5 Potential DC Universe Motion pictures James Gunn Might Be Directing Subsequent

“Superman” is successful, each with critics and audiences. We lastly have an awesome Superman film that absolutely understands what makes the Man of Tomorrow particular, however greater than that, the success of “Superman” is a large sigh of aid for DC Studios and the way forward for the DC Universe. This was successfully the final probability for a “Superman” film, and if it had failed, it is possible your entire cinematic universe would have gone the way in which of the “Darkish Universe.”

Now, not solely is the quick way forward for the DC Universe protected, however Warner Bros. appears to be fast-tracking extra of Supes. We all know “Supergirl” is popping out in 2026, however now James Gunn simply confirmed one other tremendous mission — one he is straight taking cost of.

Throughout an earnings name for Warner Bros. CEO David Zaslav confirmed (through Selection) that James Gunn is writing and can direct “the following installment within the Tremendous-Household.” Now, what may this imply, precisely? The reference to “Tremendous-Household” narrows down our choices, however let’s have interaction in some good old school hypothesis about what Gunn’s subsequent large DC mission might be.

The obvious film Gunn is perhaps engaged on, which positively suits the “Tremendous-Household” label, is a film specializing in Superman and Supergirl. In spite of everything, Milly Alcock’s Kara Zor-El having a cameo on the finish of “Superman” isn’t just an awesome tease for the following DC movie, however a pleasant method to set up the dynamic between her and her cousin Kal-El.

A team-up film targeted on the 2 characters, particularly one which offers with Brainiac (who was initially going to be the primary villain in “Superman”) makes numerous sense. This might instantly set this model of Superman (David Corenswet) other than earlier live-action cinematic variations, as he really has residing Kryptonian household that he cares about — a cousin who understands his powers, his tradition, and his issues.

The neatest transfer is to have Superman and Supergirl star in their very own team-up film and combat Brainiac as a follow-up to each of their motion pictures. Hell, simply usher in Kandor (the Bottle Metropolis from the comics) and absolutely take care of Kara and Clark’s emotions towards their tradition, their dad and mom, and their planet. How would Superman react to the potential of saving part of his ancestry after the revelations about his delivery dad and mom’ true needs for him? That is a solution value writing a film for.

Superboy is among the most complex but cool DC characters. Beginning as a easy moniker for a younger Clark Kent, the character finally turned its personal factor, a younger clone of Superman finally given the identify Conner Kent (and Kon-El in Kryptonian). It’s this second model of the character {that a} DC Universe film written and directed by James Gunn may (and will!) deal with.

The likeliest manner this might occur is to make Superboy a fail-safe from Lex Luthor after the defeat of Ultraman, one other clone that was additionally given a few of Lex’s DNA in a weird try and make part of himself as tremendous as Superman. This might make for an enchanting story of self-discovery as Conner struggles with the duality of his origins: the evil half he inherited from Lex, and the beacon of hope his Superman-ness brings. That made the character among the finest elements of each “Titans” and “Younger Justice,” so why not go three-for-three? They will even begin build up the Superboy-Prime storyline that leads into “Infinite Disaster.” Plus, Superboy’s look with the leather-based jacket and glasses suits the punk-rock theme from “Superman.”

“The Legion of Superheroes” hasn’t had its second within the highlight (although they did get a cartoon in 2006), however possibly James Gunn would be the one to vary that. Created in 1958, it is a superhero group residing within the thirtieth century, time-travelers who return in time and sometimes group up with a teenage Superman. That is as a result of the Legion was particularly impressed by a younger Superboy.

Although not precisely a part of the Tremendous-Household, they’re intricately related to Superman, and given they’re a group, it might be an opportunity for James Gunn to point out off his expertise in writing group tales. Even when the characters are from the long run, the DC Universe launched in “Superman” does really feel like one that might simply help this sort of fantastical story, specializing in a world with wild know-how that you might think about persevering with to create and encourage heroes nicely into the thirtieth century.

Sadly, there may be one little concern with this. Gunn already spoke with Rolling Stone earlier this yr and stated that, whereas he is considered bringing the Legion into the DC Universe, he is “not a time-travel individual” and is not into that form of story. Given he’s personally scripting this new film, it appears unlikely he’d tackle a topic he is not very fascinated with. However then once more, he may at all times change his thoughts!

