https://movieweb.com The latest news on the DC Universe Fri, 11 Aug 2023 18:18:37 GMT en-US hourly 60 Is all set for the long-awaited debut of Jaime Reyes' debut on the big screen. As Blue Beetle's release approaches, the first reactions to the latest DCU adventure are in to celebrate the raise of a new hero.

]]> Fri, 11 Aug 2023 18:18:37 GMT https://movieweb.com/blue-beetle-first-reactions/ In some of her recent interviews for Netflix movie Heart of Stone, Gal Gadot has seemed to suggest that Wonder Woman 3 is actively in some kind of development at DC Studios, with James Gunn and Peter Safran's DCU picking up where Patty Jenkins left off. Now, new reports from Collider and Variety have thrown some serious doubt on the claims, noting that "multiple sources" have confirmed that there is currently no Wonder Woman 3 in any kind of development, and that Paradise Lost, the prequel TV series featuring the Amazonian herione, is currently being developed at the moment. There are no further details available right now, but you can compare this new information with Gadot's original comments below and make up your own mind on the matter.

]]> Thu, 10 Aug 2023 21:38:16 GMT https://movieweb.com/wonder-woman-3-developed-gal-gadot-james-gunn/ Gal Gadot is definitely coming back as to play Diana Prince in Wonder Woman 3 as a part of James Gunn and Peter Safran's DCU. Earlier this month, the actress confirmed that a third movie of her adventures as the famous Amazon was in development, and now she offers more details about her future as the popular hero.

]]> Thu, 10 Aug 2023 19:56:48 GMT https://movieweb.com/gal-gadot-wonder-woman-3-best-hands/ James Gunn dodges the Grant Gustin question in a “Flash.” Out of the demise of the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) will rise James Gunn and Peter Safran’s DC Universe (DCU). For the sake of all fans, the move will hopefully be more instrumental than simply dropping the “E” in DCEU. But Gunn refuses to give a definitive answer to whether the CW’s Flash/Barry Allen (Gustin) will appear in his DCU.

]]> Wed, 09 Aug 2023 22:11:10 GMT https://movieweb.com/james-gunn-addresses-speculation-that-grant-gustins-flash-is-dcu-bound/ The new DCU is slowly taking form and David Harbour is happy to be a part of it thanks to Creature Commandos. Last year, James Gunn was announced as the new co-CEO of DC Studios, a new division from Warner Bros. Discovery in charge of every project related to the characters from the comic book company, which he leads along with Peter Safran.

]]> Tue, 08 Aug 2023 19:09:15 GMT https://movieweb.com/david-harbour-excited-creature-commandos-character/ Blue Beetle is determined to be a moderate but considerable success even if that exclusively depends on the fans hard work to promote the movie, which it seems to be working out.

]]> Tue, 08 Aug 2023 14:42:58 GMT https://movieweb.com/blue-beetle-box-office-low-better-expected/ Blue Beetle is just a few days away of its release, and as it has already become a tradition within the superhero genre, will include post-credit scenes teasing what's next for the character played by Cobra Kai's Xolo Mariduena.

]]> Mon, 07 Aug 2023 19:16:42 GMT https://movieweb.com/blue-beetles-post-credit-scenes-confirmed/ David Corenswet's Man of Steel is ready to show the world who he is under Clark Kent's glasses in Superman: Legacy fan made trailer, anticipating the first official movie from James Gunn's DCU.

]]> Mon, 07 Aug 2023 17:07:19 GMT https://movieweb.com/superman-legacy-fan-trailer-unexpected/ In an era where fans eagerly await the next move from leading entertainment powerhouses, DC Studios has strategically placed its chess pieces for an intriguing reimagining of their universe. As newly appointed co-CEOs James Gunn and Peter Safran unveil their plan to reshape the extended universe, the first gleams of creativity have started shining through the projects under the banner of DC Studios Chapter One: Gods and Monsters.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 23:00:34 GMT https://movieweb.com/james-gunn-unveils-the-episode-count-for-dcs-creature-commandos/ Gal Gadot didn’t realize who Henry Cavill’s replacement was. Fan of the DC Comics have known for a while that James Gunn and Peter Safran are shifting away from the old DCEU and forging a new Detective Comics Universe (DCU). It officially kicks off with Superman: Legacy in 2025, but the actor who has brought Wonder Woman to life on the big screen since Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016) didn’t realize David Corenswet was the new actor hired to portray Superman.

]]> Wed, 02 Aug 2023 20:38:19 GMT https://movieweb.com/gal-gadot-didnt-know-david-corenswet-was-the-new-superman/ Superman almost returned to the animated format in the movie adaptation of one of the character's most acclaimed and popular stories from the comics, Kingdom Come. Unfortunately, the project was ultimately scrapped at DC Studios.

]]> Wed, 02 Aug 2023 19:23:47 GMT https://movieweb.com/kingdom-come-movie-scrapped-dc-studios/ Cobra Kai star Xolo Maridueña will soon join the pantheon of superheroes in Blue Beetle, and the actor has revealed that discussions have taken place between himself and co-CEO of DC Studios James Gunn regarding the character’s future in the rebooted DCU. Discussing the movie with Fandango alongside the rest of the Blue Beetle cast, Maridueña offered details of his talks with Gunn, with Blue Beetle’s future dependent on how well the first outing does with audiences.

]]> Wed, 02 Aug 2023 11:25:14 GMT https://movieweb.com/blue-beetle-xolo-mariduea-future-dcu-james-gunn/ A fascinating revelation has come to light about the course of the DC Universe's animated ventures, thanks to James Gunn, one of the captains steering this vast ship. In a realm where cinema evolves constantly, DC Universe is ensuring that its fans have plenty to anticipate in the coming years.

