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James Gunn Sets DCU Direction, Confirms He’ll Helm More Projects as ‘Man of Tomorrow’ Advances

He says the 2027 Superman follow-up is equally Lex Luthor’s story and that new connective threads introduced this month will play out across the DCU instead of resolving a recent TV cliffhanger.

Overview

  • James Gunn says he already knows the next few unannounced DCU projects he plans to direct beyond the current slate.
  • Man of Tomorrow is dated for July 9, 2027, and Gunn emphasizes it will center on both Superman and Lex Luthor rather than repeat the tone of Superman.
  • Gunn clarifies the film will not directly answer what happens after Peacemaker’s latest-season ending, though the wider conflict it tees up will feature in upcoming stories.
  • He positions franchise-spanning elements—such as an alternate-dimension storyline and the Checkmate organization—as recurring pillars that will connect films and series.
  • Responding to divided reactions to the Peacemaker finale, Gunn defends its setup purpose, while Nicholas Hoult signals enthusiasm to continue as Lex and a cast member suggests a Checkmate-focused spinoff is possible.