David C. Roberson and Jason Goss break down the latest DCU news, casting updates, rumors, and clarifications from DC Studios.

Bud Cort Dies at 77

We begin by remembering Bud Cort, who voiced:

• Toyman on Superman: The Animated Series, Justice League Unlimited, and Static Shock
• Josiah Wormwood on Batman: The Animated Series

Supergirl Updates

Supergirl Meets Lobo TV Spot

A new TV spot for Supergirl featuring Lobo has surfaced. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3TuUiYuaWCU

Baby Krypto Revealed

New footage featuring Baby Krypto debuted during the Puppy Bowl and was later shared by James Gunn. https://youtu.be/VoqjnU_wGJM

“We’re Not Telling Woman of Tomorrow”

Gunn clarified that the film is not a direct adaptation of Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, but rather inspired by its tone and structure.

Supergirl Test Screenings

Reports suggest:

• A darker tone than Superman
• A human trafficking storyline
• More intense violence
• Strong cinematography
• A major role for Jason Momoa’s Lobo
• A redesigned, more menacing Krem of the Yellow Hills

Sources describe the film as balancing humor, darkness, and lightness.

Lanterns

New Lanterns Logo Revealed

The first official logo for Lanterns has been unveiled.

Clayface

Production Update

Gunn confirms that director James Watkins is still working on the first cut of Clayface.
The film remains on track for its 2026 release, though Warner Bros. has shifted the release date to October.

Man of Tomorrow

Brainiac Casting Confirmed
Lars Eidinger has been cast as Brainiac.

Gunn shared that the character draws inspiration from multiple comic eras, including classic Otto Binder stories and more modern, darker interpretations.

Casting Updates

Gunn confirmed:

• Smaller roles are currently being cast

• The rumored female role is NOT Wonder Woman

Maxima Rumor

Reports suggest Maxima may appear as a secondary antagonist before potentially shifting allegiances.

Cinematographer Confirmed

Sam McCurdy (Game of Thrones, Shōgun) joins as cinematographer.

The Batman Part II

• Casting Rumors
• Scarlett Johansson rumored as Gilda Dent

• Sebastian Stan rumored for Harvey Dent

Reports suggest an older role may be Harvey Dent’s father

We also discuss comic lore surrounding Harvey’s abusive father and its potential influence.

Batman: The Brave and the Bold

Christina Hodson Writing
THR reports Christina Hodson is attached as screenwriter.
Gunn defended her writing publicly, noting that screenplays often differ significantly from final films.

No Actionable Script Ready
Gunn says there is no “actionable script” yet and that DC is taking a measured development approach.

Mister Miracle
Tom King confirms Mister Miracle is a DCU project with major implications and confirms Darkseid has been cast.

DC Tea 

Batman & Wonder Woman Auditions Are False
Gunn states that rumors of Batman and Wonder Woman auditions are not true.
He reaffirmed both characters’ importance to the DCU.
Wonder Woman Casting Rumor
Deuxmoi claims Adria Arjona is Gunn’s top choice, though this remains unconfirmed.

Dynamic Duo Not DCU
The animated Dynamic Duo project is not part of DCU canon.

Grant Gustin Is Not the DCU Flash
After hair-dye speculation online, Gunn shut down rumors that Gustin is the new Barry Allen.

Blue Beetle 2?
Director Angel Manuel Soto says he hopes to continue the story and would love to introduce Booster Gold, possibly even through animation.

Creature Commandos
Season 2 Animating

Gunn confirmed that Creature Commandos Season 2 is animating, with more projects in development.

Captain Atom Rumor
Reports suggest Nathaniel Adam (Captain Atom) may appear in Season 2.

“A Lot Close to Greenlight”
When asked about upcoming DCU projects, Gunn stated that several are close to greenlight — and at least one already is.

Zatanna & Lobo What-Could-Have-Beens

Emerald Fennell revealed her darker, more psychological Zatanna script was likely “too far away from the genre” for DC Studios.
Jason Fuchs reveals his Lobo plans

Superman Blu-ray Sales
Superman was the second top-selling Blu-ray of 2025, behind Wicked.


