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Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
James Gunn Shoots Down Wonder Woman DCU Casting Rumor
James Gunn has shot down a casting rumor. Gunn and Peter Safran's DCU officially launched in December 2024 with Creature Commandos Season 1. Gunn's Superman movie is now playing in United States theaters, while Peacemaker Season 2 arrives next month. DCU titles coming in 2026 include Lanterns, Supergirl, and Clayface. A Wonder Woman movie is also in the works at DC Studios and Warner Bros. Pictures. There have been no official announcements regarding a director or who may star as Diana Prince; however, one rumor going around on the internet is that DC is 'seeking an actress with a TV-centric resume, making to Supergirl's Milly Alcock.' What did James Gunn say about the Wonder Woman casting rumor? On Threads, Gunn said that this rumor was untrue. 'Nope,' he commented. 'And I'd never in a million years look for a major role based on whether they did TV, films, or whatever. It's all about the casting. I didn't cast Milly because of her past, but because she was the best one for the role (But we're also not basting WW, nor even discussing it, until a script is finished.' Variety recently said that the Wonder Woman movie was being 'fast-tracked' at Warner Bros. Studios; meaning, it's expected to come before Superman 2, as the outlet also reported that a 'sequel announcement does not appear to be imminent' at this time.' Gunn also commented about to on Threads, saying, 'It's a priority but I wouldn't call that fast-tracked. Nothing is going to be shoot unless we're as sure as we can be that the script is good.' There's another Wonder Woman-related project in development at DC Studios: Paradise Lost, which is a television series set on the island of Themyscira before the birth of Diana. The project was initially announced in 2023, and there haven't been any concrete updates on it in some time. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'Wonder Woman' movie 'a priority' for DC, but not 'fast-tracked,' James Gunn clarifies
The co-head of DC Studios is once again clearing up some misconceptions about an upcoming project. James Gunn, the co-head of DC Studios with Peter Safran, is once again clearing up some confusion around an upcoming project. Gunn, also the writer and director of the new Superman movie, previously broke the news to Entertainment Weekly that a Wonder Woman movie was in development, saying it's "being written right now." With Superman now surpassing $300 million at the global box office, Variety published a report on the status of the DC franchise. According to the trade's sourcing, Wonder Woman is now being fast-tracked. Responding to fan inquiries on social media platform Threads, Gunn clarified the situation. "It's a priority, but I wouldn't call that fast-tracked," the filmmaker and studio head honcho wrote Friday. "Nothing is going to be shot unless we're as sure as we can be that the script is good." Gunn also confirmed there's no truth to any online rumors that DC Studios is currently casting for the role of the Amazon warrior from Themyscira. To that, he simply wrote, "Nope." However, he went into greater detail regarding claims that the studio is "seeking an actress with a TV-centric résumé," like Milly Alcock, who broke out on HBO's House of the Dragon season 1 before landing the Supergirl role. "I'd never in a million years look for a major role based on whether they did TV, films, or whatever," Gunn replied. "It's all about the casting. I didn't cast Milly because of her past, but because she was the best one for the role. (But we're also not casting WW, nor even discussing it, until a script is finished)." Starring David Corenswet as Clark Kent/Kal-El, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, Superman opened last weekend on July 11 and super-charged the new DC universe Gunn and his team are launching. In a recent chat with EW, Gunn confirmed that there are direct ties to Peacemaker season 2, the next DCU project, which is set to arrive on HBO Max on Aug. 21. Supergirl, starring Alcock, will then arrive in theaters on June 26, 2026. Though they don't have premiere dates yet, Lanterns, the Green Lantern HBO Max drama starring Aaron Pierre as John Stewart and Kyle Chandler as Hal Jordan, is finishing up filming, while the Clayface body-horror movie, starring Tom Rhys Harries, plans to shoot this year.A number of other projects, some already announced in some form, are in the works, including Wonder Woman and a Batman movie. During a previous interview with EW, Gunn confirmed past comments made to Warner Bros. leadership that the characters of Superman, Batman, Supergirl, and Wonder Woman are crucial to the franchise. "I wouldn't say only those four characters," he said, "but I would say that those four characters are incredibly important to us. Right now, I feel great about where two of those characters are, and then we're dealing with the other two." Read the original article on Entertainment Weekly Solve the daily Crossword
