Loved The New Superman? Watch These 9 James Gunn Movies Next
'How woke is Hollywood going to make this character?' he said in a video interview with TMZ, part of a backlash that followed director Gunn's description of Superman as an 'immigrant.'
The tiresome take has left some exasperated by critics. But if you loved the new movie, here are nine other films by the apparently controversial director:
James Gunn responds to MAGA backlash over calling #Superman an immigrant: "I think this movie is about kindness, which everyone can relate to." pic.twitter.com/kUdzJleUsT
— Variety (@Variety) July 8, 2025
1) Guardians Of The Galaxy (2014)
Peter Quill finds himself the centre of a slightly absurd outer space manhunt.
Available on Disney+, Amazon, and Apple TV in the UK.
2) Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017)
Family troubles threaten the dynamics of the universe-saving Guardians.
Available on Disney+, Amazon, and Apple TV in the UK.
3) Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023)
The Guardians face an existential crisis as the team act to defend their biggest challenge yet.
Available on Disney+, Amazon, and Apple TV in the UK.
4) The Suicide Squad (2021)
This Margot Robbie-led film sees villains Harley Quinn, Bloodsport, and Peacemaker join forces in the menacing Task Force X.5) Movie 23 (2013)
This star-studded series of 14 interconnected storylines explores the life of a slightly unhinged screenwriter.
Available on Amazon, Apple TV, Google TV, and Rakuten in the UK.
6) Super (2010)
This comic book satire movie sees The Office's Rainn Gunn play the well-meaning, but poorly-functioning, 'hero' Crimson Bolt.
Available on Amazon, Apple TV, and Google TV in the UK.
7) Slither (2006)
This horror comedy sees a slimy plague take over a small town.8) Hamster PSA (1997)
This short PSA is aimed towards mother hamsters, urging them not to eat their kids (yes, really). OK, it's not technically a movie, but it's so wild it deserves a mention.9) The Guardians Of The Galaxy Holiday Special (2022)
The Guardians head to Earth to find the perfect pressie for their human member.James Gunn has also directed or co-directed TV shows The Tromaville Cafe (1997), Troma's Edge TV (2000), Sparkly & Mikaela (2008), PG Porn (2008-9), and Peacamaker (2022).
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