DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn has confirmed he is already writing his next project while awaiting the assembly cut of his upcoming Superman sequel.
Key facts
- •James Gunn is writing his next film while waiting for the assembly cut of "Superman: Man of Tomorrow."
- •"Superman: Man of Tomorrow" is set for a theatrical release on July 9, 2027.
- •Lars Eidinger is cast as the antagonist Brainiac in the upcoming sequel.
- •Gunn and Peter Safran will continue to lead DC Studios following the merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery.
- •The studio's upcoming slate includes "The Batman: Part II," which is currently in production and scheduled for February 18, 2028.
James Gunn, co-CEO of DC Studios, announced on Threads that he has begun writing his next film. The update comes as he awaits the assembly cut for his upcoming movie, "Superman: Man of Tomorrow," which is scheduled for theatrical release on July 9, 2027. Gunn previously confirmed that production on the sequel wrapped in August.
Production and Casting Details
The upcoming film serves as a sequel to the 2025 "Superman" movie, with David Corenswet reprising his role as the title character. The plot follows Superman as he forms an alliance with Lex Luthor, played by Nicholas Hoult, to confront the antagonist Brainiac, portrayed by Lars Eidinger. Returning cast members include Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, Skyler Gisondo as Jimmy Olsen, Sara Sampaio as Eve Teschmacher, Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner, and Edi Gathegi as Mister Terrific. Additionally, Milly Alcock will return as Kara Zor-El, and Aaron Pierre will make his big-screen debut as John Stewart.
Leadership and Corporate Context
Gunn has served as co-CEO of DC Studios alongside Peter Safran since 2022. Amid the recent acquisition of Warner Bros. by Paramount, which resulted in the company being renamed Skydance, Gunn and Safran have been invited by David Ellison to continue their roles. The studio's film units will report to Paramount Pictures co-chairs Dana Goldberg and Josh Greenstein.
Timeline
- 2022James Gunn and Peter Safran began running DC Studios.
- AugustProduction for "Superman: Man of Tomorrow" officially wrapped.
- July 9, 2027The scheduled theatrical release date for "Superman: Man of Tomorrow."
- February 18, 2028The scheduled premiere date for "The Batman: Part II."
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