New DC Universe updates onThe Brave and The BoldandWonder Womanmovies are shared from James Gunn and David Zaslav. The DCU franchise has kicked off, withSupermannow playing in theaters; moreDCU movies and TV showsare in the works, includingThe Brave and The Bold(starring Batman) and aWonder Womanmovie.
In a new interview withNY Times, Warner Bros. Discovery CEO, David Zaslav, discussedSuperman’sopening success, praising the work of Gunn and DC Studios co-CEO, Peter Safran, for what they are doing with the DCU. During the interview, Zaslav reaffirmed that Wonder Woman and Batman’s respective reboots are in the works:
David Zaslav: Our biggest strategic opportunity was that DC was underdeveloped. Now we have Gunn and Safran firing with a 10-year plan. ‘Supergirl’ has already been shot. They’re working on Wonder Woman. They’re working on Batman.
In a separate interview withUrbana Play, Gunn was asked when the DCU audience may see Diana Prince and Bruce Wayne in the franchise. While not sharing a specific time-frame, Gunn stressed thatThe Brave and The BoldandWonder Womanare still being written, and that it’s only when the scripts are finalized that filming will go forward:
James Gunn: It’s not gonna be ’till the script is ready. Both of the scripts are being written now, and if they’re good, then we’ll go to production immediately. So, it really depends on how we can get the scripts done. Because the one thing I’m just not gonna do is go into production without a script I feel is fantastic — especially for those characters, who deserve the best. I’d rather wait a year than go too soon.
What David Zaslav & James Gunn’s Batman & Wonder Woman Comments Mean
The respective statements from Gunn and Zaslav go to show that, after howSupermanhas been received, the strategy for theBatmanandWonder Womanmovies will get the same treatment. Rather than trying to race towards the clock,DC Studios is remaining committed to properly giving the creative teams the time needed to craft the perfect stories before casting even begins.
Even if it takes a few years, the wait will clearly be worth it. Batman and Wonder Woman are some of DC’s most crucial characters,especially for the DCU franchise that aims to avoid the mistakes ofthe DCEU movie timeline. There are also other DCU projects coming up that will keep the audience invested in the franchise in the meantime, allowing other characters to shine.
Our Take On David Zaslav & James Gunn’s Batman & Wonder Woman Comments
Gunn and Zaslav clearly understand the importance of Batman and Wonder Woman, soit will be exciting to see their arrival in the DCU once their respective movies are ready to start casting and filming. Since DC Studios also hastheParadise LostTV showin the works, viewers will still get to visit Wonder Woman’s mythology, should the prequel happen before the film.
The Brave and The Boldneeds to be handled with particularly care, given the DCU featured an established Dark Knight and the Bat-Family; the concept will surely need time to be developed. Hopefully, we’ll get more updates onThe Brave and The BoldandWonder Womanas the year continues and these decisions are made.
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The Brave and the Bold
The Brave and the Bold will introduce audiences to a new Batman in the DC Universe, focusing on the unique dynamic between the Dark Knight and his son, Damian Wayne, who takes on the mantle of Robin. This film marks yet another reboot for the iconic vigilante superhero.
Wonder Woman
TheWonder Womanfranchise is part of the larger DC Extended Universe (DCEU), focusing on Diana Prince, an Amazonian princess and warrior who becomes the superhero Wonder Woman. The franchise began with the 2017 filmWonder Woman, which was a critical and commercial success, followed byWonder Woman 1984in 2020. These films explore Diana’s origins, her role in world conflicts, and her personal journey in adapting to the world of humans. The franchise is known for its strong feminist themes, action-packed sequences, and its portrayal of Wonder Woman as a symbol of peace and justice.
