There is a Superman! Warner Bros. has announced that its next film in the SUPERMAN franchise will be directed by X-MEN helmer Bryan Singer, reports VARIETY. Previously rumored directors include BATMAN's Tim Burton, RUSH HOUR's Brett Ratner, CHARLIE'S ANGELS' McG and BAD BOYS' Michael Bay. In addition, Bryan Singer will work from a new script from X2 writers Michael Dougherty and Dan Harris. Warner hopes to start filming by the end of the year.

The new move seems to have also removed Neal Moritz and Gilbert Adler as the producers of the film and its unclear whether Jon Peters will remains in the producing ranks as well. Also in limbo will be Singer's plans to direct the remake of LOGAN'S RUN or any of the future films in the X-MEN franchise.