Superman Theory Suggests Ultraman Is This Beloved Alien From Mars

A fresh idea about Superman proposes that the Ultraman character in the movie could actually be something other than a clone. Despite being heavily showcased in the film’s marketing materials, Ultraman remains shrouded in enigma.

Martian Manhunter is Superman’s Ultraman in new theory

A popular internet theory proposes a shift from the previous assumption about Ultraman in James Gunn’s Superman film. This theory instead suggests that Ultraman could be none other than Martian Manhunter, one of the seven original members of the Justice League of America in DC Comics.

In the advertisements for Superman, Ultraman typically wears a mask to conceal his identity. But in the new Tickets on Sale Now trailer, viewers get a glimpse of an unmasked Ultraman using heat vision to attack David Corenswet’s Clark Kent/Superman at 1 minute and 9 seconds.

It might come as a shock to some DC comic enthusiasts that Martian Manhunter, or J’onn J’onzz, displays heat vision – much like Superman – along with other abilities such as flight, super strength, resilience, endurance, and speed in the comics. What sets him apart are his unique powers, including shape-shifting, invisibility, and telepathy.

If it’s true that Ultraman is actually Martian Manhunter in disguise within the context of the Superman universe, his presence could pave the way for a future DC Universe Justice League project due to their strong ties to the legendary supergroup.

In a recent conversation with Entertainment Weekly, the Superman director and DC Universe co-leader, James Gunn, was inquired if it’s accurate to assume that Ultraman was Luthor’s attempt at creating a character resembling Superman.

In reply, Gunn stated, “It’s quite near. Yes, I believe it’s similar. Ultraman seems to be Lex’s enforcer and packs a punch,” hinting that there could be additional details about the character. At the point of this article’s creation, DC Studios had not disclosed any further information on the character.

In this upcoming Superman film, Rachel Brosnahan portrays Lois Lane, Nicholas Hoult steps into the role of Lex Luthor, and Isabela Merced becomes Kendra Saunders / Hawkgirl. The movie is set to premiere in U.S. theaters on July 11, 2025.

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2025-06-23 13:10