]]> Tue, 01 Aug 2023 21:01:56 GMT https://movieweb.com/james-gunn-reveals-the-next-big-leap-in-dcus-animation-projects/ Blue Beetle's director Angel Manuel Soto is confident about the return of the character in the future of the DCU despite the current changes undergoing in the franchise, now that James Gunn and Peter Safran are taking over.

]]> Tue, 01 Aug 2023 16:15:45 GMT https://movieweb.com/bluee-beetle-director-jaime-reyes-future-dcu/ The Academy Award-winning Marvel outing, Black Panther, has been voted the greatest superhero movie of all time. And fans of Zack Snyder are not happy. In what’s sure to be a controversial list of the top 50 superhero movies ever made put together by Rolling Stone, Black Panther was found to be number one, while Zack Snyder’s Justice League has been put at number fifty. But this isn’t the reason why fans have been left shaking their heads. No, when the list was first shared Zack Snyder’s Justice League was at the tippy top, with the publication having shared the list in reverse. By mistake, presumably.

]]> Mon, 31 Jul 2023 16:38:05 GMT https://movieweb.com/black-panther-voted-greatest-superhero-movie-zack-snyder-fans-arent-happy/ Zack Snyder, once at the helm of the expansive and darkly-tinged SnyderVerse, has emerged once more from the shadows, not as a director but as an avid supporter of the upcoming reboot of the DC Universe. In the dynamic realm of superhero cinema, legacies are built on daring ideas, memorable characters, and – most importantly – unwavering passion from those who breathe life into these tales.

]]> Sun, 30 Jul 2023 23:51:14 GMT https://movieweb.com/zack-snyder-applauds-the-first-hero-from-dcs-cinematic-rebirth/ Susan Sarandon will try and give the Blue Beetle a run for his money this summer. A stalwart in Hollywood — she started acting in 1970 — Sarandon has never appeared in either the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) or even the now defunct DCEU films that officially took their curtain call with The Flash. However, Sarandon didn’t hesitate to sign on and play the evil, power-hungry Victoria Kord in the Blue Beetle because of the film’s director, Angel Manuel Soto.

]]> Sat, 29 Jul 2023 11:50:26 GMT https://movieweb.com/blue-beetle-susan-sarandon-reveals-why-she-signed-on-for-superhero-movie-role/ Warner Bros. Discovery has teamed up with DC to send soaring a collection of Blue Beetle merch in honor of the DC Super Hero’s first feature film. The collection includes toys, collectibles, apparel, books, and much more, with the studio inviting everyone into the world of comic book fan-favorite, Blue Beetle, with a new merchandise collection inspired by the upcoming action adventure from Warner Bros. Pictures. You can check out some images and details of this Blue Beetle merchandise below.

]]> Fri, 28 Jul 2023 17:20:43 GMT https://movieweb.com/blue-beetle-merch/ The beloved animated classic, Batman: Mask of the Phantasm, is getting the 4K Blu-ray treatment in celebration of its 30th anniversary, and a newly released trailer shows off the noir DC tale in all its glory. Coming courtesy of Warner Bros. Entertainment, the remastered Batman: Mask of the Phantasm is due to be released in September, with the movie featuring the late, great Kevin Conroy as Batman alongside Mark Hamill as The Joker. Check out the trailer for the 4K release of Batman: Mask of the Phantasm below.

]]> Thu, 27 Jul 2023 14:21:14 GMT https://movieweb.com/batman-mask-of-the-phantasm-trailer-4k-blu-ray/ Director Andy Muschietti has revealed the tragic reason behind Michael Keaton’s Batman walking away from the cape and cowl in The Flash. And it’s pretty dark. Discussing the DC outing in a new behind-the-scenes featurette released courtesy of Warner Bros. Entertainment, Muschietti explains that Keaton’s Dark Knight decided to retire from being a superhero after killing a criminal in front of their child and thus going against his code and mirroring the event that led him to become Batman in the first place.

]]> Wed, 26 Jul 2023 09:17:27 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-flash-director-reveals-tragic-reason-why-batman-retired/ The DCU's last proper ensemble film Justice League (2017) was arguably the biggest fumble in the previous era of the franchise.

]]> Mon, 24 Jul 2023 20:34:06 GMT https://movieweb.com/james-gunn-quashes-rumors-about-making-a-justice-league-movie/ There is still every chance that James Gunn and Peter Safran will have an uphill struggle when they finally kick off their new DCU in 2025, especially when box office projections for the “first confirmed DCU character” Blue Beetle are predicting one of the lowest DC movie openings ever. However, in contrast, since Gunn and Safran’s plans were announced, sales of many DC comics have doubled or even tripled.

]]> Sun, 23 Jul 2023 21:04:44 GMT https://movieweb.com/james-gunn-and-peter-safrans-dcu-takeover-has-already-had-an-unexpected-impact-on-dc-comics/ DC Studios is getting to new animated movies. While many changes are being made in the official canon of the franchise that has James Gunn and Peter Safran as the main leaders, the company is taking a pause from releasing movies on the big screen after Blue Beetle and Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, at least until Superman: Legacy arrives in 2025. But that won't stop them from making new animated titles, and two major projects have been announced.

]]> Sat, 22 Jul 2023 17:44:55 GMT https://movieweb.com/dc-studios-watchmen-crisis-on-infinite-earths-animated-movies/ As a follow-up to the hit movie Aquaman, starring Jason Momoa and directed by James Wan, which surprisingly made $1.148 billion worldwide, Aquaman: The Lost Kingdom is expected to release later this year. However, the film has trouble adjusting to the new schedule due to multiple reshoots and drama surrounding the studio.

]]> Fri, 21 Jul 2023 15:14:29 GMT https://movieweb.com/trouble-in-atlantis-dc-studios-order-multiple-reshoots-for-aquaman-sequel/ San Diego Comic Con 2023 is now underway, and we have several images from the event. Displaying all manner of costumes, props, and more from the likes of such major franchises as Star Wars, the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and the world of DC, SDCC once again looks like a comic fan’s dream come real and offers a closer look at the work and level of detail that goes into bringing some of our favorite movies to life. Check out a few of the images from SDCC below.

