Can the Snyder Cut Superman Reverse Time like the Flash?

In the DCEU (DC Extended Universe), particularly in Zack Snyder’s originally cut films, Superman has captivated audiences with his incredible feats of power and heroism. One of the intriguing questions surrounding him is: can the Snyder Cut Superman replicate the Flash’s feat of reversing time in the Justice League ? Let’s delve into the capabilities of both characters and explore this compelling hypothetical scenario.

Superman vs. The Flash: Speed and Abilities

Firstly, it’s important to note that Superman, even with his incredible super-speed, does not possess the same speed feats as The Flash. While Superman can move at supersonic velocities, The Flash’s speed is far beyond anything seen in the DCEU, even in the Snyder Cut.

Superman’s maximum speed, despite his alien physiology, is significantly slower than The Flash’s. The Flash, Barry Allen, has the ability to move at overwhelming speeds, and in some instances, even break the speed of light. This is another level of speed that Superman, with his current abilities, cannot match.

Time Travel and the Speed Force

Time travel, particularly reversing it, is a significant power and not just a matter of speed. The Flash’s ability to reverse time comes from the Speed Force, a metaphysical broadcasting station of all matter that is compressed into a singularity. This force gives The Flash his immense speed but also his unique powers, including time manipulation.

Superman does not possess the Speed Force and therefore, does not have the necessary energy or inherent powers that allow for time manipulation. Without access to this unique energy, it’s highly unlikely that the Snyder Cut Superman could reverse time, despite his other superhuman abilities.

Character Consistency and Plot Holes

The question about Superman’s capabilities in the DCEU can also be tied to plot consistency. In the Snyder Cut, the Justice League faces significant challenges in how their actions and the presence of powerful alien entities like Darkseid affect the timeline. If Superman could easily reverse time, it would hint at inconsistencies and wouldn’t align with the established lore of the DCEU.

Moreover, the Silver Age of Superman (as seen in the 1978 film with Christopher Reeve and the 2013 film with Brandon Routh) did have instances where Superman could manipulate time. His ability to do so was a different kind of power and not related to his speed. This inconsistency is likely due to the different narrative needs and story arcs in those films and the unification of the DCEU.

Conclusion

In the context of the Snyder Cut of the DCEU, the answer to whether the Snyder Cut Superman can reverse time like The Flash is a definitive no. Superhuman speed, even when it reaches incredible levels, does not necessarily equate to time manipulation. The unique ability of the Speed Force, which powers The Flash, is beyond Superman’s current abilities. Therefore, it’s not in line with the established lore of the DCEU and wouldn’t align with the characters as they are portrayed in the Snyder Cut.

While the concept of time travel is fascinating, the Snyder Cut of the Justice League provides us with a detailed and consistent narrative built around the characters and their unique abilities, leaving time reversal to one of the most iconic characters in the DC Universe: The Flash.

Keywords: Snyder Cut, Superman, Time Travel, The Flash, Justice League