’s terrible … the day our deal closed, all of a sudden, they were announcing that Henry was back … the plan was to come in and do a new Superman.” He noted that Cavill handled the situation professionally and only asked for the chance to break the news to fans himself, rather than having the studio speak on his behalf.Gunn later clarified the situation again, reiterating that Cavill wasn’t “fired”—he simply wasn’t part of the new continuity. “For me, the right story and the filmmakers we have for that story—it isn’t Henry,” he said, emphasizing that the rebooted Superman story required a younger lead.That reimagined chapter arrives with 2025’s Superman, headlined by David Corenswet. It follows the animated series Creature Commandos as the first installment of the DC Universe, with 2026’s Supergirl, starring House of the Dragon’s Milly Alcock, set to follow.Credit: DC StudiosStill, despite that structural reset, speculation surrounding Cavill’s potential return persists. Zack Snyder recently posted a black-and-white image of Cavill in his Superman suit, captioned “Henry Cavill is Superman.”The upload quickly sparked fervent discussion online, with some fans interpreting it as a clue that Cavill might eventually return or that Snyder’s iteration of the franchise could continue in a separate lane from the Gunn-Safran blueprint.Adding to the swirl, Netflix shared a promotional image featuring Cavill’s Superman alongside Dwayne Johnson’s Black Adam, prompting yet more conversation. Following that, Snyder stirred conversation once again with another social media post.Credit: DC StudiosOn Instagram—a platform he only recently joined—Snyder shared a new photo of Cavill’s Superman with the caption: “Henry in his natural setting.” As before, the post reignited hope among fans eager to see Cavill take up the mantle again.Responses like “the one and only” and “this is the Superman of our generation” reflect the ongoing dedication of those campaigning for Cavill’s return.All of this arrives during a turbulent period for the franchise. The DCEU, which began with Snyder’s Man of Steel in 2013, had a strong opening. The film earned more than $670 million globally and introduced Cavill as a grounded, introspective interpretation of the character.Credit: DC StudiosIts follow-up, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, delivered significant box office numbers but divided critics. At the same time, 2017’s Justice League became a central point of contention after Snyder’s departure and the film’s heavily altered theatrical cut.Although Snyder later released his complete vision with 2021’s Zack Snyder’s Justice League on HBO Max, the franchise’s direction had already fractured. Warner Bros. Discovery ultimately decided to reset the universe under Gunn and Safran.The first big-screen DC Universe chapter, Superman (2025), earned around $616 million on a $225 million budget. Early reactions to the wider DCU, however, have been mixed, with fans expressing concern over inconsistent continuity choices and the unclear handling of which characters and stories have carried over from past iterations.Credit: DC StudiosThe result is a cinematic universe that, to many, feels unsteady before fully taking shape. Gunn has continued to explain what is or isn’t canon, but the frequent clarification has added to the confusion.Now, Zack Snyder has celebrated Henry Cavill’s win over the latest DC version of Superman. The director has publicly liked a post on social media which compares the box office performance of Man of Steel, led by Henry Cavill, and Superman, headlined by David Corenswet.O diretor Zack Snyder deu like em um post comparando as bilheterias do filmes Man Of Steel e Superman de James Gunn[Director Zack Snyder liked a post comparing the box office results of James Gunn’s Man of Steel and Superman films]O diretor Zack Snyder deu like em um post comparando as bilheterias do filmes Man Of Steel e Superman de James Gunn pic.twitter.com/lnl0GjaWa2— DC Brasil (@_DCCBRASIL) November 15, 2025As the conversation around the new DCU continues, Henry Cavill’s career has only accelerated. After departing The Witcher following his final season on Netflix, he shifted his attention toward a range of new projects. He starred in Matthew Vaughn’s 2024 spy comedy Argylle and teamed up with Guy Ritchie again for the WWII action film The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare.His partnership with Ritchie continues with the upcoming In the Grey, where he stars alongside Jake Gyllenhaal and Eiza González. Cavill is also deeply involved in Amazon’s forthcoming Warhammer 40,000 universe, a project that merges his long-standing passion for the franchise with a growing presence behind the scenes.Credit: Universal PicturesTaken together, Cavill’s post-Superman choices reflect a strategic move toward variety rather than chasing another superhero identity. His recent work spans fantasy, espionage, historical action, and large-scale franchise building. Still, his impact on the Superman legacy remains strong.Whether Snyder’s recent posts are simply nostalgic callbacks or something more suggestive, the effect is apparent: for many fans, Henry Cavill remains their Superman. And as Gunn and Safran navigate ongoing criticism of the DCU’s transition, the persistent celebrations of the Snyderverse continue to complicate the studio’s attempt at a clean reboot.Not only is the discourse over the return of the Snyderverse ramping up, but with Warner Bros. Discovery’s sale creeping closer, there is a lot at stake with the future of the DC cinematic universe.How do you feel about the pursuit to bring Henry Cavill’s Superman back? Let Inside the Magic know in the comments down below!The post Zack Snyder Celebrates Henry Cavill’s Superman Win Over New DC appeared first on Inside the Magic.