James Gunn Directing DC's Next 'Super-Family' Movie
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As the co-head of DC Studios, James Gunn is likely a pretty busy guy, but not too busy to direct more superhero blockbusters. During Warner Bros. Discovery's earnings call, CEO David Zaslav confirmed Gunn will write and direct "the next installment in the Super-Family."
What remains to be seen is exactly what Zaslav means by "the next installment in the Super-Family." We know he isn't talking about next year's "Supergirl" since that's being helmed by Craig Gillespie.
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The obvious assumption is that he's directing a direct sequel to this year's "Superman." Indeed, Gunn has already indicated he's writing the next DC film to star David Corenswet as the iconic Man of Steel.
David Corenswet in "Superman".
David Corenswet in "Superman".
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But so far no one has proven willing to say exactly what project Gunn is now writing and directing.
In the same earnings call, Zaslav revealed "The Batman: Part II" will begin filming in the the spring of 2026, with Matt Reeves writing and directing. Robert Pattinson is returning to the titular role, and Colin Farrell will once again play the Penguin.
Things seem promising for DC so far. Despite weaker than expected international ticket sales, domestic ticket sales for "Superman" have surpassed any previous solo films featuring the character, so far soaring past $320 million. Its global take so far is $559 million.
In a couple of weeks, HBO Max will see the premiere of "Peacemaker" Season 2, which begins a month after the events of "Superman."
Along with featuring appearances by "Superman" actors Frank Grillo, Nathan Fillion, and Isabela Merced, Gunn has hinted there might even be bigger cameos on the way for "Peacemaker."
Next June will see the release of "Supergirl," based heavily on the Tom King/Bilquis Evely miniseries "Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow." Milly Alcock made a cameo as a drunken Supergirl in "Superman," giving an interesting preview of how her film will differ from her cousin's.
Some time in 2026 we also expect the release of the series "Lanterns," with members of the Green Lantern Corps tackling a "True Detective" style murder mystery.
Next September, DC looks to frighten audiences with the body horror film "Clayface," based on the eponymous Batman villain. Tom Rhys Harries has been cast as Matt Hagen/Clayface for the feature.
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