Gunn and Safran to Remain Key Figures in DCU Following Merger

James Gunn and Peter Safran, co-CEOs of DC Studios, will continue to oversee the DC Universe (DCU) following the merger with Paramount and Warner Bros. and its subsequent acquisition by Skydance.

Executives Safe Amidst Merger

Rumors of their potential removal during the tumultuous merger have been circulating for months. However, Puck News reports that both Gunn and Safran, along with projects like 2025’s Superman and Lanterns, are slated to remain involved “at least initially” as the integration process progresses.
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Gunn Celebrates New Skydance Title

Following the announcement of a new Skydance title, James Gunn shared the project’s trailer on Instagram, featuring clips from The Batman (starring Robert Pattinson) and the DC logo. He captioned the post, "What once was the peak, is now just the beginning," echoing the trailer’s sentiment.

Upcoming DCU Projects

Gunn and Safran officially took control of DC Entertainment in 2022 and are expected to continue their leadership through 2027. The DCU is currently gearing up for the premiere of Lanterns Season 1, which has received positive reviews, and the theatrical release of Clayface. Man of Tomorrow, featuring Xolo Maridueña as Blue Beetle, is scheduled for a July 2025 release, with speculation surrounding a potential new Wonder Woman character.