James Gunn And Peter Safran Stepping Down As DC Studios CEOs After
Leadership change at DC Studios
Gunn and Safran have led DC Studios as co-chairmen and CEOs since 2022. Their replacement, Jeremy Latcham, is set to take over on December 1. Latcham previously worked as Marvel’s senior vice president of production and development. He was involved with the “Iron Man,” “Spider-Man” and “Avengers” franchises, among others.
Gunn looks toward filmmaking
Gunn described the executive job as difficult and said its corporate demands had taken time from him and his loved ones. He said he would miss the people at DC Studios and helping care for its characters.
At the same time, Gunn said he was “incredibly relieved and excited” to return to filmmaking. He praised Safran as a capable partner and a close friend.
Their work at DC continues
Gunn said he and Safran are not immediately leaving DC projects behind. He noted that “Man of Tomorrow” is due out this summer and said he is writing another DC project.
The pair took charge in November 2022, when the franchise was struggling, and were tasked with shaping a long-term plan for DC properties. The DCU’s first chapter, “Gods and Monsters,” began in December 2024 with the animated series “Creature Commandos,” followed by “Superman” in July 2025.
Key points
- Gunn and Safran are stepping down as DC Studios co-chairmen and CEOs effective December 1.
- Former Marvel executive Jeremy Latcham will replace them.
- Gunn said he is eager to return to filmmaking but will remain involved in DC projects.
- The DCU’s first chapter began in December 2024 with “Creature Commandos.”