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James Gunn Confirms Arkham Asylum TV Series Is No Longer in Development

Gunn says the reworked concept didn’t fit the new DCU plan.

Overview

  • In a BobaTalks interview, DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn said the Arkham series "just didn't work" and is not being developed by anyone right now.
  • The project originated as a Gotham City Police Department show tied to Matt ReevesThe Batman before shifting to a horror‑leaning Arkham concept.
  • Showrunner Antonio Campos was attached during development as the series evolved and later was retooled to align with the DCU under Gunn and Peter Safran.
  • Trade reporting in mid‑2024 said the project was put on ice, and Gunn’s comments now publicly confirm its shelved status.
  • Gunn allowed there is "hope" it could be revisited someday, as coverage notes HBO’s The Penguin succeeded and Reeves continues work on The Batman Part II for 2027.