In fact, “Superman 2” is a moderately apparent reply — apart from the truth that Gunn has repeatedly stated within the latest previous that he’d be engaged on a film closely that includes Superman, however not one which might be thought-about a sequel. He reaffirmed this on social media following Zaslav’s announcement, saying “Superman has a serious position” but it surely’s not “Superman 2.”

However that also leaves some wiggle room for us to take a position. In spite of everything, you might theoretically make the argument that the “Superman” film we already obtained closely options Superman in a serious position, however is just not solely a Superman film. In spite of everything, the movie additionally options the Justice Gang in an enormous position, significantly Mister Terrific. A “Superman 2” may nonetheless occur, however have much more from different characters. Technically, one thing akin to “Batman & Superman: World’s Most interesting” may nonetheless be thought-about a “Superman” film even when it additionally has Batman within the title. This may be Gunn managing expectations moderately than a concrete affirmation that the film is not going to be a Superman film.

Krypto was undeniably the very best and most stunning a part of “Superman,” a chaotic, lovable doggo that stole each scene he was in. James Gunn managed to make the character greater than only a cute animal sidekick that not often does as he is informed and as a substitute an integral a part of the plot. If anybody is able to making a full Krypto film (in live-action, as we already had an animated film about Krypto), it is Gunn. 

A Krypto film might be the superhero equal of the horror film “Good Boy,” informed from the attitude of a canine however nonetheless that includes identified heroes like Superman. What’s extra, it may even be a “Legion of Tremendous-Pets” film with an entire host of lovable tremendous animals. Marvel would not dare, so this might be the prospect for DC to fill in a necessity audiences have been clamoring for. (For what it is value, Gunn as soon as revealed that he was initially engaged on a Krypto-centric film earlier than he shifted his focus to Superman.)

In any case, whether or not as a protagonist or a facet character, there is no such thing as a manner we do not see extra of Krypto within the subsequent film that includes Superman, which is a win for us all.

“Superman” is successful, each with critics and audiences. We lastly have an awesome Superman film that absolutely understands what makes the Man of Tomorrow particular, however greater than that, the success of “Superman” is a large sigh of aid for DC Studios and the way forward for the DC Universe. This was successfully the final probability for a “Superman” film, and if it had failed, it is possible your entire cinematic universe would have gone the way in which of the “Darkish Universe.”

Now, not solely is the quick way forward for the DC Universe protected, however Warner Bros. appears to be fast-tracking extra of Supes. We all know “Supergirl” is popping out in 2026, however now James Gunn simply confirmed one other tremendous mission — one he is straight taking cost of.

Throughout an earnings name for Warner Bros. CEO David Zaslav confirmed (through Selection) that James Gunn is writing and can direct “the following installment within the Tremendous-Household.” Now, what may this imply, precisely? The reference to “Tremendous-Household” narrows down our choices, however let’s have interaction in some good old school hypothesis about what Gunn’s subsequent large DC mission might be.

The obvious film Gunn is perhaps engaged on, which positively suits the “Tremendous-Household” label, is a film specializing in Superman and Supergirl. In spite of everything, Milly Alcock’s Kara Zor-El having a cameo on the finish of “Superman” isn’t just an awesome tease for the following DC movie, however a pleasant method to set up the dynamic between her and her cousin Kal-El.

A team-up film targeted on the 2 characters, particularly one which offers with Brainiac (who was initially going to be the primary villain in “Superman”) makes numerous sense. This might instantly set this model of Superman (David Corenswet) other than earlier live-action cinematic variations, as he really has residing Kryptonian household that he cares about — a cousin who understands his powers, his tradition, and his issues.

The neatest transfer is to have Superman and Supergirl star in their very own team-up film and combat Brainiac as a follow-up to each of their motion pictures. Hell, simply usher in Kandor (the Bottle Metropolis from the comics) and absolutely take care of Kara and Clark’s emotions towards their tradition, their dad and mom, and their planet. How would Superman react to the potential of saving part of his ancestry after the revelations about his delivery dad and mom’ true needs for him? That is a solution value writing a film for.

