Clayface in DCU

DCU brings Clayface to live-action for the first time in 2026.

Tom Rhys Harries

Tom Rhys Harries plays Matt Hagen in James Gunn's DCU film.

Clayface's moral role

Harries says Clayface is a villain but his journey creates moral complexity.

“I don't view him as an antihero. Me, Tom, I think he's ultimately a villain”

Naomi Ackie

Naomi Ackie plays Dr. Caitlyn Corr in the Clayface movie.

Clayface's moral complexity

Clayface's actions create moral ambiguity that some can understand.

“To a point. I can understand why he does what he does, to a point”

Clayface's moral boundary

Once Clayface crosses a point, there's no going back.

“Yes. And then once you've crossed that Rubicon, there's no going back”

Clayface's moral identity

Clayface's actions create objective villainy.

“I don't think anybody who you would, in real life, I don't think anybody would classify themselves as a villain”

Clayface's moral ambiguity

Clayface's moral ambiguity creates ethical boundaries that people cross.

“I think there are certain actions that you could take, and then you go, 'Well…'”

Clayface's moral conclusion

Clayface's actions create objective villainy.

“I think there's an objective villainy to what's being done”

Clayface movie release

Clayface opens in theaters on October 23, 2026.