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DC Studios came in hot this week, y'all! But we'll be catching up on like a month of news, breaking down the first official Supergirl teaser, new first-look footage from Lanterns, major updates on Man of Tomorrow, fresh The Batman, Part II rumors, and why you should probably rather Netflix get Warner Brothers Discovery rather than Paramount! All that and a whole lot more:



Supergirl

• Gunn Debunks Forbes' Budget Guestimation
• The First Official Looks at Supergirl's Suit
• Teaser Clip 1
• Teaser Clip 2
• Supergirl Poster
• Supergirl Teaser Trailer
• What Made Craig Gillespie Agree to Direct Supergirl
• Filmmakers Say This is an Anti-Hero Story
• Milly Spoils a Cameo

Lanterns

• Gunn Debunks AI Images
• First Footage Reported from Brazil
• Casey Bloys Gives Release Window
• First Look Footage

Man of Tomorrow

• The Wrap Says Brainiac is the Villain
• Gunn Debunks Steve Trevor Rumor
• There Will Be More Rick Flag Sr.
• Pierce Brosnan Hears Dr. Fate Returns in Man of Tomorrow
• Is Wonder Woman on the Way?
• Gunn Debunks a Bunch of Rumors and Reminds Us He's Never Confirmed Brainiac.

The Batman, Part II

• Variety Says No Zoe in The Batman Part II
• Scarlett Johansson Playing Gilda Dent?
• Brad Pitt Done Came and Went

Mister Miracle

• Tom King Gives Update on Mister Miracle
• Discusses Continuity Error Discovered in Original Book That No One Has Found
• Explains the Concept of Stan Lee's No-Prize

DCU Batman

• James Gunn Talks Suit Colors and White Eyes

DCTEA

• Netflix and Warner Bros Just Defined the Relationship
• The Length of James Gunn’s Contract With DC Has Been Revealed
• James Gunn Teases the Future of the DCU After Netflix Purchase
• Gunn: DC Crime Has Never Been a Name For Anything
• Tom Brittany is Beloved by Gunn. Wonder If He'll Play Someone in the DCU?

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Jason and I review the first DC Universe Animated Movie, 2007's Superman: Doomsday!

Throw us a weird, emotionally-stunted Supes with the mumps, an overly-dramatic Lois, Lex as a sexual predator and a subscription to the National Voyeur, cause we're getting into all the things that didn't work about this forced PG-13 debacle (and the few things that did)!

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From Jimmy Olsen’s true-crime docuseries DC Crime to James Gunn’s Clayface tease, this week’s DC on SCREEN dives deep into the weirdest corners of the DC Universe — and maybe the cosmos. We’re breaking down the latest Supergirl updates, the supposed Lanterns release shuffle, and what the rumored Paramount-Warner merger could mean for James Gunn and Peter Safran’s DC Studios. Also -- who the hell could Alan Ritchson be playing in the DCU? Plus: we get sidetracked by grey aliens, Betty and Barney Hill, and Valiant Thor — because of course we do.

DC Crime (New HBO Max Series)

• American Vandal creators Tony Yacenda and Dan Perrault are developing a Jimmy Olsen-lead series DC Crime, a true-crime show hosted by Jimmy Olsen (Skyler Gisondo).
• Season 1 focuses on Gorilla Grodd, with James Gunn and Peter Safran executive producing.

Supergirl

• Actor David Krumholtz (Zor-El) confirms the film will dive deeper into the House of El and Krypton’s legacy.
• Reports of reshoots/additional photography may include David Corenswet’s Superman, possibly explaining the missing costume from the WB Studio Tour.

Clayface

• James Gunn celebrates Clayface’s comic anniversary, confirming Tom Rhys Harries will bring the tragic villain to life.
• The post hints at a more nuanced, human Clayface rather than a pure monster.

Lanterns Update

• The Hollywood Reporter quietly confirms that Lanterns will debut after Supergirl in the new DCU timeline, but is that new information?

