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Deadline reveals a Supergirl teaser introducing Jason Momoa as Lobo, who exits a trailer, puffs a cigar, and delivers his trademark laugh; the film, inspired by Tom King’s Woman of Tomorrow and starring Milly Alcock, is set for a June 26, 2026 release, with supporting cast including Matthias Schoenaerts, Eve Ridley, David Krumholtz, and Emily Beecham, following Gunn's tease about Momoa's Lobo.
Christina Hodson has been hired to write The Brave and the Bold, DC Studios' Batman movie directed by Andy Muschietti. The film centers on Batman and Robin and is not tied to Matt Reeves' Batman, with Hodson bringing prior DC experience from The Flash and Birds of Prey. The project is in development with no release date yet.
Christina Hodson has been tapped to write The Brave and the Bold, DC Studios’ Batman movie focusing on Batman and his son Damian Wayne; Andy Muschietti remains the director as DC takes a measured development approach. Hodson, known for Birds of Prey and Bumblebee (and previous DC work), has DC credentials, though it’s unclear when a definitive draft will be ready amid DC’s slate of Batman projects.
Scarlett Johansson is in final negotiations to join the cast of The Batman Part II, starring opposite Robert Pattinson, with her role and deal details still under wraps. The film is set to start production in spring 2024 and release in October 2027, marking her transition from Marvel to new franchise roles.
HBO is developing a 'V for Vendetta' TV series with Pete Jackson writing and James Gunn and Peter Safran as executive producers, based on the iconic comic by Alan Moore. The project continues HBO's trend of adapting DC properties for television, following successful series like 'The Penguin' and 'Watchmen.' The series would explore the dystopian story of V, an anarchist fighting against a fascist regime in Britain.
DC Studios is uniquely submitting Superman for multiple drama categories at the Golden Globes, signaling an effort to elevate the superhero genre to serious award consideration and challenge traditional perceptions, with the film also generating Oscar buzz for its visual effects and other technical achievements.
'Superman' on HBO Max garnered 13 million views in its first 10 days, making it the platform's biggest movie debut since 'Barbie'. The film, directed by James Gunn and starring David Corenswet, was released in theaters earlier and performed well critically and commercially, boosting related Superman titles' streaming numbers.
James Gunn revealed that the upcoming Superman sequel, 'Man Of Tomorrow,' will feature a team-up between Superman and Lex Luthor against a larger threat, with the film set for release in July 2027. The story explores Lex's envy and complex character, and Gunn is also working on other DC projects like Clayface and Supergirl, with a busy schedule of writing, producing, and directing.
DC Studios announced the release of the Superman movie 'Man Of Tomorrow' set for summer 2027, with James Gunn returning as writer and director, following the success of the recent Superman film which grossed over $600 million worldwide. The studio is also working on other projects including Supergirl and Clayface.
Superman's latest film has become the first superhero movie of 2025 to surpass $600 million globally, marking a significant box office milestone for DC Studios and signaling a potential revival for the genre despite ongoing superhero fatigue. The film, directed by James Gunn, has performed well domestically and internationally, though it faces challenges in overseas markets compared to previous hits. It is part of DC's efforts to rebrand and strengthen its cinematic universe.
Superman has become the first superhero film of 2025 to surpass $600 million globally, marking a significant milestone for DC Studios and signaling a potential resurgence for superhero movies despite ongoing audience fatigue. The film, directed by James Gunn, has performed well domestically and internationally, outperforming recent Marvel releases and reviving interest in the DC brand.
James Gunn publicly dismissed rumors that Robin will appear in The Batman Part II, emphasizing that only a few people, including himself, have read the script and urging fans to stop speculating about the film's details.
James Gunn expressed gratitude for the successful global debut of his Superman movie, which earned approximately $217 million, highlighting its positive reception and the film's focus on the 'man' aspect of Superman. The success marks a promising start for DC Studios' reboot, with further projects planned, and Gunn remains confident despite concerns about superhero fatigue.
Superman's new film, directed by James Gunn, is projected to have a strong domestic box office debut of $115-$120 million, marking a significant success for DC Studios and potentially setting a record for a solo superhero film opening. The film has received positive reviews and is performing well internationally, indicating a successful reboot of the franchise.
James Gunn revealed he was initially approached to direct a Superman film in 2018 but declined due to the daunting task and political complications at the time. He later reconsidered and took on the project, resulting in a critically acclaimed movie emphasizing hope and truth, set to release on July 11.