Things are heating up in Metropolis, as co-president of DC Studios James Gunn He announced that he is in the process of writing a feature film about Superman. In conjunction with the new project, Gunn also revealed that Henry Cavill He will not return as a hero.
“Peter and I have our DC slate ready to go, which we couldn’t be more than over the moon with; we’ll be able to share some exciting information about our first projects early in the new year,” the director-turned-president of the company said. chirp Wednesday evening.
“Superman is among those on the list. In the initial stages, our story will focus on an earlier part of Superman’s life, so Henry Cavill won’t be playing the character. But we just had a great meeting with Henry and we’re big fans and talked about a number of exciting possibilities for us to work together in the future.” .
Sources close to the capital said diverse That Jean and his co-chairman Peter Safran and Cavill recently met are all excited to find something in the comic book universe for Cavill to engage with.
Cavill confirmed that he will not be reprising the role of Superman in a statement shared on Instagram.
“It’s sad news for everyone. After all, I won’t be returning as Superman. It wasn’t the easiest news, but that’s life,” Cavill wrote, after asking the studio to announce my return in October, before they were hired. “I respect that James and Peter have a world to build. I wish them and everyone involved in the new universe the best of luck and the happiest of fortunes.”
Insiders say Gunn has been working on a new Superman story for some time. The script will focus on the character’s life as a cub reporter in the fictional city of Metropolis. Insiders added that audiences will encounter him meeting key characters, such as colleague Lois Lane. in addition to, diverse Sources said Gunn’s new project won’t replace the previously announced JJ Abrams-Ta-Nehisi Coates Superman concept (which is still in active development).
Cavill isn’t the only star from DC’s latest era who has sat down with Gunn and Safran. Some people familiar with those conversations said Ben Affleck – who has played Batman in several films from the poster – recently sat down to discuss the possibility of directing an upcoming DC movie.
The Superman news comes after a week of headlines following Warner Bros.’ decision. not moving forward with the new “Wonder Woman” movie with director Patty Jenkins. On Tuesday, Jenkins tweeted a lengthy statement saying she was “open to considering anything that is asked of me” regarding a possible third project, which has been cancelled. Soon after, Gunn responded with support, telling Jenkins on Twitter, “I can attest that both Peter and my interactions with you have been only pleasant and professional.”
As Gunn said Monday, more details about the reimagined DC Universe are expected to come in January.