James Gunn Silences Doubters with Epic Superman Legacy Revelation

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DC Studios is taking a deliberate approach in building the Justice League within the context of Superman: Legacy, emphasizing Clark Kent's viewpoint and the existing crime fighters in this cinematic universe.

The filming of Superman: Legacy will provide a clearer understanding of how these new heroes integrate into the narrative. It remains to be seen if more heroes will be added to the cast. James Gunn addresses concerns about the story of Superman: Legacy, acknowledging the inclusion of several other heroes in the upcoming DC Universe film. While DC Studios is focused on their upcoming Chapter 1 projects, titled "Gods and Monsters," Gunn and Peter Safran are diligently working on launching their new franchise. Among the highly anticipated films is Superman: Legacy, featuring David Corenswet as the newest depiction of the iconic superhero.

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Superman: Legacy continues its pre-production phase, Gunn has made numerous casting additions, notably including other DC heroes for the upcoming reboot. While this has generated excitement among many, there remain doubting fans who question how Clark Kent's latest cinematic adventure will fare with multiple superheroes vying for attention.

Why Introducing Other DCU Heroes Doesn't Have To Set Up The Justice League

Gunn responded to @damiennightwing97 on Threads, addressing their skepticism towards the filmmaker's intentions with SUPERMAN LEGACY in terms of being an origin story and setting up a potential Justice League of America plot. In response to their doubt about Mr. Terrific's inclusion in a Superman tale, Gunn shared an image from the animated Injustice movie featuring both Superman and Mr. Terrific, stating, "Now you've seen it!"

While the concerns raised by fans are valid, it's important to note that the inclusion of Hawkgirl, Mr. Terrific, Metamorpho, and Guy Gardner in Superman: Legacy does not necessarily mean they are the main focus of the film. In the realm of superhero movies, it is common for these characters to appear in supporting roles, rather than taking the spotlight. Being in a supporting capacity can involve having a few scenes or just a limited amount of screen time in the actual movie.

Warner Bros.' handling of the first Justice League movie suggests that DC Studios is not in a hurry to establish the team, especially through Superman: Legacy. It is worth noting that none of the Chapter 1 "Gods and Monsters" projects that Gunn and Safran announced in January included a Justice League project. This reveals a lot about their priorities. In Superman: Legacy, Gunn aims to establish the idea that in this universe, crime-fighting heroes are already well-established, narrated through Clark's perspective.

Assuming there are no delays due to the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, filming for Superman: Legacy is set to begin in 2024. During production, set photos and videos are likely to surface, providing the world with a better understanding of Gunn's vision for these characters. As of now, only time will tell if Superman: Legacy still requires the casting of additional heroes.

Source: James Gunn/Threads