India.com
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Amid Massive 'Superman' Success, Makers Drop 'Supergirl' First Look
Los Angeles: Amid the success of 'Superman', the makers on Wednesday unveiled the first look of 'Supergirl' featuring Milly Alcock. Milly Alcock plays the Maid of Might in the Craig Gillespie-directed. Filmmaker James Gunn took to X and shared the poster of Supergirl on social media with the caption, "Look Out. 2026." The film is all set to hit the theatres on June 26, 2026. Milly made a cameo as Supergirl in the Superman film near the end. This film, based on the comic by Tom King and Bilquis Evely, presents a darker and more intense Supergirl than fans are used to. According to Variety, in his first presentation of the DC Studios slate with co-chief Peter Safran, Gunn shared that "she is not exactly the Supergirl we're used to seeing." This version of Kara Zor-El grew up witnessing the destruction of Krypton, giving her a harder who is best known for her role in HBO's House of the Dragon, plays the iconic superhero. She is joined by Matthias Schoenaerts, who stars as the villain Krem of the Yellow Hills; Eve Ridley as Ruthye Marye Knoll, the girl who recruits Supergirl to bring Krem to justice; and David Krumholtz and Emily Beecham as Supergirl's parents. Fans will also see Jason Momoa as the alien mercenary Lobo and the much-loved Krypto the Superdog.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
DC fans are convinced the Supergirl actress in James Gunn's Superman was cast after her hilarious drunk appearance accepting a Golden Globe for House of the Dragon
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. DC fans are convinced that Supergirl actress Milly Alcock was cast after her viral appearance at the 2023 Golden Globes – and while it may not be exactly the truth, we can definitely see it. Kara Zor-El cameos at the end of James Gunn's Superman when she rocks up at the Fortress of Solitude after an intergalactic bender to pick up her dog, Krypto, who her cousin Kal-El has been dogsitting (and promptly leaves to head to another party). "After watching Superman, I really do think Milly Alcock drunk at the Golden Globes sparked this casting," posted one fan. "Milly Alcock at the Golden Globes drunk and silly is so Kara-coded. Perfect Supergirl casting imo," said another. "They saw Milly Alcock drunk at the Golden Globes and knew that was Supergirl," echoed someone else. A clip of Alcock went viral after the Golden Globes in 2023 after she was very giggly – and most likely quite tipsy – on stage while accepting the award for Best Drama Series with her House of the Dragon co-star Emma D'Arcy. Alcock and D'Arcy played two versions of Rhaenyra Targaryen in the Game of Thrones prequel, and it was her performance in the HBO show that actually convinced Gunn to cast her in Supergirl. "Well over a year ago, when I had only read the comics, I was watching House of the Dragon & thought she might have the edge, grace, and authenticity we needed for the DCU's Supergirl," Gunn shared after her casting was announced in January 2024. "And now here we are. Life is wild sometimes." Supergirl arrives in theaters on June 26, 2026. For more on the DCU Chapter One, check out our Superman review or get up to speed with the Superman ending explained with our spoiler-heavy guide. Solve the daily Crossword
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Amid success of 'Superman', first look of 'Supergirl' unveiled
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Amid the success of 'Superman', the makers on Wednesday unveiled the first look of 'Supergirl' featuring Milly Alcock . Milly Alcock plays the Maid of Might in the Craig Gillespie-directed. Filmmaker James Gunn took to X and shared the poster of Supergirl on social media with the caption, "Look Out. 2026." The film is all set to hit the theatres on June 26, 2026. "She is not exactly the Supergirl we're used to seeing" Milly made a cameo as Supergirl in the Superman film near the end. This film, based on the comic by Tom King and Bilquis Evely, presents a darker and more intense Supergirl than fans are used to. According to Variety, in his first presentation of the DC Studios slate with co-chief Peter Safran, Gunn shared that "she is not exactly the Supergirl we're used to seeing." Introducing the cast This version of Kara Zor-El grew up witnessing the destruction of Krypton, giving her a harder who is best known for her role in HBO's House of the Dragon, plays the iconic superhero. She is joined by Matthias Schoenaerts, who stars as the villain Krem of the Yellow Hills; Eve Ridley as Ruthye Marye Knoll, the girl who recruits Supergirl to bring Krem to justice; and David Krumholtz and Emily Beecham as Supergirl's parents. Fans will also see Jason Momoa as the alien mercenary Lobo and the much-loved Krypto the Superdog.
