Breaking News: Exciting Updates on DC's Phase 1 Suicide Squad Spin-Off Coming Soon!

Summary

James Gunn reveals that there will be no updates on the Waller series any time soon.

Gunn refutes criticism about Jennifer Holland's portrayal of Emilia Harcourt, dispelling suggestions of favoritism towards his wife in the DC projects.

The Waller series will center on Amanda Waller's actions in the revamped DC Universe, potentially highlighting her authority over both the Suicide Squad and the Justice Society, magnifying her influence.

There are currently no updates on the new spin-off of DC Universe's Chapter 1 Suicide Squad, entitled Waller. James Gunn, previously the writer and director of The Suicide Squad in 2021, shared that there will not be any forthcoming announcements in the near future regarding this series. A fan inquired about Waller on Threads, prompting Gunn to disclose this information.

A different fan expressed their doubts, saying, "Considering the ongoing writing and acting strikes, it's unlikely that we can expect progress on Waller anytime soon." Gunn emphasized this sentiment by using a pointing emoji. Due to the ongoing strikes by the Writers Guild of America and SAG-AFTRA, numerous movies and shows have been postponed. With no resolution in sight, it is difficult to predict when work on Waller will resume.

James Gunn Hits Back At Emilia Harcourt Criticism

In another reply on Threads, Gunn hit back at a user's criticism regarding Jennifer Holland's Emilia Harcourt.

Gunn and Holland, a married couple, have been subjected to continuous unpleasant comments from individuals who believe that Harcourt's increasing involvement in DC projects is solely due to her personal connection to Gunn. In response, the creative head of the DC Universe expressed agreement with another user, using a "Yes" and an eye-roll emoji, to acknowledge the flaw in the theory that Gunn intends to favor Harcourt at DC.

A particular user holds the belief that Gunn is intentionally ruining Amanda Waller's legacy solely for the sake of his wife. According to this user's theory, Gunn plans to gradually diminish Amanda Waller's presence in the comics, eventually replacing Viola Davis' portrayal of the character in DC's movies with Holland's Harcourt. However, this theory has an obvious problem, which was pointed out by another user asking, "Isn't a Waller max series scheduled to premiere before Peacemaker season 2?" Gunn subsequently confirmed the accuracy of this statement.

In the Waller series, Harcourt may join other characters from Peacemaker. However, the main focus will be on Amanda Waller's activities in the new DC Universe. Harcourt and Waller will collaborate, as hinted in the post-credits scene of Shazam! Fury of the Gods, where they recruit a hero for their team. In Waller, it is likely that Davis' character will have control over both the Suicide Squad and the Justice Society, which will amplify Amanda Waller's authority.