]]> Fri, 21 Jul 2023 15:02:47 GMT https://movieweb.com/comic-con-images-reveal-star-wars-marvel-and-dc-costumes-props-more/ Director Matt Reeves’ critically acclaimed DC outing, The Batman, tops the list of most complaints received by the British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) in 2022. According to a report by Deadline, The Batman was met with 22 complaints, which were aimed at the movie’s 15 rating. A rating that is equivalent to an R rating in the US and meant that no one under the age of 15 could see the movie. But the complaints were not about the content of The Batman, instead they came from kids younger than 15 who were eager to see The Dark Knight once again take to the big screen.

]]> Thu, 20 Jul 2023 11:43:47 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-batman-met-with-most-complaints-in-2022/ Co-CEO of DC Studios, Peter Safran, has revealed that he and fellow CEO James Gunn will strive to make the DCU as accessible as possible, with the shared universe allowing for newcomers and limiting the need to binge-watch everything before seeing the latest movie of TV show. Speaking with Vanity Fair, Safran declared their hopes to “minimize” confusion felt by audiences in order to “maximize” entertainment and enjoyment.

]]> Wed, 12 Jul 2023 09:19:00 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-dcu-will-minimize-need-to-binge-watch-prior-projects/ With exactly two years to go before its premiere in theaters, and a few days after announcing its main protagonists, Superman: Legacy adds three other great stars. They join a cast that already includes David Corenswet and Rachel Borsnahan to play Clark Kent and Lois Lane.

]]> Tue, 11 Jul 2023 23:13:08 GMT https://movieweb.com/superman-legacy-isabela-merced-nathan-fillion-edi-gathegi-key-characters/ The latest trailer for the DC outing Blue Beetle reveals a further glimpse at the exciting origin story of the superhero. Released courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures, Blue Beetle finds Cobra Kai star Xolo Maridueña taking the lead as Blue Beetle makes his debut on the big screen next month. Check out the newly released trailer for Blue Beetle below, via Entertainment Tonight.

]]> Tue, 11 Jul 2023 19:15:27 GMT https://movieweb.com/blue-beetle-trailer-reveals-more-of-the-first-outing-in-the-dcu/ Cobra Kai star Xolo Maridueña has teased crowd-pleasing cameos in his upcoming superhero origin story, Blue Beetle. Speaking with The Wrap, Maridueña describes Blue Beetle as Green Lantern-meets-Iron Man, and hints that the DC outing will feature appearances from several familiar faces but keeps things close to the chest regarding whose faces they might be...

]]> Tue, 11 Jul 2023 10:22:28 GMT https://movieweb.com/blue-beetle-star-xolo-mariduea-teases-several-dc-cameos/ Bill Skarsgård is one of the candidates to join James Gunn's DCU. Shortly before it was revealed that David Corenswet and Rachel Borsnahan will play Clark Kent and Lois Lane in Superman: Legacy, a report revealed that both Bill and his brother Alexander Skarsgård were on the shortlist of candidates to join the project as Lex Luthor.

]]> Sat, 08 Jul 2023 21:26:11 GMT https://movieweb.com/bill-skarsgrd-dcu-joker-fan-art/ While James Gunn finished his work with the Marvel Cinematic Universe with the release of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, chances are he will continue to keep working with Pom Klementieff. In the MCU, Klementieff played the role of Mantis, one of the titular Guardians from Gunn's films. Gunn is now fully committed to building the new DCU with Peter Safran for Warner Bros. and DC Studios, focusing on DC-based projects like Superman: Legacy. And it seems like he's wanting to bring along some of his favorite performers, like Klementieff, for these new endeavors.

]]> Sat, 08 Jul 2023 13:02:35 GMT https://movieweb.com/pom-klementieff-to-join-dcu-with-jim-gunn/ Warning: This article contains spoilers for Blue Beetle.

]]> Wed, 05 Jul 2023 14:22:38 GMT https://movieweb.com/blue-beetle-confirms-the-death-of-a-key-character/ Get ready, DC fans, as the curtain is set to rise on a new hero: Blue Beetle. Audiences can look forward to seeing Jaime Reyes, the teenage college graduate with powers beyond imagination, who'll be brought to life by Xolo Maridueña.

]]> Wed, 05 Jul 2023 12:19:37 GMT https://movieweb.com/blue-beetle-star-praises-coolest-cgi-suit-in-action-new-photos/ James Gunn already found the Superman of his DCU. David Corenswet will become the Man of Steel in Superman: Legacy, the first official DC Studios film that will mark an official new beginning for the comic company's extended universe alongside Warner Bros. Discovery.

]]> Wed, 05 Jul 2023 01:32:39 GMT https://movieweb.com/david-corenswet-jensen-ackles-adria-arjona-dcu-trinity-fan-art/ Kyle Gallner may have excelled as a speedster in Smallville, but the actor is very clear that if he returned to the DCU, Green Arrow would be the character he would choose to play.

]]> Mon, 03 Jul 2023 20:24:44 GMT https://movieweb.com/smallville-star-campaign-play-green-arrow-dcu/ James Gunn’s DCU looks like it will doing things its own way, reviving the comic book universe and attempting to make it the success that its previous iteration failed to become. According to director James Mangold, who will be helming the new Swamp Thing movie, that looks to include some potential changes to the origins of some characters.

]]> Fri, 30 Jun 2023 14:10:33 GMT https://movieweb.com/james-mangold-suggests-dcus-swamp-thing-origin-will-be-changed-from-his-comic-appearance/ Director James Wan has revealed that the upcoming DC sequel, Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, will be a standalone comic book movie outing. Speaking with Comicbook.com, Wan explained that the Aquaman sequel will largely stand apart from the rest of the DC cinematic universe, which is sure to come as a major positive considering that this version of the DC universe will soon come to an end.

