10 Projects Coming to the DCU, Including Superman, Batman, and Robin

“Superman: Legacy” is written and directed by Gunn (Gunn directed 2021’s “The Suicide Squad” as well as the “Guardians of the Galaxy” series for Marvel). The movie is not an origin story of Superman, aka Clark Kent, but will deal with how he balances being from Kypton with being raised by humans. In June, it was announced that David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan will play Superman and Lois Lane.

There’s also another Superman movie, written by Ta-Nehisi Coates, in development, but it won’t be a DCU film. “Superman: Legacy” is the only DCU film with a release date and will hit theaters in 2025.

“The Authority” will focus on the titular hero group, who most people have probably never heard of. The original comic book series was created in 1999 by Warren Ellis and Bryan Hitch as a team of heroes who get the job done by any means necessary. The team has had different lineups over the years, so it’s unclear which specific characters will be in the film. Gunn said the movie is being written now but did not name the screenwriter, nor announce a director or cast.

Gunn told Collider in January about the film, “I’ve worked a lot on the outline for ‘The Authority’ myself,” but hinted that “Superman: Legacy” was taking most of his energy.

“The Brave and the Bold” will not just focus on Batman, but also his iconic sidekick: Robin. This version of the character will be Damian Wayne, Bruce Wayne’s son. “It’s a very strange sort of father-son story about the two of them,” Gunn said during the announcement, according to Variety. Andy Muschietti, who directed 2023’s “The Flash,” is set to direct the film.

“Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow” is based on Tom King’s comic book run of the same name. Supergirl, of course, is Superman’s cousin, Kara Zor-El. Unlike Superman, she was raised among Krytonians before seeing everyone she knows die and comes to Earth. Gunn described it as “hardcore,” but added that Krypton the Superdog will also be involved. Sasha Calle played the titular hero in “The Flash,” but she is not officially attached to the project.

“Swamp Thing” is set to be a horror film that will explore the origins of the character. Gunn said part of what inspired him was the “mashup” approach he took with “Guardians of the Galaxy,” but that he planned to one-up that here. “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” director James Mangold is writing and directing the film, per a tweet from Gunn.

“Creature Commandos” is the first project Gunn and Safran green-lit, and the animated series is currently in production. Gunn also wrote every episode. In the original ’80s comics series, Frankenstein’s monster, a werewolf, a vampire, and a gorgon team up to fight Nazis in World War II. Frank Grillo voices Rick Flag Sr., Zoë Chao voices Nina Mazursky, Alan Tudyk voices Dr. Phosphorus, and David Harbour voices Eric Frankenstein. Gunn’s brother actor Sean Gunn voices both G.I. Robot and Weasel. Maria Bakalova voices Princess Ilana Rostovic with Indira Varma as the Bride of Frankenstein, and Viola Davis is back as Amanda Waller (just an animated version, this time). The series will stream on Max in 2024.

“Waller,” Gunn said, is a continuation of the “Peacemaker” series, which is currently on Max. The series stars Davis as the title character, who also appeared in “Peacemaker.” Christal Henry and Jeremy Carver – who created the recently canceled “Doom Patrol” – serve as executive producers. Like “Creature Commandos,” “Waller” will premiere before “Superman: Legacy.”

“Lanterns” show will focus on the two better-known members of the Green Lantern Corps, Hal Jordan and John Stewart. Ryan Reynolds played Jordan in the 2011 “Green Lantern” film, while Stewart became a fan-favorite in part thanks to his role in the 2000s animated series “Justice League.” He was also one of DC’s first Black heroes. Gunn said this show will have “True Detective” vibes as the duo investigates a mystery that will be essential to the DCU.

“Paradise Lost,” another Max TV series, will be set on Wonder Woman’s home island, Themyscira, before she was born. Safran described it as similar to “Game of Thrones” and the political intrigue in a society of all women.

The “Booster Gold” character is Mike Carter, a man from the future who uses technology to come back in time and convince people he’s a superhero. This TV series will have a comedic beat. The character was previously played by Donald Faison on “Legends of Tomorrow.”