James Gunn shares when theDC Universeaudience could expect to see Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman unite in the new franchise. Asthe DCU’s Chapter 1: “Gods and Monsters"is reimagining various Justice League heroes, it also means a new take on the DC trinity in live-action.
WhileDavid Corenswet’sSupermanmovieis ready to debut in theaters this month, DC Studios is still working on their reboots for Batman and Wonder Woman. However, Gunn is now giving fans a better idea of when the iconic trio will share the screen in the DCU.
During a recentDeadlineinterview, Gunn was directly asked about the DCU staging a crossover between Batman, Wonder Woman, and Superman. While it is definitely on the table, it may not be as soon as some have been predicting. Check out Gunn’s response below:
James Gunn: Of course, yeah! But, not in the next movie!
Deadline: Is there talks of it happening at some point in the next few years?
James Gunn: You have to remember all this stuff is talks inside my head [laughs] so there’s a lot of chatter in my head that does a lot of things! But the DCU is chatter in my head, not talks!
While Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman are"of course"going to meet in the DCU at some point, Gunn stresses that it won’t be"in the next movie.“WhenDeadlinefollowed up on whether there are discussions of it happening in the next few years, Gunn jokingly added that"there is a lot of chatter in my head that does a lot of things!”
What James Gunn’s DC Trinity Update Means For The DCU
While Gunn’s comments are brief, there are some key takeaways about Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman’s future in the DCU. To begin with, this sheds some more light on what’s to come with the DCU’s upcoming movie stories, and potentially shows the focus is on building DC’s trio up separately for now, challengingsome of the rumors that Gunn is writing aWorld’s Finestfilm.
Sincethe DCU’s Wonder Woman castinghas yet to begin, which is also the case for Batman,fans will likely see Diana Prince and Bruce Wayne in their respective solo movies before they team up with Corenswet’s Superman. It’s also a sign that Gunn’s DCU won’t go in the direction that the DCEU took during the early days withBatman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.
Our Take On James Gunn’s DC Trinity Update
It’s refreshing to hear from Gunn that while this will obviously be a crossover that will happen at some point in the DCU,it’s not going to get rushed in DC Studios' superhero reboot. Once there are actors who have beencast as the DCU’s Batmanand Wonder Woman, the focus should be on getting their solo films underway.
Given the many missteps that the DCEU franchise took,the DCU timelinesimply needs to focus on properly building out this continuity before worrying about crossovers. Hopefully, whenever Superman joins forces with Batman and Wonder Woman in theDCU, the wait will have been worth it.
Source: Deadline
DC Universe
The DC Universe is one of the biggest comic book franchises and often competes with Marvel. DC Comics started as National Allied Publications, founded by Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson in 1935. Since then, the franchise has exploded with thousands of comic books, movies, TV shows, and video games. 2013 marked the beginning of the most recent iteration of the superheroes, with Zack Snyder introducing Henry Cavill as Superman. After several movies with mixed reviews, DC underwent a soft reboot under the helm of James Gunn and Peter Safran.
Superman
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Superman (2025): Superman follows the dual life of Clark Kent, a journalist in Metropolis, as he endeavors to reconcile his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing. Set against a backdrop of personal discovery, the film explores his journey of identity as he navigates his existence in a complex world.
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.