]]> Fri, 30 Jun 2023 10:15:55 GMT https://movieweb.com/aquaman-and-the-lost-kingdom-will-be-standalone/ The Flash seemed to be setting itself up as a big DCEU event that would reset the comic book universe, deliver a host of cameos and variants that Marvel Studios has been promising but so far failed to show in their multiverse, and generally make all the box office problems of Black Adam and Shazam! Fury of the Gods go away. Instead, the film’s lacklustre opening weekend and subsequent 70%+ drop in week on week numbers has now left the film as one of their biggest bombs.

]]> Thu, 29 Jun 2023 13:31:19 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-flashs-box-office-more-disastrous-than-if-the-movie-had-been-scrapped/ Following months of speculation, the DCU has found its new Superman in Pearl and The Politician star David Corenswet. The casting of Corenswet, alongside The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel star Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, has now been confirmed by writer, director, and DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn himself. But, what do Superman fans, and Man of Steel star Henry Cavill fans, think of the decision? Well, they have taken to social media to let us all know...

]]> Wed, 28 Jun 2023 09:57:11 GMT https://movieweb.com/henry-cavill-superman-fans-react-to-david-corenswet-casting/ The massive revamp of the DCU franchise, which is being orchestrated by acclaimed director James Gunn, is a huge move in one of the most lucrative niches of the film industry that's undoubtedly being closely watched by fans, be it those of the comics and/or those who liked at least some of the previous cinematic adaptations. The person whose perhaps most aware of the near-astronomical expectations of what's to come is of course Gunn himself. In a report from The Direct, the director recently sat down with the Inside of You podcast for an interview about the road ahead with the DCU, and how he expected backlash from the moment of the first announcement.

]]> Mon, 26 Jun 2023 21:36:24 GMT https://movieweb.com/james-gunn-braced-for-fan-backlash-when-taking-over-the-dcu/ Warning: This article contains SPOILERS for The Flash from the outset.

]]> Thu, 22 Jun 2023 10:00:26 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-flash-most-surprising-cameo-was-filmed-in-person/ Blue Beetle has been something of an anomaly in the world of DC movies. Having originally been planned as a Max exclusive along with Batgirl, the Xolo Maridueña-led superhero movie managed to avoid the fate of Leslie Grace’s DCEU movie and was instead given its own theatrical release. It seems that not only that, but the film had found itself as part of James Gunn and Peter Safran’s new vision for the comic book universe that really gets started with Superman: Legacy in 2025, and according to its director is part of a planned trilogy of movies featuring the Latino hero.

]]> Thu, 22 Jun 2023 00:08:12 GMT https://movieweb.com/blue-beetle-james-gunn-dcu-role-confirmed-trilogy/ As the hype continues to build for the premiere of James Gunn's first new-era DCU film Superman: Legacy, the biggest question still stands at the forefront: who is worthy to pick up the cape next as Superman, and as Lois Lane? Since the departure of both Henry Cavill and Amy Adams as both characters respectively, there have been very big shoes to fill, and James Gunn has been hard at work with what is undoubtedly an incredibly difficult selection process. However, per a report from CBR and a tweet from Gunn himself, apparently that process has been progressing very well, the director having nothing but the highest praise for every audition and utter excitement for who will ultimately land the role.

]]> Mon, 19 Jun 2023 18:11:33 GMT https://movieweb.com/james-gunn-blown-away-by-screen-tests-for-leads-in-superman-legacy/ After several weeks of rumors, The Flash director Andy Muschietti will direct the DCU Batman reboot, The Brave and the Bold, with the filmmaker being chosen by DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn for the job. The hiring of Muschietti has been confirmed via Variety, with Gunn and his fellow DC Studios co-CEO Peter Safran releasing a joint statement in which they heap praise on the director and his affinity for bringing the world of DC to life.

]]> Fri, 16 Jun 2023 11:29:40 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-flash-director-andy-muschietti-will-direct-the-brave-and-the-bold/ James Gunn is ready to leave the MCU behind. After the premiere of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, with which he managed to close the story of the popular team of misfits, he’s finally moving into the DCU as co-CEO of DC Studios with Peter Safran.

]]> Fri, 16 Jun 2023 11:15:51 GMT https://movieweb.com/james-gunn-major-difference-dcu-mcu/ The Flash hits theaters tomorrow, although in some countries the Andy Muschietti-directed film is already available for fans to enjoy. For weeks there have been screenings as a preview, although the vast majority were unfinished versions of the movie.

]]> Thu, 15 Jun 2023 23:09:10 GMT https://movieweb.com/andy-muschietti-on-criticized-wonky-vfx-the-flash/ The Flash may be set to give the DCU a soft reboot this weekend, but a decade ago the DCEU began with Zack Snyder’s Man of Steel. A reboot of the Superman franchise and the first chapter in the director’s planned universe, the film saw Henry Cavill step up to play the dual role of Clark Kent and Superman, and fans were instantly on board with his performance as the iconic comic book character. While things didn’t exactly go to plan further down the line, Snyder shared a Vero post in celebration of the 10th anniversary of the movie’s release on Wednesday. In the post Snyder commented:

]]> Thu, 15 Jun 2023 15:32:33 GMT https://movieweb.com/man-of-steel-10th-anniversary-zack-snyder-the-flash-soft-reboots-the-dceu/ A sequel to The Flash could happen should the Andy Muschietti directed, Ezra Miller starring DC outing do well enough at the box office. According to a report by The Wrap, the studio is considering moving ahead with a follow-up using the script that has already been written by Aquaman and Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom scribe David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick.

]]> Wed, 14 Jun 2023 10:23:33 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-flash-2-could-still-happen/ James Gunn has a tough task ahead of him to bring the DCU back from the brink of disaster and make it a force to be reckoned with in the world of comic book movies and TV shows. Despite noting on multiple occasions that he does not see Marvel and DC as being in competition with each other, it is obvious that Gunn’s new slate of movies will have to compete with the well-established continuing story of the MCU, whether he likes it or not.

