Chris Pratt Confirms DC Universe Talks Following James Gunn’s Shocking Exit
Leadership changes at DC Studios
DC Studios is approaching a leadership change after James Gunn and Peter Safran were confirmed to be finishing their time as co-CEOs. Jeremy Latcham is set to take over following the Warner Bros. Discovery/Paramount merger.
The news has drawn reactions from Hollywood figures and stars, as well as audiences. The DCU’s Chapter 1, “Gods and Monsters,” released several projects this year.
Pratt speaks with Gunn
In an interview with ComicBook, Chris Pratt was asked about Gunn stepping down and whether there had been progress on bringing him into the DC Universe. Pratt said he had spoken with Gunn the previous day.
Pratt suggested Gunn may prefer filmmaking to some executive duties, describing him as a writer, director and movie maker. He also called Gunn an auteur and said he was eager to see what Gunn does next.
No concrete DC plans
Pratt said he had looked through DC material while Gunn was at the studio, and the two had some conversations about possible roles. However, he said nothing concrete had come from those discussions.
He said he hopes to work with Gunn again and believes they could find material beyond DC. Pratt framed a future collaboration around his relationship with Gunn and the characters they might bring together.
Key points
- Pratt said he spoke with Gunn after the DC Studios leadership news.
- Pratt and Gunn discussed DC material, but no plan was concrete.
- Gunn and Safran are set to finish as co-CEOs, with Latcham due to take over.
- Pratt said he hopes to collaborate with Gunn again, inside or outside DC.