Singer’s Superman Sequel Gets Approval

Source: Variety

Bryan Singer has inked a deal with Warner Bros. Pictures to direct and produce the sequel to “Superman Returns,” with Legendary Pictures expected to co-finance. Pic is tentatively intended for release in summer 2009, although the studio stressed that there’s not even a script or budget yet.

Pact with Singer signals that Warners isn’t ready to walk away from the iconic franchise — or Singer –even though “Superman Returns,” while grossing more than $390 million worldwide, wasn’t the performer studio had hoped for.

Critically, “Superman Returns” was disparaged for lacking in action. Singer has said he would address this concern in the follow-up.

In terms of casting, Warners has an option on “Superman Returns” star Brandon Routh.