]]> Tue, 13 Jun 2023 22:57:40 GMT https://movieweb.com/james-gunn-says-traditional-heroes-and-fictional-cities-will-set-dcu-apart-from-the-mcu/ Controversial actor Ezra Miller made a rare public appearance at the premiere for the DC outing The Flash last night, and made their first comments regarding the standalone superhero movie. Appearing at the premiere in Los Angeles, Miller walked the red carpet (via Deadline) alongside The Flash co-stars Ben Affleck and Sasha Calle, and was introduced by director Andy Muschietti.

]]> Tue, 13 Jun 2023 11:30:30 GMT https://movieweb.com/ezra-miller-makes-appearance-at-the-flash-premiere/ James Gunn's DCU is slowly beginning to take shape. Almost five months after the announcement of the first projects that will be part of the first phase of the new stage of the franchise, Gods & Monsters, the first series and films of the new canon are already in development.

]]> Mon, 12 Jun 2023 19:47:35 GMT https://movieweb.com/james-gunn-no-way-to-using-ai-dcu-animated/ Thanos creator Jim Starlin has seen The Flash and has a few things to say about how DC celebrates comic book writers very differently than Marvel does.

]]> Mon, 12 Jun 2023 15:49:26 GMT https://movieweb.com/thanos-creator-the-flash-something-different-marvel/ James Gunn is actively working on the development of Gods & Monster, the first phase of the new DCU, which will include the debut of a new Man of Steel in Superman: Legacy.

]]> Sat, 10 Jun 2023 10:16:56 GMT https://movieweb.com/superman-legacy-introduce-major-dc-group/ A new report reveals that some at Warner Bros. Pictures were left “bemused” by the marketing for The Flash, and particularly the claims that it will stand as one of the greatest superhero movies ever made. According to The Hollywood Reporter, The Flash being unable to use controversial lead star Ezra Miller for marketing purposes, the studio instead “put the focus on the film itself.”

]]> Fri, 09 Jun 2023 10:00:43 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-flash-left-studio-bemused/ We may be edging closer to finding out who will next sport the red cape and blue spandex of Superman in the upcoming reboot Superman: Legacy, with insiders close to production revealing that Nicholas Hoult (The Great), David Corenswet (Pearl), and Tom Brittney (Grantchester) are gearing up for in-person screen tests. According to Deadline, these tests "will take place around Father’s Day weekend,” with the trio trying out for the lead role of Clark Kent aka the DC icon Superman.

]]> Fri, 09 Jun 2023 09:29:57 GMT https://movieweb.com/superman-legacy-screen-tests-soon-nicholas-hoult-david-corenswet/ The Justice League lead the resistance on a brutal planet in the newly released trailer for the upcoming DC animated movie, Justice League: Warworld. Released courtesy of Warner Bros. Entertainment, Justice League: Warworld finds the latest iteration of Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman coming together for the first time to stand for truth, justice, and all that good stuff. Check out the R rated new trailer for Justice League: Warworld below.

]]> Thu, 08 Jun 2023 14:56:19 GMT https://movieweb.com/justice-league-warworld-trailer/ The Flash director Andy Muschietti has now been confirmed as the “top choice” to helm the upcoming Batman movie, The Brave and the Bold. The DC outing will reboot The Dark Knight for James Gunn and Peter Safran’s recalibrated DCU, introducing a new version of the superhero icon as he fights crime and attempts to build relationship with his estranged son, Damian.

]]> Thu, 08 Jun 2023 10:13:10 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-flash-director-andy-muschietti-to-direct-batman-reboot-for-dcu/ Stephen Amell seems ready to let go of the Arrowverse and Oliver Queen, but he remains concerned about the future of the DCU. The actor was in charge of starring in the first official show of the television universe built by The CW, when Arrow premiered in 2012.

]]> Wed, 07 Jun 2023 14:32:52 GMT https://movieweb.com/stephen-amell-dcu-sending-mixed-messages-future-franchise/ The reviews for the long, long, long-awaited DC outing, The Flash, are now in. So, following the much publicized praise from the likes of James Gunn, Tom Cruise, and Stephen King, does The Flash reach the heights of being “one of the greatest superhero movies ever made.” Well, not quite, is the frustrating answer, as The Flash sprints to a ‘Fresh’ score of 73% on the review aggregator site Rotten Tomatoes.

]]> Wed, 07 Jun 2023 09:25:19 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-flash-rotten-tomatoes/ With the release of The Flash just around the corner, the eyes of DC fans are beginning to turn to the next big release in the franchise, Blue Beetle. Xolo Mariduena's debut as Jaime Reyes will take place in August, and he continues to announce surprises in advance of his premiere.

]]> Mon, 05 Jun 2023 19:25:37 GMT https://movieweb.com/becky-g-blue-beetle-major-role/ Witness Clark Kent's transformation into the DC icon Superman, Metropolis's guardian, in the latest trailer for the upcoming animated series, My Adventures with Superman. Released courtesy of Adult Swim, the latest footage from the series also reveals the premiere date, with the first two episodes now set to debut on July 6 on [adult swim], before becoming available to stream the following day on Max. Check out the new trailer and poster for My Adventures with Superman below.

]]> Mon, 05 Jun 2023 15:30:10 GMT https://movieweb.com/my-adventures-with-superman-teaser-offers-first-look-at-adult-swim-dc-series/ The Flash director Andy Muschietti and producer Barbara Muschietti had no Plan B should Batman Returns star Michael Keaton have said “no” to reprising the DC role all these years later. Speaking with Collider, the Muschietti’s revealed that, had Keaton not been interested in donning the cape and cowl again, The Flash would have ended up completely different. As Barbara Muschietti explains it...

