New DCU Project Greenlit, James Gunn Confirms

James Gunn has announced that a new DC Universe project is officially in development, exciting fans about the future of the franchise. Gunn, who co-leads DC Studios, shared the news while answering questions online, giving a quick peek at what’s coming next.

James Gunn says DC Studios has greenlit a new project

I just saw a really encouraging update on Threads from James Gunn, one of the heads of DC Studios. A fan asked if anything new was in the works for the DCU, and Gunn basically said, ‘Yes, a lot!’ He even confirmed that at least one project has already been officially given the go-ahead. So, it sounds like things are really moving forward with the new DC Universe, which is great news for fans like me!

James Gunn recently shared a quick update online, sparking questions from fans about which projects he might be moving forward with. People specifically asked about a possible series focused on Jimmy Olsen, and whether Matthew Orton might be involved with stories featuring Bane and Deathstroke. Gunn didn’t confirm anything about those particular ideas.

Fans have been guessing which DC titles might be moving forward, suggesting possibilities like Checkmate, Mr. Miracle, Wildcats, The Authority, and Paradise Lost. James Gunn didn’t confirm or deny any of these. When asked if these were part of the already announced plans, he remained silent. Many fans also inquired about a potential announcement timeline, wondering if news would arrive within the month.

James Gunn expressed optimism about the future of the DC Universe in a recent interview. Speaking with Variety’s Awards Circuit podcast, Gunn said he finds the possibilities for DC incredibly exciting, stating, “Everything’s unknown, and that’s really exciting.” He added that every potential direction for the universe holds a lot of promise and he’s hopeful for what’s to come.

With Gunn now confirmed in his role, we’re starting to see the first signs of new DC projects moving forward, beyond the previously revealed ‘Chapter One: Gods and Monsters’ lineup.

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2026-01-20 06:36