James Gunn does not take breaks. The co-CEO of DC Studios has revealed that he is already writing a new DC Universe film, even though Superman: Man of Tomorrow has not even hit theaters yet.
This detail is significant because the cinematic calendar for the new DCU still has many gaps to fill beyond 2027. Knowing that Gunn is already working on the next script suggests that the franchise will continue to expand at a steady pace in the coming years.
Gunn confirms he is already writing his next film
The news came to light via Threads, where a fan asked the filmmaker if he had started writing his next film project. Gunn's response was brief but direct: he was already on it.
The head of DC Studios explained that he needed to keep busy while waiting for the editing phases of his current projects. However, he offered no clues as to which character or story will star in that new script.
With this confirmation, it is clear that a new project is underway within the DCU, although the mystery regarding its content remains completely sealed.
A DCU calendar that still has gaps to fill
This revelation comes at a time when the DC Universe continues to build its release slate. Following the launch of Creature Commandos in December 2024, Superman became the first film of this new era in July 2025, starring David Corenswet.
Since then, the DCU has continued to expand with the second season of Peacemaker, as well as the series Supergirl and Lanterns, all part of Chapter 1: Gods and Monsters.
The next theatrical release will be Clayface, scheduled for October 23. From that point on, the DCU calendar remains quite open for some time.
Currently, Man of Tomorrow is the only film in the main DCU line with a confirmed date after Clayface, scheduled for July 9, 2027. Outside of that continuity, The Batman – Part II, directed by Matt Reeves, and the animated film Dynamic Duo continue to move forward.
In this context, knowing that Gunn already has another feature film in development is particularly striking, as DC Studios has not yet officially announced any new film projects beyond Man of Tomorrow.
Which character could star in the new film?
For now, any answer would be pure speculation. James Gunn has not given any concrete clues about the protagonist of his next script.
In recent times, there has been talk of possible projects related to Wonder Woman, Batman, or the Teen Titans, but there is no information confirming that any of them is the project Gunn is currently working on.
The only certainty, for the moment, is that the filmmaker is writing a new story for the DCU. Which character will star in it remains a total mystery.
Warner Bros. and the future of DC Studios
The news also comes amid a major reorganization within Warner Bros. The studio has completed its transaction with Paramount and is now operating under the Skydance umbrella.
According to available information, David Ellison plans to keep James Gunn and Peter Safran at the helm of DC Studios. This would give Gunn enough room to continue developing the next chapters of a franchise that, in his own words, still has a lot of ground to explore.
Gunn continues to look ahead
The most relevant aspect of this confirmation is that Man of Tomorrow does not mark an end point for James Gunn within the DCU. Before that film even hits theaters, the filmmaker is already thinking about what comes next.
We will have to wait to find out which character will take center stage in that new story. Batman, Wonder Woman, and the Teen Titans continue to appear as possibilities on the table, although Gunn is keeping his next move completely secret.
With the number of heroes and villains still waiting for their turn within this new DC Universe, that mystery could become one of the most discussed topics in the coming months.
Frequently Asked Questions
What has James Gunn confirmed about his next film?
Gunn confirmed via Threads that he is already writing a new DCU film, although he did not reveal which character or story will star in the project.
When is Man of Tomorrow released?
Superman: Man of Tomorrow has a confirmed release date of July 9, 2027.
Which DCU film arrives before Man of Tomorrow?
The next DCU theatrical release will be Clayface, scheduled for October 23.
Is it known which character will star in the new film Gunn is writing?
No. At the moment there is no official confirmation, although there has been speculation about projects related to Wonder Woman, Batman, or the Teen Titans.
Will James Gunn remain at the head of DC Studios?
According to available information, David Ellison plans to keep James Gunn and Peter Safran at the helm of DC Studios following the reorganization of Warner Bros. under Skydance.
What other DC projects are underway outside the main DCU?
The Batman – Part II, directed by Matt Reeves, and the animated film Dynamic Duo continue to move forward outside the main DCU continuity.