]]> Fri, 02 Jun 2023 15:32:55 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-flash-director-did-not-have-a-plan-b-if-michael-keaton-said-no/ Director Andy Muschietti and producer Barbara Muschietti have spilled a few more details about The Flash, revealing that there are still plenty of surprises in store and declaring that the cameos were planned as a way to “honor the legacy of DC.” Speaking with Collider, the Andy Muschietti promised that, despite all the leaks, screenings, and revelations that have happened (including some from himself), there is still a lot for audiences to look forward to.

]]> Fri, 02 Jun 2023 14:28:31 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-flash-has-a-lot-of-surprises-will-honor-the-legacy-of-dc/ Everyone wants to be Superman. There is no doubt that within the huge list of possible superheroes that an actor or actress would like to play, the Man of Steel occupies the top positions along with Batman, Wonder Woman or Spider-Man. That is why the casting for Superman: Legacy is getting more and more interesting.

]]> Thu, 01 Jun 2023 18:54:13 GMT https://movieweb.com/pierson-fod-contenders-superman-legacy/ Fans of Netflix’s Daredevil series have been a little disappointed that Deborah Ann Woll will seemingly not be reprising her role as Karen Page in the new MCU series Daredevil: Born Again, especially with the likes of Jon Bernthal returning as The Punisher and others such as Vincent D’Onofrio continuing his role as Kingpin. So if Woll isn’t appearing as her Marvel character again, then surely the next logical step is for her to defect to DC Studios instead right?

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 10:12:26 GMT https://movieweb.com/daredevils-deborah-ann-woll-uses-ghostbusters-metaphor-dcu/ Warning: This article contains SPOILERS for The Flash.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 09:39:13 GMT https://movieweb.com/henry-cavill-gave-the-flash-star-sasha-calles-supergirl-his-approval/ If there's a role for Jenna Ortega in the DCU, one artist is hoping that it will be Raven. As of now, James Gunn and Peter Safran are building out the next decade's worth of movies for their DCU, this coming after the two were appointed as the heads of DC Studios. Thinking about potential casting ideas, the digital artist horrific.heroics on Instagram shared some new artwork imagining Ortega as Raven. Given the tease of the artwork, there would probably be many fans who'd agree that this is good casting. You can view the full picture by checking out the fan art below.

]]> Mon, 29 May 2023 22:35:48 GMT https://movieweb.com/jenna-ortega-raven-dcu-fan-art/ James Gunn seems to have it all right now, having departed the MCU on a high and now heading to a new challenge as co-CEO of DC Studios. However, the writer/director hasn’t always been the person who is now ruling Hollywood’s comic book world, and suffered from a number of addictions in his younger years, something he has opened up about with El Pais. Speaking about how he has been able to keep himself from falling back into his previous state, Gunn explained:

]]> Mon, 29 May 2023 19:52:26 GMT https://movieweb.com/james-gunn-says-focusing-on-creativity-over-money-power-or-negativity-has-helped-keep-his-demons-at-bay/ Be warned, MAJOR SPOILERS lie ahead for The Flash...

]]> Wed, 24 May 2023 15:09:22 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-flash-will-feature-a-super-cameo/ The final trailer for The Flash offers a further glimpse at worlds colliding as the DC universe unleashes its own multiverse of madness. Released officially courtesy of the DC YouTube channel, the footage provides an extended look at the return of Ezra Miller as Barry Allen and how the Scarlet Speedster must unite with an aged Batman, played once again by Michael Keaton, in order to save, well, everything. Check out the final trailer for The Flash below.

]]> Wed, 24 May 2023 08:51:48 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-flash-final-trailer/ The Flash hits theaters in less than a month, and there is no doubt that it will be a unique event in the history of DC Comics and its screen adaptations. Announced as part of the Snyderverse spinoffs just like Aquaman and Wonder Woman, Barry Allen's individual movie suffered several delays but finally fans will be able to enjoy the film that will change the future of the franchise.

]]> Tue, 23 May 2023 15:33:37 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-flash-return-snyderverse-character-new-footage/ DC Studios co-chief James Gunn has explained his priorities regarding reshaping the DCU, with the filmmaker promising to make “interesting” projects and avoiding “the same old thing” that audiences have seen time and again. Speaking with the newspaper El País, Gunn’s words will no doubt have many thinking about the main criticism often leveled at the MCU and breathing a sigh of relief that the world of DC will aim to avoid this...

]]> Tue, 23 May 2023 09:26:58 GMT https://movieweb.com/james-gunn-promises-the-dcu-will-be-interesting/ Seann William Scott is already a legend in comedy, and has even had some action roles, proving that he can do much more than make the audience laugh. But it seems that the actor wants to continue innovating in other genres and is ready to join the most popular one nowadays, the superhero genre.

]]> Sat, 20 May 2023 15:11:34 GMT https://movieweb.com/seann-william-scott-booster-gold-james-gunns-dcu/ Everybody’s talking about James Gunn. The writer, producer and director is currently one of the hottest properties in Hollywood after finding himself an integral part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the DC Universe simultaneously. The question is why did Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav want the man who started out pumping blood in low-budget horror movies to head up DC Studios and write the rebirth of Superman? Zaslav explained exactly why Gunn is right for the job during Moffettnathanson’s Technology, Media & Telecom Conference (via The Wrap):

]]> Fri, 19 May 2023 21:44:17 GMT https://movieweb.com/james-gunns-dcu-hiring-explained-simply-by-wbd-ceo-everyone-wants-to-work-with-him/ Ever since James Gunn was named co-CEO of DC Studios alongside Peter Safran, speculation about Marvel Studios stars the director worked with joining the competition has become something common. And Chukwudi Iwuji, who played the big villain in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.3 is part of that list.

