Tracking the DCU's Decade-Long Vision

In 2022 James Gunn and Peter Safran were appointed as the top executives at DC Studios. Soon after, the duo revealed that they had an “eight-to-ten-year” plan for how the DCU would be connected throughout films, television, and video games. At that first press event, the pair revealed their Chapter One: Deities and Creatures the major cornerstone of which was Superman. Or what was called at the time, Superman: Legacy. Additional projects planned include an Amanda Waller animated series, some live-action Green Lantern antics, and the movie appearance of Damian Wayne. So, how is James Gunn and Peter Safran's 10-(or 8)-year strategy progressing?

Pre-Chapter One housekeeping

Prior to being able to implement their ideas, Gunn and Safran needed to complete the ongoing projects within the Warner Bros. Discovery production pipeline. Not every one of them, though. A third installment featuring Wonder Woman was canceled. December 2022 .

It had never been clear how much of the original DCEU would carry over into the Gunnverse. Viola Davis is portraying Amanda Waller throughout the... Suicide Squad films, but following the poor performance of Aquaman: The Lost Kingdom, Jason Momoa moved from portraying Ocean Man to becoming a Space Bounty Hunter. He will be starring as Lobo in the new Supergirl movie. Then there's The Flash. In his first release video, Gunn stated the movie would "reset the whole DC Universe." However, this reboot concluded with George Clooney as Batman So how crucial is it to the ongoing narrative?

What has been released so far?

The initial official output from the 10/8-year initiative was an animation. Creature Commandos . It marked Gunn's test of using the same actors for roles in both animated and live-action productions. Frank Grillo portrays Rick Flagg Sr. on the series and in Superman . The series featured an animated version of Amanda Waller, performed by Viola Davis, establishing her role within the new DC Universe. This also allows G.I. Robot to battle Nazis in live action. should the need arise .

But clearly, the key launch for this 10-year strategy was Superman. Now that it's setting new box office milestones, Gunn and his team can relax somewhat. The movie introduces the Green Lantern Corps, Supergirl, and also brings Hawkgirl into the mix. Peacemaker into moviedom.

What’s next?

Supergirl

The ending of Superman sets up Milly Alcock as Supergirl , A chaotic Kryptonian socialite. It turns out, Krypto is her dog and Clark was taking care of pets while she went out of this world drunk. Gunn has already stated that the film will closely follow the Woman of Tomorrow plot featuring out-of-this-world adventures alongside her apprentice Ruthye (Eve Ridley) and the gritty, intense Lobo (Jason Momoa). Supergirl arrives in cinemas on June 26, 2026.

Lanterns

Guy Gardner (Nathan Fillion) introduces the Green Lantern Corps for HBO’s Lanterns. The series will feature a dual lead role for Lanterns Hal Jordan and John Stewart, "very much in the style of" True Detective "as stated by Safran and Gunn," Kyle Chandler will portray Jordan, alongside Aaron Pierre as Stewart, according to reports. Deadline Created by Damon Lindelof and Tom King, the series will center around rookie Lantern Stewart and seasoned officer Jordan as they investigate a homicide in rural America. And those two guys can fly.

Clayface

David Zaslav mentioned that the Clayface movie is inherent in his declaration of celebration resides within his proclamation of joy is embedded in his expression of praise lies at the core of his acknowledgment of triumph is present in his affirmation of success exists within his utterance of commendation is woven into his speech of honor can be found in his articulation of acclaim is evident in his pronouncement of victory is contained in his discourse of recognition Superman his box office success achieved through THR Within just the coming year, DC Studios will unveil several movies Supergirl and Clayface in cinemas and the show on screen and the television series available in movie theaters and the TV show showing in theaters and the serial currently playing in theaters and the series at the theater and the program screened in theaters and the series now showing in theaters and the series featured in theaters and the show presented in cinemas and the series Lanterns on HBO Max, as part of an ambitious ten-year strategy," he wrote. "The DC outlook is defined, the energy is genuine, and I'm truly thrilled about what lies ahead." As far as we know, Clayface Was searching for a director, with a screenplay written by Mike Flanagan. Anyone interested in filming some intense soliloquies?

The Courageous and the Valiant The Fearless and the Daring The Heroic and the Brave The Intrepid and the Bold The Valor-Filled and the Strong The Dauntless and the Audacious The Resolute and the Fierce The Unwavering and the Brave The Gallant and the Courageous The Pioneers of Valor

Gunn has been revealing certain information about The Valiant and the Daring, The Courageous and the Bold, The Fearless and the Bravest, The Heroic and the Audacious, The Intrepid and the Unyielding, The DC Universe's debut into the Batfamily. It will be a film centered around a father-son relationship between Bruce and his son, Damian Wayne. The only information we have regarding this movie's cast so far is that Robert Pattinson will not take on the role of Batman's father. .

The TBD at WBD

Certain programs and films appear to have been put on hold, if they're taking place at all. We've not received much information regarding the scheduled Waller animated series since November 2024 when Gunn bleeted that the series was still being developed. There has also been minimal information available regarding The Authority (an alternative using any method possible instead of the Justice League) , Paradise Lost (a Game of Thrones -Alike setting based on Wonder Woman's home country), the Booster Gold show for HBO Max, or anything that Gunn and Safran had planned for Swamp Thing. But hey, there's still between five to seven years ahead!