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James Gunn To Direct ‘Superman: Legacy’ After Saying ‘No’ Years Ago: ‘I’m Incredibly Excited’

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James Gunn is directing the latest Superman movie. Gunn, who is now the co-chairman and co-CEO of DC Studios, announced on Twitter on Wednesday that he would be directing the latest instalment of the Super Man franchise, titled “Superman: Legacy“.

Gunn unveiled the news in a series of emotional Twitter posts that retold his dad’s significance while growing up. The film will burst into theatres on July 11, 2025, his dad’s birthday. “Yes, I’m directing “Superman: Legacy“ to be released on July 11, 2025,” tweeted Gunn. READ MORE: ‘The Batman’ Sequel Gets 2025 Release Date As DC Universe Unveils New Film And TV Slate My brother Matt told me when he saw the release date he started to cry.

I asked him why. He said, ‘Dude, it’s Dad’s birthday.’ I hadn’t realized. I lost my Dad almost three years ago. He was my best friend.

He didn’t understand me as a kid, but he supported my love of comics and my love of film and I wouldn’t be making this movie now without him.” He accompanied the announcement with an image from Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely’s “All-Star Superman” series, which may indicate the film’s inspirations. READ MORE: ‘Shazam!’ Star Zachary Levi Defends New DC Studios Heads: ‘Give Them Time To Make Something Special’  “I was offered Superman years ago—I initially said no because I didn’t have a way in that felt unique and fun and emotional that gave Superman the dignity he deserved,” Gunn continued. “Just because I write something doesn’t mean I feel it in my bones, visually and emotionally, enough to spend over two years directing it, especially not something of this magnitude.

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