Superman Director James Gunn Teases Next DCU Movie He’ll Direct

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Superman Director James Gunn Teases Next DCU Movie He'll Direct

Key Takeaways

  • Director James Gunn is already considering his next DCU movie from a few promising options.
  • The success of “Superman” may influence the future of the DCU under Gunn’s creative direction.
  • Warner Bros. likely hopes for a box office hit and critical acclaim for Gunn’s vision of Superman.

As a seasoned comic book fan and DC Universe enthusiast, I can hardly contain my excitement about James Gunn’s next move within the DCU! After witnessing his brilliant work with “Superman,” I have high hopes that he will continue to breathe new life into these iconic characters.

As a devoted fan, I’m thrilled to share that the visionary behind Superman, James Gunn, is already brainstorming his subsequent project within the DC Universe. The head honcho at DC Studios hinted that there are multiple intriguing possibilities waiting to be selected for his next masterpiece.

The upcoming summer release of “Superman” kicks off the new DC Universe (DCU) franchise from Gunn, although the animated series “Creature Commandos” was the first project announced. Nevertheless, Gunn refers to “Creature Commandos” as a sneak peek into what’s to come with the DCU, while “Superman” marks the official beginning of the franchise. With “Superman” currently in post-production, Gunn is busy ensuring its completion. However, he’s already thinking about the next DCU movie he will direct.

In a conversation with Collider, Gunn was inquired about the next DC Universe project he had selected. However, DC Studios chief admitted he hadn’t made his choice yet, but hinted at several potential DC Universe projects. Although Gunn didn’t disclose specifics about these projects, he did share his criteria for selecting one to direct:

Among several possibilities, I find this option suitable: “I have a few options to choose from. I’ll alternate between them to see which one resonates with me most. The one that does will be the one I proceed with.

Superman Director James Gunn Teases Next DCU Movie He'll Direct

Although some DCU projects might still be under wraps or unreported, enthusiasts are aware of several potential movies and series that could potentially be among the four possibilities he mentioned. The upcoming “The Authority” film, an undisclosed collaboration between Bane and Deathstroke, and a “Teen Titans” production have been rumored, but they don’t yet have confirmed screenwriters or directors attached to them. María Gabriela de Faría stars as The Engineer in the upcoming “Superman,” which might pave the way for “The Authority” movie. Given that Gunn is already acquainted with one of its characters, it’s plausible that he could consider directing “The Authority” movie. However, it’s important to note that this is all speculation, as Gunn may just as easily opt for a different project to direct instead.

The future of the DC Universe might be influenced by Superman’s performance. The DCEU has had several films that didn’t do well at the box office, and as it developed, Warner Bros. chose to make each project more self-contained. It seemed like the DC movie and TV franchise wasn’t keeping pace with Marvel Studios’ MCU, and not long after the merger of Discovery and WarnerMedia into Warner Bros. Discovery, the company decided to rework the DC movies, with Gunn taking over as the primary creative mind.

Fans are eagerly anticipating how director James Gunn will portray Superman in the upcoming DCU movie. However, Warner Bros. is aiming for a blockbuster success and positive reviews to validate their investment in Gunn’s vision. If Superman fails to perform well financially like many recent comic book movies, Warner Bros. might require Gunn to reconsider his approach. The future is uncertain, but it seems that the fate of Gunn’s Superman hinges on its box office performance.

Superman is scheduled to be released in theaters on July 11, 2025.

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2024-11-21 00:14