Superman & Lobo’s DCU History Revealed & It Confirms Another Change to David Corenswet’s Man of Steel

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The beginning of the new Superman movie quickly explains that people with superpowers have been around for 300 years, meaning the world is used to them. It also reveals that Superman revealed himself to the public three years before the movie’s story begins. This gives him time to become well-known and meet other heroes and villains within the DC Universe. Considering the large world James Gunn is creating, those three years offer a lot of potential stories, and we’re now starting to see those connections appear with the growing cast of characters. For example, Superman has already met Jason Momoa’s Lobo, and their history might even change the established comic book storylines.

In an interview with Fandango promoting Supergirl, Jason Momoa discussed his character, Lobo’s, past with Superman. Momoa jokingly said they’ve clashed a few times, calling it a “sāsā” – but that they ultimately have a respectful, if sometimes complicated, relationship. This confirms that Lobo and Superman have a history together in the DC Universe, and hints that their connection isn’t a simple hero-villain dynamic.

Is the DCU Changing Superman and Lobo’s Iconic Rivalry?

Lobo and Superman have always been enemies in the comics. Since Lobo first appeared in 1983, this bounty hunter has consistently bothered Superman, sometimes even teaming up with him unwillingly. Because they’re both incredibly powerful, their clashes are always brutal and exhausting. This rivalry works so well because the two characters are complete opposites: Superman always does what’s right, while Lobo is purely selfish and even destroyed his own home planet for fun. Their philosophies simply can’t coexist.

Jason Momoa’s recent statements add an interesting layer to the potential relationship between Lobo and Superman, hinting at a mutual respect. While an actor’s interpretation isn’t official story canon, Momoa and director James Gunn have a strong, long-standing creative partnership. Gunn has shared that Momoa was one of the first to congratulate him on his DC Studios role, and he’s publicly said he’s wanted Momoa to play Lobo for years. This close connection suggests Momoa’s understanding of the character likely comes from discussions with Gunn about the broader DC Universe.

The way the upcoming Supergirl movie seems to be presenting Lobo suggests a complicated relationship – perhaps one where they sometimes work together, sometimes clash. Marketing materials and the director have emphasized that this will be a story about flawed heroes, and positioning Lobo as an ally to Kara (Milly Alcock) fits that idea. This approach also appeals to fans who love Lobo’s rebellious and unpredictable personality. Plus, if Lobo isn’t a clear villain, it opens the door for him to appear in future DC Universe projects. We’ll find out more about this version of Lobo – and potentially his connection to Superman – when Supergirl premieres in less than a month.

Supergirl is scheduled to premiere in theaters on June 26, 2026.

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2026-06-04 15:40