DCU’s Next Batman: Casting Details, News and Everything We Know

What's going on with the DCU's new Batman casting ahead of the reboot.

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Name:
James Francis Gunn Jr.
Birthdate:
August 5, 1966
Job Title:
Co-chairman and CEO of DC Studios
Credits:
Guardians of the Galaxy
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
The Suicide Squad
Peacemaker
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Latest James Gunn News

Guardians of the Galaxy 3 Releases Posters for 9 Main Characters

The Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 marketing machine rolls on with stunning new posters.

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DC Studios' Reboot Just Got Its First New Actor (Confirmed)

James Gunn's DCU just confirmed its first actor in the reboot.

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James Gunn Reportedly Bringing Back Major New DCEU Hero for DC Reboot

A new report revealed that James Gunn plans on bringing back Blue Beetle for his DCU reboot.

By Russ Milheim -


Henry Cavill's Superman Replacement Casting Enters Into New Phase at DC

James Gunn shared new details on the search for the DCU's next Superman post-Henry Cavill.

By Richard Nebens -


James Gunn's Superman Confirmed to Differ In Tone from His Marvel Movies

James Gunn promises a tone shift away his MCU work when it comes to the DCU’s new Superman.

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Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Soundtrack Released: Listen to All 17 Songs

James Gunn revealed Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol. 3's soundtrack.

By Savannah Sanders -


James Gunn Reveals Plan to Stop Superhero Fatigue at DC

James Gunn called out audience fatigue for superhero properties and explained his plan to combat it.

By Aeron Mer Eclarinal -


Disney Releases 7 Official New Posters for Guardians of the Galaxy 3

In anticipation of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, Marvel Studios released a handful of stunning new posters.

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James Gunn's Superman Will Reportedly Fight These Villains (Rumor)

According to a new rumor, James Gunn's younger Superman will be going up against The Authority.

By Russ Milheim -


James Gunn’s Justice League Reboot Teased by New Rumor

A new rumor teased the direction that James Gunn will take with his first Justice League movie.

By Richard Nebens -


Chris Pratt Breaks Silence on Potential DC Superhero Role With James Gunn

Which DC character could Chris Pratt play in James Gunn's DC Universe?

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James Gunn Hypes Up Guardians of the Galaxy 3's Long Runtime: 'Not a Second Is Wasted'

Guardians of the Galaxy 3 director James Gunn shared his thoughts on the movie's extended runtime.

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Guardians of the Galaxy 3: James Gunn Confirms DC Actors Will Appear

In a new Instagram story, James Gunn teased at least three DC actors appearing in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.

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Superman Reboot Movie: James Gunn Is Now Eyeing Potential Actors

DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn shared a promising update about Superman: Legacy.

By Aeron Mer Eclarinal -


James Gunn's Rebooted DC Slate Could Have Shazam Movies, Says Director

The current Shazam films could be continued into James Gunn's new DCU.

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Margot Robbie's DC Return Just Got More Likely

DC Studios head James Gunn teased the upcoming return of Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn.

By Aeron Mer Eclarinal -


James Gunn Made a Major Last-Minute Change to Mantis (Photos)

James Gunn made a last-minute change to Mantis' design ahead of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2.

By Savannah Sanders -


James Gunn Issues Warning About Spoilers for Guardians 3

Guardians of the Galaxy director James Gun warned fans to avoid impending spoilers for the anticipated threequel.

By Russ Milheim -


James Gunn Defends His Wife's DC Movie Appearances

James Gunn responded to criticism of casting his wife in the DC universe.

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Ben Affleck Refuses to Join James Gunn’s DCU as Director

The former Batman actor debunked any rumors of him returning to direct for DC.

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Superman Reboot Movie: Warner Bros. Releases First Plot Synopsis

Following the announcement of James Gunn as its director, Warner Bros. released Superman: Legacy's first official synopsis.

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James Gunn Debunks Robert Pattinson's Batman TV Rumor

DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn shared his thoughts on a theory surrounding Robert Pattinson's Batman.

By Klein Felt -


James Gunn Shares Exciting Wonder Woman Announcement for Rebooted DCU

DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn updated fans on Wonder Woman's involvement with the rebooted DCU.

By Richard Nebens -


New Guardians of the Galaxy 3 Footage Revealed in 4DX Trailer

A fresh look at Guardians Vol. 3 showed new scenes from the highly anticipated MCU trilogy capper.

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DC Studios Writer Reveals Movie-TV Crossover Planned for 1 Character

Comics writer Tom King revealed a crossover between the new DCU's television and movie projects.

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James Gunn Defends Robert Pattinson's Batman 2 Release Decision

DC Studios CEO James Gunn addressed The Batman 2's release date.

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James Gunn Disappointed Arrowverse Creator With DCU Decision

The creator of the Arrowverse expressed disappointment with his lack of involvement in James Gunn's new DCU.

By Richard Nebens -


James Gunn Shuts Down Lois Lane's Superman Movie Casting Rumor

DC Studios' top executive set the record straight on a rumor teasing that Lois Lane was being cast for Superman: Legacy.

By Richard Nebens -


Superman Reboot Movie Officially Gets Its Director

DC Comics writer Tom King may have accidentally revealed who will direct Superman: Legacy.

By Aeron Mer Eclarinal -


James Gunn Puts Racist Marvel Fan In Their Place

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 director James Gunn addressed a racist comment on one of his MCU social media posts.

By Richard Nebens -


Henry Cavill Met with DC about Playing New Character After Superman

DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn reiterated that he has met with former Superman actor Henry Cavil about potential other DCU roles.

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Guardians of the Galaxy 3 Runtime Will Set New Franchise Record

Director James Gunn confirmed that Guardians of the Galaxy 3 will set a franchise record runtime.

By Richard Nebens -


James Gunn Debunks Rumor About Henry Cavill's DC Future

James Gunn clarified speculation that Henry Cavill was considered for Creature Commandos' Frankenstein.

By Savannah Sanders -


James Gunn Announces DC Studios' Chapter 1 Is Way Bigger Than Expected

DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn surprised fans with an update regarding the DCU's Chapter 1 slate.

By Richard Nebens -


Mark Ruffalo Says Marvel 'Should Be Sweating' After Losing James Gunn to DC

Mark Ruffalo commented on Marvel Studios losing director James Gunn to DC.

By Savannah Sanders -


Every New DC Superhero Movie In James Gunn's Slate, Ranked by Excitement Level

The DCU is filled with new exciting movies, and here's each one in it ranked by excitement level.

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Batman Beyond Movie: New Details Revealed (Report)

DC may be - or at least was - developing an animated Batman Beyond movie.

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James Gunn Refutes Accusations That He Lied About His DC Plan

James Gunn addressed online criticism regarding his new job at DC Studios.

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Zachary Levi Criticized by DC Fans for New Social Media Post

Shazam 2 star Zachary Levi shared a controversial post on social media, leading to backlash from DC fans.

By Richard Nebens -


Disney Changes Guardians of the Galaxy 3 Release Date In UK

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is confirmed to premiere two days earlier in some territories outside the United States.

By Aeron Mer Eclarinal -