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James Gunn quits DCU, Robert Pattinson named Bond frontrunner

James Gunn's exit from DC Studios makes Robert Pattinson the top James Bond candidate.

Nov 10, 2026

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James Gunn quits DCU, Robert Pattinson named Bond frontrunner

James Gunn's exit from DC Studios makes Robert Pattinson the top James Bond candidate.

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James Gunn's exit from DC Studios makes Robert Pattinson the top James Bond candidate. James Gunn quitting DC Studios shifts James Bond casting to Robert Pattinson after his Batman role. Originally reported by LADbible.

James Gunn and Peter Safran fired from DC

Gunn and Safran are out at DC (Michael Kovac/Getty Images for Warner Bros. Pictures)

James Gunn and Peter Safran were let go from DC Studios after four years, several beloved TV shows, and a successful Superman reboot.

Skydance's decision on Gunn's Superman

Skydance's decision on Gunn's Superman

Skydance, the company that purchased Warner Bros., said James Gunn’s Superman was not enough of a cultural success despite raking in $618.7 million.

Gunn's statement on Instagram

Gunn said he was relieved he had not enjoyed the more executive-focused parts of the job.

Jeremy Latcham takes over DC

Jeremy Latcham is now the man in charge of DC Studios (Phillip Faraone/Getty Images for Paramount Pictures)

Jeremy Latcham, a former Marvel Executive, is now the head of DC Studios with a focus on family-friendly films.

Robert Pattinson as Bond frontrunner

Robert Pattinson is up for the role of James Bond, and James Gunn's firing makes him the frontrunner (Kristina Bumphrey/Variety via Getty Images)

Robert Pattinson is the top candidate for James Bond after James Gunn's firing shifts the race.

Bond casting shortlist

The Bond shortlist includes Robert Pattinson, Nicholas Hoult, Jack Lowden, Callum Turner, and Josh O’Connor.

Latcham's focus on family films

Latcham will likely recast Pattinson’s Batman role to focus on family-friendly films instead of adult content.

What to remember

James Gunn quitting DC Studios shifts James Bond casting to Robert Pattinson after his Batman role.

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