]]> Thu, 18 May 2023 18:31:19 GMT https://movieweb.com/chukwudi-iwuji-knows-character-james-gunns-dcu/ James Gunn has spent the last year with one foot in the MCU and another in the DCU, and that is fine by him. However, the writer/director’s recent press tour for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 led to some fans claiming that Gunn was “cheating” on his new role as DC Studios CEO by crossing over to promote his final MCU movie. To Gunn, that idea is ridiculous, and while speaking to Yahoo! Gunn addressed how he doesn’t feel it is strange at all to be working on both sides of the comic book coin, and moreover, says the whole idea of “hate” between the two franchises is weird. He said:

]]> Thu, 04 May 2023 23:23:41 GMT https://movieweb.com/james-gunn-addresses-weird-marvel-and-dc-hate/ The latest look at The Flash offers a host of new footage involving Ben Affleck and his Batman return. The newest trailer (which comes courtesy of Twitter user @TauroAldebaran) gives us a major glimpse at what is expected to be Affleck’s main action sequence in The Flash and finds The Dark Knight atop his Batcycle and dispensing justice once again. Check out the latest trailer for The Flash below.

]]> Thu, 04 May 2023 09:29:26 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-flash-trailer-teases-ben-afflecks-batman-return/ It’s been more than 10 years since Stephen Amell first suited up as the Green Arrow in The CW’s original series Arrow, founder of the Arrowverse. The show ended back in 2020, after eight seasons but the actor played the character once again in the last installment of The Flash, the only survivor of the popular tv universe based on DC Comics characters. And he still hopes there’s more to come.

]]> Sat, 29 Apr 2023 19:55:33 GMT https://movieweb.com/stephen-amell-wants-to-play-green-arrow-in-james-gunns-dcu/ Aquaman star Jason Momoa continues to tease his DCU future now that James Gunn and Peter Safran are in charge. Speaking with Men’s Health, Momoa’s role in the DCU is currently unknown, with many thinking that the actor will switch roles from the Atlantean superhero to that of antihero Lobo.

]]> Fri, 28 Apr 2023 16:05:04 GMT https://movieweb.com/jason-momoa-dcu-future-aquaman-2/ The two versions of Barry Allen are the main focus of The Flash international trailer. Yesterday, during Warner Bros. Discovery’s presentation at CinemaCon, DC Studios released the long-awaited second full trailer for its upcoming movie, which is set to hit theaters in June.

]]> Wed, 26 Apr 2023 15:22:45 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-flash-international-trailer-focuses-on-barrys-heroic-path/ Director and now DC Studios co-chief James Gunn has been discussing the challenges inherent in rebooting a franchise as big as Superman with Superman: Legacy. Speaking with THR, Gunn promises that, despite a lot of the movies in his back catalog, he will not be making the Man of Steel reboot a comedy, with the filmmaker determined to tell a genuine, sincere superhero story. A story that he can really relate to.

]]> Wed, 26 Apr 2023 14:17:32 GMT https://movieweb.com/superman-legacy-james-gunn-challenges-of-rebooting/ Superhero Barry Allen unleashes the DC multiverse in the latest look at The Flash. Coming courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures, a new trailer for The Flash has been unveiled as part of CinemaCon and teases more of the epic DC outing. Check out the newly released trailer for The Flash below.

]]> Tue, 25 Apr 2023 19:03:08 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-flash-cinemacon-trailer-batman/ The Flash will be speeding towards the new DCU when it arrives in theaters this summer, and for many it has been a long time coming. The movie, like many DC projects has suffered numerous delays resulting in the film’s release almost seeming destined not to happen. However, for director Andy Muschietti and producer Barbara Muschietti the extra time was exactly what the film needed to be able to explode onto the big screen as the best movie it could be.

]]> Tue, 25 Apr 2023 12:01:59 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-flash-director-explains-why-the-movie-had-to-be-delayed-so-many-times/ Warner Bros. Discovery will be showcasing their upcoming movie slate at Cinemacon this week, and that includes Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, the long-awaited sequel to the 2018 film that will see the return of Jason Momoa as Arthur Curry.

]]> Sun, 23 Apr 2023 23:33:25 GMT https://movieweb.com/aquaman-and-the-lost-kingdom-teaser-poster/ Director James Gunn has confirmed that his upcoming Superman reboot, Superman: Legacy, will see the return of a staple character: Superman’s best friend and photojournalist Jimmy Olsen. Taking to social media, as the filmmaker is accustomed to doing to set the record straight on his emerging DCU, Gunn answered a fan question about Jimmy Olsen with a simple “ofc.”

]]> Wed, 19 Apr 2023 13:10:55 GMT https://movieweb.com/james-gunn-confirms-the-return-of-jimmy-olsen-in-superman-legacy/ If you’re a Superman fan, April 18th is a special day. To comic fans, the day is considered “Superman Comic Day” and celebrates the copyright date for Action Comics #1, which was the comic the Man of Steel himself made his grand debut. While there’s debate over the actual ‘birthday’ of Superman, Warner Bros. is using the date to celebrate by sharing a new clip of the upcoming Justice League x RWBY: Super Heroes & Huntsmen, Part One. The clip can be viewed below.

]]> Tue, 18 Apr 2023 18:29:26 GMT https://movieweb.com/warner-bros-and-rooster-teeth-drop-new-clips-for-the-rwby-and-justice-league-crossover-movie/ To celebrate Superman Anniversary Day, which commemorates the debut of the Man of Steel in Action Comics way, way back on April 18, 1938, filmmaker and DC Studios co-chief James Gunn has taken to social media to reveal that the upcoming reboot, Superman: Legacy, has now entered early production. Sharing an image of the script, which Gunn has written himself, the director also revealed that “Costumes, production design, and more now up and running.”

