James Gunn's Superman has soared past early box office expectations, with David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan winning hearts as the new Clark Kent and Lois Lane.

Superman' took off at the box office with a great $56.5 million opening day, giving James Gunn's new DC Universe a strong launch.

Superman is often called upon to save the world from evildoers, but in his latest big-screen incarnation, he’s also being asked to swoop in and save a franchise.