James Gunn Blasts DC Rumors While Crafting Superman Legacy: 'I'm Storyboarding And Don't Have Time!'

Debunking DC Rumors: Gunn Draws the Line

Addressing the rampant speculation, Gunn said, "I'm getting barraged with bulls**t DC rumors this morning," adding, "I'll just reiterate the general rule not to believe anything unless it comes from me or Peter [Safran]." Known for his regular social media interaction, Gunn candidly explained why he's opting to reduce rumor control, mainly due to the flood of unverified chatter and his current commitment to "Superman Legacy."

Superman Legacy: Striking the Kryptonian-Human Balance

While clarifying the rumor chaos, Gunn also hinted at the upcoming narrative, echoing producer Safran's earlier statement. "Superman Legacy" is not an origins story but instead dives into the Man of Steel's struggle to balance his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing. Safran described the new Superman as "the embodiment of truth, justice, and the American way, he's kindness in a world that thinks of kindness as old-fashioned."

Although the project is in its storyboarding phase, a cast member has been chosen - though it's not Superman himself. The iconic role of Clark Kent has yet to be filled, and fan speculation has thrown several names into the mix including Nicholas Hoult, David Corenswet, Jacob Elordi, and Andrew Richardson.