James Gunn Abruptly Exits DC Studios Role Alongside Peter Safran, Replacement Revealed

Rahul MajumdarMon, November 9, 2026 at 6:31 PM UTC

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In a shocking development for DC fans worldwide, James Gunn and Peter Safran have stepped down from the joint role of running DC Studios. The duo will leave their leadership positions four years after taking charge of DC Studios in 2022.

According to Variety, Jeremy Latcham will succeed Gunn and Safran. Latcham is a former Marvel executive who worked on several projects under Kevin Feige. He will serve as DC’s president and chief creative officer.

Latcham previously worked with Gunn as an executive producer on 2014’s Guardians of the Galaxy. His other Marvel credits also include Iron Man, Avengers, and Spider-Man: Homecoming. He will report to Dana Goldberg and Josh Greenstein, co-chairs of Skydance Motion Picture Group.

Gunn and Safran leave behind a mixed box office legacy at DC Studios

In the four years since taking the reins at DC Studios, James Gunn and Peter Safran have overseen three DCU feature films, beginning with 2025’s critically acclaimed Superman. The film grossed more than $600 million worldwide, while Supergirl underperformed at the box office in 2026.

DC Studios subsequently released the horror film Clayface. Together, the three DCU films released under their leadership have grossed more than $854 million worldwide. They have also produced three TV shows sharing continuity with the films, with more in development.

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“Four years ago, we set out to unite DC under one creative vision,” said Gunn and Safran in a statement. “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.” Both are expected to remain involved with DC projects, but will shift their focus back to creative work.

Gunn is currently busy with post-production on Man of Tomorrow, which he also directed. The filmmaker also directed several episodes of Peacemaker.

Man of Tomorrow is scheduled to release on July 9, 2027. No other DCU feature films currently have confirmed release dates after it. Now, it remains to be seen whether Gunn will continue to write or direct any future projects at DC Studios.

Originally reported on SuperHeroHype.com.

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