James Gunn Promises DC Fans Will Finally Get To See One Of Their Favorite Villains In Action

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Key Takeaways

  • James Gunn confirms Deathstroke’s significant role in the DC Universe, promising to bring the iconic villain to the forefront.
  • Deathstroke’s awaited introduction potentially challenges Zack Snyder’s now-defunct plans for the DC Extended Universe.
  • Fans anticipate an epic showdown between Deathstroke and Batman, hoping Gunn will give the villain the treatment he deserves.

As a gamer who grew up with the gritty and intense world of Batman, I can’t help but feel a surge of excitement at the prospect of seeing Deathstroke take center stage in the DC Universe under James Gunn’s direction. Having played countless hours as Deathstroke in various video games, I know firsthand just how formidable he is as a villain, and I can only imagine what Gunn will do to bring that to life on the big screen.

James Gunn, the chief creative mind at DC Studios, has assured fans that the DC Universe will soon highlight one of Batman’s toughest adversaries: Slade Wilson, more commonly known as Deathstroke. This announcement comes as Matt Reeves’ Batmanverse is introducing a new crop of villains for the Dark Knight to face off against.

Apart from the news that Andy Muschietti will direct a future “Batman: The Brave and the Bold” film, details about Batman’s world within the DC Universe are still undisclosed. David Corenswet’s “Superman” movie is set to release in eight months, while a “Green Lantern” HBO series is being expedited. However, information regarding the future of Batman and his extensive roster of villains remains scarce. But according to Gunn, Deathstroke, who has a history of live-action appearances on shows like “Smallville,” “Titans,” “Arrow,” and “Justice League,” might have a role in his upcoming universe.

When a fan wondered on Threads if James Gunn had any ideas or plans for Slade Wilson in the DC Universe, he responded with something that Deathstroke enthusiasts would undoubtedly be thrilled to hear: “Affirmative, affirmative.” However, it’s still uncertain whether this is connected to the alleged Bane and Deathstroke project said to be underway at DC Studios, which has been linked to _Captain America: Brave New World_ writer Matthew Orton. Gunn also didn’t clarify if Deathstroke would serve as the primary antagonist in the upcoming _Batman: The Brave and the Bold_ movie.

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Deathstroke’s anticipated debut is possibly the most significant for a DC Universe villain to date, following Nicholas Hoult’s confirmation as Lex Luthor in Superman. If his screen appearance occurs – something fans will undoubtedly hope for such a prominent villain – it would mark his second outing, having made a brief appearance in the post-credits scene of 2017’s Justice League, where Joe Manganiello first donned the iconic eye patch and yellow-black armor.

However, for those still attached to Zack Snyder and his now-defunct DC Extended Universe—unofficially dubbed the Snyderverse—this news might be bittersweet. Even before the release of Justice League, plans were already in motion for Joe Manganiello’s Deathstroke and Ben Affleck’s Batman to square up in a solo Batman movie. It’s clear that it never came to fruition. Yet, the idea of an epic showdown between Deathstroke and Batman on the big screen, with action scenes reminiscent of Batman: Arkham Origins, never died. Now, it appears Gunn’s DCU may finally offer that long-desired battle.

As an ardent fan, I can’t help but feel that Alexander Manganiello’s opportunity to once again embody Slade Wilson might have come through Leslie Grace’s abandoned Batgirl film. Given his current engagements with Netflix’s One Piece and the DCU’s new beginning, a reprisal seems quite unlikely. Yet, our hopes remain high that James Gunn will offer Deathstroke the portrayal he truly deserves, given his ruthless demeanor and extraordinary combat skills.

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2024-12-01 19:26