Huge shocker for DC fans today as DC Studios co-heads James Gunn and Peter Safran are exiting their leadership positions. Taking over will be former Marvel SVP of Production Jeremy Latcham.
Gunn and Safran became CEO and Chairman of DC Studios four years ago as the Snyderverse was coming to an end with Warner Bros. Discovery, then led by David Zaslav, to reboot the DC universe into an interconnected franchise across film and television. Gunn, who at that point had written and directed The Suicide Squad and Peacemaker, was chosen to lead the studio with longtime producer Safran and together they shepherded a new slate of film and TV which officially began with Gunn’s Superman last summer.
According to reports neither Gunn or Safran are fully leaving DC Studios as they will stay on as creatives to produce further films and series. As of now, the DCU consists of Superman, Supergirl and Clayface alongside the series Peacemaker, Creature Commandos and Lanterns. Upcoming projects include Man of Tomorrow, HBO Max’s The People v. Gorilla Grodd and a Mister Miracle animated series.
The news comes after the much-maligned merger between Paramount and WBD which has been undergoing a huge change as they become managed by Skydance. Latcham, who has worked on many of Marvel’s previous hits such as Gunn’s Guardians of the Galaxy as well as Iron Man and The Avengers, will report to Skydance’s Dana Goldberg and Josh Greenstein. Gunn and Safran previously answered directly to Zaslav and then Paramount-head David Ellison.
“Four years ago, we set out to unite DC under one creative vision. In that time, we helped restore Superman to the heart of DC, while opening new doors and telling new stories in film and television with Peacemaker, Creature Commandos, Lanterns and Clayface,” Gunn and Safran said. “We’re immensely proud of the team that turned that ambition into something real, including the actors, crews and executives we had the opportunity to collaborate with. We’ve shared a creative history with Jeremy going back to Marvel, and we’re eager to see the perspective he brings to DC’s next chapter. We’re excited to return to what drew us to this job in the first place, which is telling the stories we love, including the next chapter of Clark and Lex’s journey in Man of Tomorrow.” Gunn also shared a lengthier statement on Instagram which can be read below.
“DC’s pantheon of characters is among the most iconic in American popular culture. I’ve had the privilege to help bring some of the most celebrated superhero stories to life on the big screen, and I’m excited and honored for the opportunity to now lead DC Studios into its next era. The chance to steward the incredible cast of DC characters to the screen in a way that excites lifelong fans while introducing their timeless stories to the next generation is a massive responsibility that I do not take lightly,” said Latcham. “I am grateful to Dana and Josh for putting their trust in me. I can’t wait to work night and day alongside filmmakers, comic book creators, artists and storytellers of every kind, across film, television and animation, to build something ambitious for longtime DC fans and newcomers alike.”
“Jeremy brings a deep reverence for DC and its passionate fanbase, recognizing that they are the very foundation of this storied, multigenerational brand,” said Goldberg and Greenstein. “Under his leadership, every film and television show will be ushered from start to finish through the prism of the legions of fans who love and champion it. Jeremy’s track record exemplifies the excellence he will bring to building out DC and the many beloved characters within it.”
“James and Peter launched a new era for DC Studios and led it through a period of real transformation, resetting the foundation and building a slate we’re incredibly proud of. We’re grateful for their passion, contributions and commitment to this legendary brand,” Ellison said. “Jeremy has been a longtime creative partner to both, and we have complete confidence that James and Peter will ensure a smooth, collaborative transition and continue this work with care. We look forward to working with Jeremy to build the next generation of DC storytelling and to doubling down on our commitment to fans.”
Man of Tomorrow is scheduled for July 9th, 2027 with The People v. Gorilla Grodd set for a 2027 release. Outside of the DCU, Gunn and Safran have also been producing The Batman Part II which will come out February 18th, 2028.
