James Gunn

2022 - 10 - 27

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As James Gunn Takes Over, The Future Of DC Movies, TV And ... (Forbes)

James Gunn will lead creative efforts on DC's TV and film division going forward, while producer Peter Safran will focus on business and production.

Unlike Marvel’s MCU—which is finally absorbing the X-Men and the Fantastic Four thanks to Disney’s acquisition of Fox—DC is a bit more byzantine, though it sounds like that will slowly start to change going forward. “We look forward to collaborating with the most talented writers, directors, and actors in the world to create an integrated, multilayered universe that still allows for the individual expression of the artists involved. Just how much of DC’s film, TV and animation projects will fall under Gunn and Safran’s purview remains to be seen. Some of the best content that’s come out of DC Films in recent years has been thanks to Gunn’s involvement, including the rebooted Suicide Squad and the surprisingly excellent Peacemaker HBO TV series starring John Cena. has not exactly knocked it out of the park when it comes to the DC Extended Universe, especially compared to Marvel’s wildly successful MCU. “The unprecedented move, in which a top director will assume a top executive post, marks the end of a months-long search by Warner Bros.

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James Gunn named the creative leader of DC Studios (Far Out Magazine)

James Gunn is the director of the 2021 DC superhero movie 'The Suicide Squad' with Margot Robbie, Idris Elba, Pete Davidson, John Cena, Viola Davis and more ...

Our commitment to Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, Harley Quinn, and the rest of the DC stable of characters is only equaled by our commitment to the wonder of human possibility these characters represent”. Gunn isn’t alone in the creative hot-seat of DC Studios either, dividing responsibilities with Peter Safran, a talent manager and producer who has worked across countless Warner Bros projects. Releasing a statement about their new appointment, the duo said: “We’re honored to be the stewards of these DC characters we’ve loved since we were children.

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James Gunn and Peter Safran Are the New Heads of DC Studios (tor.com)

Director James Gunn and producer Peter Safran will now be in charge of DC Studios, which encompasses the comic book company's TV, film, and animation projects.

Reportedly, this arrangement is for four years—years in which Gunn, a successful director for both DC and Marvel, is limited to working only for DC. “Gunn will focus on the creative side of things, while Safran will focus on the business and production side. The director and producer share the titles of co-chairs and co-CEOs, which is a lot to put on a business card.

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