James Gunn Doesn't Want Every DC Movie to Feel Like a Trailer for the Next Crossover
What is the purpose of a superhero movie within a shared universe? James Gunn believes the answer should not always be setting up the next installment. On October 24, 2026, the DC Studios co-chief responded on Threads to fans questioning what the new DC Universe is building toward. In comments reported by Variety and TheWrap on October 26, he defended a model in which Clayface can succeed as a standalone horror movie while Superman and other characters continue sharing a wider continuity. The exchange offers one of his clearest explanations of how he intends to balance individual storytelling with franchise connections.