DC Eyeing Two 'Superman' TV Spinoffs
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Just as "Superman" celebrates its wide theatrical release, a report from the Wall Street Journal details DC Studios' upcoming strategy, including news that DC co-heads James Gunn and Peter Safran are already considering two TV spinoffs of the film.
According to the report, one of the series under consideration would center on Edi Gathegi's Mister Terrific. His character is a member of the Justice Gang in "Superman" and has proven a popular standout in reviews.
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The other series would focus on Skyler Gisondo's Jimmy Olsen. Focusing on a character like Olsen might seem strange for a superhero franchise, but it worked for DC Comics who ran a "Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen" comic for over 160 issues.
The series was even revived as recently as 2019.
David Corenswet in "Superman".
David Corenswet in "Superman".
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Along with revealing the two potential TV series, WSJ's report also discussed DC's goals for content output. The studio is looking to put out two live-action films per year, one animated film, and multiple TV series.
If true, then DC already has its two live-action films scheduled for 2026: "Supergirl" on June 26 and the body-horror flick "Clayface" on September 11.
On the TV side of things, DC's "Gods and Monsters" opened with the animated series "Creature Commandos" last December and the second season of "Peacemaker" comes out on August 21.
"Lanterns" is currently in post-production and doesn't have a firm release date yet. It's expected to stream on HBO Max some time in 2026.
Also, while no "Justice League" film has been officially announced, the plan is apparently for DC to re-establish all of its most iconic characters before releasing a "Justice League" team-up movie.
If true, then it's clear DC Studios is committed to taking things much more slowly than the DCEU.
"Superman" brings its titular hero into the DCU, next year's HBO series "Lanterns" introduces Green Lantern (other than Guy Gardner), and both "Batman" and "Wonder Woman" movies are in early development.
Depending on the make-up of the DCU's Justice League that leaves, potentially, Aquaman, The Flash, Cyborg, and Martian Manhunter.
"Superman" is currently playing in theaters. The film is written and directed by James Gunn. "Superman" stars David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan, Nicholas Hoult, Edi Gathegi, Anthony Carrigan, Nathan Fillion, and Isabela Merced.
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