The upcoming Superman film will feature a version of the hero with trunks. Zack Snyder's explanation for omitting them in Man of Steel justifies the decision.
The inclusion of trunks in Superman's costume has been a topic of debate among fans.
Snyder explained that making Superman's suit a Kryptonian invention made it difficult to justify wearing external trunks.
Snyder envisioned a whole culture of people wearing similar suits, which he thought would be odd if they wore their underwear outside their pants.
The DCEU's Superman was portrayed in a grittier tone, which didn't fit with the traditional brightly colored suit.
The DCEU's Superman was a departure from the traditional comic book version, including the removal of trunks.
The new Superman film will feature a more classic version of the character, including the iconic trunks.
The costume in the new film is likely to be homemade, reflecting Superman's human side.
The new Superman film will have a brighter tone, which aligns with the more classic costume.
