DC Studios Showcase | Ep. 15: James Gunn Reveals What’s Next for Superman, Peacemaker & the DCU

Join hosts Frankey Smith and Tyler Coates for an exclusive deep-dive interview with James Gunn—writer, director, and co-head of DC Studios. In this must-watch episode of DC Studios Showcase, Gunn discusses the bold new direction of the DC Universe, including major upcoming projects like Superman, Peacemaker season 2, Clayface, and Supergirl. Discover how he approaches adapting beloved DC Comics characters, the behind-the-scenes creative challenges, and how his personal story shapes the stories he tells. Whether you're a longtime DC fan or new to the franchise, this episode offers rare insight into the future of superhero storytelling.

James Gunn – Selected Credits:
Superman – Writer/Director
Peacemaker (HBO Max) – Creator/Executive Producer
The Suicide Squad (2021) – Writer/Director
Guardians of the Galaxy (Vol. 1–3) – Writer/Director
Slither – Writer/Director
Brightburn – Producer
Super – Writer/Director

00:00 Superpowers: What Would You Do?
01:35 Welcome to DC Studio Showcase
02:41 Special Guest: James Gunn
02:57 James Gunn's Career Highlights
04:26 The State of DC Studios
08:37 James Gunn on Social Media
10:28 Directing and Producing Insights
26:18 Music and Movies: James Gunn's Approach
34:11 Discovering Ska and Creature Commandos
34:29 Evolution of Filmmaking and Personal Growth
38:06 Superman and the Concept of Family
38:31 Upcoming Projects and Character Development
40:46 The Popularity of G.I. Robot and Nina
43:45 The Importance of Character Consistency
48:46 Casting Choices and Inspirations
01:00:41 The Vision for Lanterns and Clayface
01:07:07 Final Thoughts and Future Episodes

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