- James Gunn and David Corenswet had an interview with other cast members and revealed the reason why Superman wears his trunks or underwear outside.
- According to Gunn and David, Superman wears his trunks outside so that he may not scare the children by how powerful he is.
- Superman is set to release in theaters on July 11, 2025.
The D-Day is approaching at light speed as Superman gears up to soar into theaters next month. And while the hype is sky-high, director James Gunn and star David Corenswet have finally addressed one of the most debated questions in comic book history — why does Superman wear his underwear outside his suit? It’s a mystery that has puzzled fans for generations, but now, we’ve got answers straight from the Man of Steel and the man behind the camera.
Why Superman Wears His Underwear Outside?
Since his debut in comic books, Superman has been rocking those iconic red trunks on the outside — and let’s be honest, no one knew why. That is, until now. During an interview with Fandango, James Gunn sat down with the full cast of Superman and revealed that he initially leaned toward the modern no-trunks version of the suit, especially after chatting with Zack Snyder.
But surprisingly, it was David Corenswet who convinced Gunn to keep the classic look. Gunn admitted that he thought the trunks looked silly, to which Corenswet responded that maybe they’re supposed to [look silly]. He argued that since everyone already knows that Superman is an alien with godlike powers, Superman wears the trunks or underwear outside to help make him feel less scary and friendly to kids. Gunn and David explained:
“David Corenswet: My thing was, maybe they’re supposed to look a little silly. Maybe the reason he wears them is to look a little silly. Basically to undermine how powerful he really is.
James Gunn: In this version of the DCU, everyone knows he’s an alien, He shoots beams out of his eyes, he can blow things down with his breath, he’s sort of this terrifying creature. And David saying that was like… But he really likes kids, and human beings, and people. He wants kids not to be afraid of him. And so that was the thing that made me decide to keep the trunks.”
You’ve got to admit — the explanation from Gunn and David is honestly kind of adorable. And if you watch the interview yourself, it becomes clear just how passionate the cast, especially David Corenswet, is about bringing Superman to life the right way.
It’s genuinely heartwarming to see them treat this project as more than just another superhero flick. They understand the legacy, the symbolism, and what Superman truly stands for. So, here’s to July 11, 2025, when Superman finally soars back onto the big screen. And who knows? Maybe I’ll catch you in the seat right next to me.
