James Gunn & Peter Safran Out at DC Studios in Shocking Move: Read Their Statement

Leadership change at DC Studios

They are currently working on Man of Tomorrow, a sequel to 2025’s Superman. The pair said their time at DC included bringing Superman back to the center of the brand and developing stories for film and television.

Their creative work continues

Gunn and Safran named Peacemaker, Creature Commandos, Lanterns and Clayface among the projects made during their tenure. They said they were proud of the actors, crews and executives involved. The two also said they looked forward to focusing again on storytelling, including the next chapter of Clark and Lex’s journey in Man of Tomorrow.

Latcham takes the lead

Jeremy Latcham, formerly Marvel’s senior vice president of production and development, will become DC Studios’ president and chief creative officer. Gunn and Safran said they had worked with him at Marvel and welcomed the perspective he could bring to DC.

Latcham said he was honored to lead the studio into its next era. He described the role as a major responsibility, including bringing DC characters to audiences in ways that engage longtime fans and introduce their stories to a new generation.

Skydance praises the transition

Skydance chairman and CEO David Ellison and co-CEO Ynon Kreiz credited Gunn and Safran with launching a new era and transforming the studio. They said the pair had reset its foundation and built a slate they were proud of.

Ellison and Kreiz said they trusted Gunn and Safran to support a smooth, collaborative handover. They also said Skydance looked forward to working with Latcham and strengthening its commitment to fans.