]]> Tue, 18 Apr 2023 13:45:51 GMT https://movieweb.com/superman-legacy-has-entered-early-production-james-gunn-reveals/ When it comes to discussing superhero movies, Joe and Anthony Russo are frequently being asked when they will be returning to direct another movie for Marvel Studios. However, in a recent interview with Comicbook.com, the Avengers: Endgame directors were asked about potentially jumping on board James Gunn’s DCU plans and they would be more than open to directing the first movie for the newest iteration of Batman.

]]> Tue, 18 Apr 2023 03:05:26 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-russo-brothers-would-love-to-direct-the-dcus-new-batman-movie/ New character posters for The Flash offer another look at Michael Keaton’s return as Batman alongside Ezra Miller as the titular speedster and Sasha Calle as Supergirl. Released courtesy of The Flash Film News, theses latest posters provide a detailed look at Keaton’s new cape and cowl, with the actor set to return to the comic book role after more than 30 years. Check out the new posters for The Flash below.

]]> Mon, 17 Apr 2023 13:33:00 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-flash-posters-reveal-new-look-at-michael-keatons-batman-supergirl/ After the enormous success of the first movie and becoming one of the most acclaimed superhero productions of the last couple of years, The Batman - Part II is currently being worked on and is set to premiere in 2025. Robert Pattinson will again dress up as the Caped Crusader, with director Matt Reeves returning behind the cameras.

]]> Sun, 16 Apr 2023 14:58:43 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-batman-part-2-fan-trailer/ The Flash is poised to be a monumental release for Warner Bros. Discovery as it ushers in the concept of the multiverse to the DC universe. With renowned director Andy Muschietti at the helm, the film is expected to revolutionize the DC franchise and signal the conclusion of the DCEU era. In a recently released TV spot, the studio teases several pivotal scenes from the movie, including the electrifying sight of Barry Allen sprinting through the speed force, Supergirl soaring through the skies, and Michael Keaton's Batman. Check it out below.

]]> Sun, 16 Apr 2023 14:33:19 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-flash-tv-spot-new-footage/ James Gunn addressed fan disappointment over Ron Perlman’s name not being including in the newly announced cast list for DCU project Creature Commandos with a simple message – Don’t believe any casting rumors about the DCU. Like any big movie, the secrets of the new DCU are many and that means fans will have their say in who they believe should be taking on some of the big roles and which storylines and characters will be making an appearance. However, following the casting reveal for Creature Commandos, it has brought another reminder that rumors are just that until they are officially announced.

]]> Thu, 13 Apr 2023 01:30:17 GMT https://movieweb.com/james-gunn-says-if-dcu-castings-dont-come-from-him-people-shouldnt-believe-them/ Following the announcement that Frank Grillo has been cast as Rick Flag Sr in the DCU’s Creature Commandos animated series, the rest of the stacked cast have now been revealed. While there are some names that come as no surprise, and some returning players to the DCU, there are others who were probably not as expected.

]]> Wed, 12 Apr 2023 18:23:54 GMT https://movieweb.com/full-voice-cast-revealed-for-dcus-creature-commandos/ James Gunn has made it clear that plenty more DC projects are already in the works at DC Studios that have yet to be revealed. A new report has reportedly confirmed exactly how extensive the new slate of DC projects is, and it is almost Marvel-esque in the sheer volume. While there are plenty of fan theories about what some of the yet-to-be-announced projects coming soon could be, Jeff Sneider has been telling The Hot Mic what he believes is coming to the DCU.

]]> Sat, 08 Apr 2023 14:57:08 GMT https://movieweb.com/james-gunns-dcu-25-projects-in-development/ Writer, director, and now co-chairman and co-CEO of DC Studios, James Gunn, has declared that the long-discussed crossover between Marvel and DC is now “more likely” since he was put in charge. Speaking with Empire Magazine, Gunn revealed that he has had fun toying with the idea of a Marvel Vs. DC movie but, should it ever actually come to fruition, it won’t be for a while yet.

]]> Fri, 07 Apr 2023 11:51:11 GMT https://movieweb.com/james-gunn-says-a-marvel-vs-dc-event-more-likely-now-hes-in-charge-of-the-dcu/ Director and co-chief of DC Studios, James Gunn, has emerged to once again debunk ongoing rumors regarding the casting of the Man of Steel for his upcoming reboot, Superman: Legacy. Whispers have been circulating social media lately claiming that Bullet Train and Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief star Logan Lerman was being courted for the role of Clark Kent/Superman, but Gunn has arrived to reveal this is not the case.

]]> Thu, 30 Mar 2023 14:31:47 GMT https://movieweb.com/latest-superman-casting-rumors-debunked-by-james-gunn-logan-lerman-not-being-considered/ We can be pretty certain that Jason Momoa will be a part of the DCU in one way or another, though it remains to be seen if that will see him continuing on in this new universe as Aquaman or perhaps playing a different character, such as the long-rumored Lobo. In any case, fans haven't seen the last of Momoa's run in the role of Arthur Curry just yet. After the smash success of Aquaman, Momoa is set to lead the cast of the sequel Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom. After undergoing multiple delays, the sequel is currently scheduled to be released in movie theaters on Dec. 25, 2023.

]]> Tue, 28 Mar 2023 14:29:41 GMT https://movieweb.com/jason-momoa-future-dcu-aquaman/ The Flash is still a few months away from its premiere, but details continue to emerge. Andy Muschetti announced a few days ago that the film was officially finished after nine years of development, four directors, a pandemic, multiple delays, conflicts with its protagonist, and changes at DC.

]]> Sat, 25 Mar 2023 19:06:17 GMT https://movieweb.com/the-flash-mpa-rating/ Marta Milans has returned to DC as Rosa Vásquez in Shazam! Fury of the Gods. Milans first appeared as Rosa in Shazam!, a 2019 film that introduced viewers to the comedic and action-packed exploits of the superhero Shazam (aka Captain Marvel).

]]> Sun, 19 Mar 2023 14:58:55 GMT https://movieweb.com/marta-milans-relays-emotional-reaction-to-shazam-fury-of-the-gods/