James Gunn Leaves DC Studios After 10-Year Plan

James Gunn and Peter Safran exit DC Studios

James Gunn and Peter Safran left their leadership roles at DC Studios after less than two years of the DC Universe officially starting.

Announced on November 9, 2026

The news was revealed on November 9, 2026, during Skydance's quarterly earnings call.

Replaced by Jeremy Latcham

Jeremy Latcham, a Marvel Studios veteran, will lead DC Studios starting December 1, 2026.

Latcham's background

Latcham produced Iron Man, The Avengers, and Guardians of the Galaxy, with over $5 billion in superhero movie experience.

Why Gunn and Safran left

Their DCU movies underperformed after Superman's success, with Supergirl making $126 million off a $175 million budget.

Gunn's statement

Gunn said he is 'incredibly relieved and excited to get back to' creative work after leaving DC Studios.

“incredibly relieved and excited to get back to”

Man of Tomorrow timeline

Man of Tomorrow is in post-production with a July 9, 2027 release date, unaffected by Gunn's exit.

Confirmed DCU projects

Creature Commandos season 2 and The People v. Gorilla Grodd are confirmed for 2027 releases on HBO Max.

Uncertain DCU projects

Mister Miracle is confirmed for 2028, but Supergirl, Clayface, and other projects remain uncertain.

DCU's future

The DCU may continue without Gunn and Safran, but their 10-year plan could change significantly.

Priority projects

DC Studios will prioritize Batman and Wonder Woman to build the Justice League after Gunn's exit.

Gunn's next move

Gunn is writing a secret DC movie that Safran will produce, with no set release date.

DCU's survival

The DCU's survival depends on Man of Tomorrow's success and audience reception of key characters.

What happens next

DC Studios will focus on Batman and Wonder Woman to ensure the DCU's long-term viability after Gunn's exit.