Fans of the DC Extended Universe were incredibly thrilled when Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson showed up during his Black Adam panel at San Diego Comic-Con 2022. The wrestler-turned-actor surely electrified the attendees of the panel when he emerged from the dark wearing the DC anti-hero's costume.
However, the excitement and enthusiasm were turned into a rain of boos when Johnson revealed a concerning remark regarding the future of Henry Cavill's Superman in the franchise. To those unaware, rumors began swirling online that the British actor was set to make a surprise appearance at SDCC to address his DCEU future. Fans expected him to show up during the Black Adam panel after it was reported by several outlets that he made a cameo in the film's post-credits scene.
The Rock even previously assured the fandom that he listens to them and knows exactly what they truly desire. Naturally, it gave a lot of people renewed hope regarding Cavill's return as the Man of Steel. But when Johnson was asked about the anticipated clash between Black Adam and Superman, he simply responded: "Depends on who is playing Superman."
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Intriguingly, The Rock didn't seem fazed by the fandom's negative reaction to what he said so if anything, this could mean that he's just trying to play it coy and there's a good chance he'll make good on his promise. Well, either that or he already anticipated the underwhelming reception.
DC's Black Adam is set for theatrical release on October 21, 2022.
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