Superman is suddenly #1 on Prime Video. Here’s why.
Superman (2025), directed by James Gunn, surged to the #1 position on Prime Video shortly after the film’s transition from HBO Max on June 22, opening it to a significantly wider audience. The sudden chart dominance comes as DC Universe prepares for its second major theatrical release, Supergirl, capitalizing on the interconnected cinematic universe approach that has become standard in superhero filmmaking. The article notes that the move to Prime Video’s broader subscriber base was key to the film’s streaming success, suggesting that platform availability plays a crucial role in determining which films succeed in the increasingly fragmented streaming landscape.