Superboy is among the most complex but cool DC characters. Beginning as a easy moniker for a younger Clark Kent, the character finally turned its personal factor, a younger clone of Superman finally given the identify Conner Kent (and Kon-El in Kryptonian). It’s this second model of the character {that a} DC Universe film written and directed by James Gunn may (and will!) deal with.

The likeliest manner this might occur is to make Superboy a fail-safe from Lex Luthor after the defeat of Ultraman, one other clone that was additionally given a few of Lex’s DNA in a weird try and make part of himself as tremendous as Superman. This might make for an enchanting story of self-discovery as Conner struggles with the duality of his origins: the evil half he inherited from Lex, and the beacon of hope his Superman-ness brings. That made the character among the finest elements of each “Titans” and “Younger Justice,” so why not go three-for-three? They will even begin build up the Superboy-Prime storyline that leads into “Infinite Disaster.” Plus, Superboy’s look with the leather-based jacket and glasses suits the punk-rock theme from “Superman.”

“The Legion of Superheroes” hasn’t had its second within the highlight (although they did get a cartoon in 2006), however possibly James Gunn would be the one to vary that. Created in 1958, it is a superhero group residing within the thirtieth century, time-travelers who return in time and sometimes group up with a teenage Superman. That is as a result of the Legion was particularly impressed by a younger Superboy.

Although not precisely a part of the Tremendous-Household, they’re intricately related to Superman, and given they’re a group, it might be an opportunity for James Gunn to point out off his expertise in writing group tales. Even when the characters are from the long run, the DC Universe launched in “Superman” does really feel like one that might simply help this sort of fantastical story, specializing in a world with wild know-how that you might think about persevering with to create and encourage heroes nicely into the thirtieth century.

Sadly, there may be one little concern with this. Gunn already spoke with Rolling Stone earlier this yr and stated that, whereas he is considered bringing the Legion into the DC Universe, he is “not a time-travel individual” and is not into that form of story. Given he’s personally scripting this new film, it appears unlikely he’d tackle a topic he is not very fascinated with. However then once more, he may at all times change his thoughts!

In fact, “Superman 2” is a moderately apparent reply — apart from the truth that Gunn has repeatedly stated within the latest previous that he’d be engaged on a film closely that includes Superman, however not one which might be thought-about a sequel. He reaffirmed this on social media following Zaslav’s announcement, saying “Superman has a serious position” but it surely’s not “Superman 2.”

However that also leaves some wiggle room for us to take a position. In spite of everything, you might theoretically make the argument that the “Superman” film we already obtained closely options Superman in a serious position, however is just not solely a Superman film. In spite of everything, the movie additionally options the Justice Gang in an enormous position, significantly Mister Terrific. A “Superman 2” may nonetheless occur, however have much more from different characters. Technically, one thing akin to “Batman & Superman: World’s Most interesting” may nonetheless be thought-about a “Superman” film even when it additionally has Batman within the title. This may be Gunn managing expectations moderately than a concrete affirmation that the film is not going to be a Superman film.

Krypto was undeniably the very best and most stunning a part of “Superman,” a chaotic, lovable doggo that stole each scene he was in. James Gunn managed to make the character greater than only a cute animal sidekick that not often does as he is informed and as a substitute an integral a part of the plot. If anybody is able to making a full Krypto film (in live-action, as we already had an animated film about Krypto), it is Gunn. 

A Krypto film might be the superhero equal of the horror film “Good Boy,” informed from the attitude of a canine however nonetheless that includes identified heroes like Superman. What’s extra, it may even be a “Legion of Tremendous-Pets” film with an entire host of lovable tremendous animals. Marvel would not dare, so this might be the prospect for DC to fill in a necessity audiences have been clamoring for. (For what it is value, Gunn as soon as revealed that he was initially engaged on a Krypto-centric film earlier than he shifted his focus to Superman.)

In any case, whether or not as a protagonist or a facet character, there is no such thing as a manner we do not see extra of Krypto within the subsequent film that includes Superman, which is a win for us all.