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title: "James Gunn and Peter Safran Depart as CEOs and Chairmen of DC Studios"
url: https://noti.group/james-gunn-and-peter-safran-depart-as-ceos-and-chairmen-of-dc-studios/
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published: 2026-11-09T22:13:19.000Z
updated: 2026-11-09T23:48:13.305Z
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source: "Variety https://variety.com/lists/james-gunn-exit-dc-batman-superman-wonder-woman/"
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# James Gunn and Peter Safran Depart as CEOs and Chairmen of DC Studios

A change in leadership at DC Studios has left the future of its cinematic universe uncertain, with several projects in development still to be completed.

The sudden departure of James Gunn and Peter Safran as CEOs and chairmen of DC Studios has left fans and industry insiders wondering about the future of some of Hollywood's most beloved and profitable heroes.

Gunn and Safran had been at the helm of DC Studios for four years, laying the groundwork for a new cinematic universe. Their efforts were first showcased in 2025 with "Superman, a film that starred David Corenswet as the titular Man of Steel and Nicholas Hoult as supervillain Lex Luthor. Despite being a relative success at the box office, earning $618 million worldwide, their next project, Supergirl, did not fare as well.

The duo's final big-screen outing was Clayface, which hit theaters in late October and managed to pull in $109 million from a budget of just $44 million. However, it was their small-screen endeavors that provided some early hints at franchise interconnectivity, with shows like Peacemaker" and "Lanterns on HBO helping to fill the gaps between films.

In addition to what made it onto the screen, there were also several projects in various stages of development. Gunn had recently hinted that he was searching for his own DCU Batman, separate from Matt Reeves' work with the character. There was also talk about bringing back Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn, although no official announcements have been made.

Other projects still on the table include James Mangold's Swamp Thing" and a long-rumored "Wonder Woman movie. While details are scarce, it is known that Gunn and Safran will fulfill their remaining creative commitments with DC Studios before moving on.

Those commitments include wrapping up the sequel to Superman," titled "Man of Tomorrow. The film, which wrapped in late August, features a mix of returning stars like Corenswet, Hoult, and Rachel Brosnahan alongside newcomers Lars Eidinger as Brainiac and Adria Arjona as Maxima.

The casting of Arjona has sparked rumors that she may actually be playing Wonder Woman. However, no official confirmation on this matter has been made, leaving fans to speculate about the future of the DC Extended Universe under new leadership.

The sudden exit of James Gunn and Peter Safran from their roles in shaping the DC Extended Universe has left fans wondering what the future holds for its iconic heroes.

With Jeremy Latcham now at the helm, a veteran producer with experience on Marvel blockbusters like Iron Man" and "Spider-Man: Homecoming, there's speculation about whether he'll retain existing talent or bring in fresh faces. One thing is certain - David Corenswet, who donned Superman's cape in next summer's sequel Man of Tomorrow, will be sticking around.

As the new Man of Steel, Corenswet has already won over fans with his portrayal of the iconic hero, and it seems likely that Latcham will keep him on board. After all, Superman was a key part of Gunn and Safran's reboot plans, and one of DC's most valuable assets.

Corenswet's co-star Nicholas Hoult, who plays Lex Luthor in Man of Tomorrow", is also expected to continue in the role. The two will be joined by other familiar faces from the Superman supporting cast as they face off against Brainiac in the upcoming film.

In the end, fans can only wait and see how Latcham's vision for the DC Universe unfolds, but one thing is certain - it promises to be a thrilling ride for Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, and all their fellow heroes.

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Source: [Variety](https://variety.com/lists/james-gunn-exit-dc-batman-superman-wonder-woman/)  
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