DC Studios & Paramount Merger Rumors

• Bloomberg reports Paramount CEO David Ellison aims to keep Gunn and Safran’s leadership intact if a merger happens.
• We talk about corporate shake-ups, creative stability, and what that could mean for the DCU’s future.

Fandom Flanderization & Brainiac

• Gunn reposts a video on “fandom flanderization”, reminding fans that there’s no single “true” version of DC’s heroes — just evolving interpretations.

Alan Ritchson’s “Messier” Role Talks

• Ritchson confirms conversations with DC Studios about playing a morally grey anti-hero, saying he wants something “a little dirtier” than a clean-cut protagonist.

Bat-Fam Animated Series

• The new DC animated series Bat-Fam is now streaming on Prime Video.

Bonus Tangents

• Grey aliens.
• Betty & Barney Hill’s abduction.
• Valiant Thor’s alleged time at the Pentagon.

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I've been sick, so it's been a minute -- meanwhile James Gunn is out here talking up Salvation, hinting at a supernatural Batman, and letting Supergirl be as edgy as Tom King and Ana Nogueira want her to be. Of course we're trying (and failing) to process it all like responsible adults. We break down why Andy Muschietti should shut tf up about The Flash, Gunn's Lex Luthor obsession, go on a stroopwafel detour, diagnose our ADHD binge-watch habits, and so much more! This is a longie, y'all (you're welcome, Eli)!

Here's the breakdown:

Supergirl

• Ana Nogueira Finds Supergirl in Tom King's Work

Clayface

• Gunn Has, Ahem, Practical Advice for Clayface

The Batman Part II

• Colin Farrell Says He's Got a Smaller Role
• Matt Reeves Says, "Never Been Done"

Man of Tomorrow

• Script Picture Reveal
• Will Man of Tomorrow Reveal Chris Smith's Fate?
• Gunn Says Luthor is Heroic
• 4th Draft Has Been Completed
• Superman Suit Being Used by Production?

DCTea

• Gunn Has Confirmed that Fleury is Not Martian Manhunter
• Waller/Checkmate Status
• On Songs in Other DCU Projects
• The Peacemaker Twist Leading in to DCU
• Swamp Thing Still Planned
• Gunn Knows What Comes Next
• Will Darkseid Be a Big Bad?
• Flag’s Intentions
• Salvation is in Another Universe
• Salvation Going Significantly Further Than Lanterns
• Lanterns Introducing Far-Reaching Elements
• This Coincidence Is Great for Ultraman
• Mister Miracle Update
• Why G.I. Robot Is Not in Peacemaker
• Andy Muschietti Defends The Flash
• Will Constantine 2 Happen Now That a New Script is Complete?
• Gunn on Constantine 2
• We’ll Have to Wait and See if Damien is Still in The Brave and the Bold
• Batman’s Look Isn’t the Most Important Thing
• The DCU’s Batman Casting Gets Most Promising Update Yet From James Gunn
• Supernatural Batman!?
• Gunn Has Plans for Catwoman
• Flash Still At Least a Couple of Years Away
• James Gunn Reveals Promising Update on The Authority
• No one is Working on Arkham Asylum TV Series
• Bat-Fam Trailer
• Knightfall Is Getting the Movie Treatment It Deserves
• Batman: Caped Crusader - An Old New Take on Joker

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Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 8 Review – “Full Nelson”
In this review of Peacemaker 2x08, we break down the easter eggs, swoon over the wholesome magic of the boat flashback, discuss how all of the 11th Street Kids end up in this finale, and share theories and news about what could happen in the near future of the DCU (as well as what could have been). We also defend the finale from naysayers and read your feedback!

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Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 7 Review – “Like a Keith in the Night”
In this review of Peacemaker 2x07, we break down the shocking twists, praise the standout performances, and share theories on how the season finale could play out. We also discuss moments we wish had made it into the episode (even if they would’ve ruined the drama!).

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How did this episode find us, you wonder? How did we like the reveal of the alternate universe's big secret? We got deep in on this one -- from why Adrian's dad wasn't gay in the alternate universe (and why Chris may have been disappearing on his family) to issues with basement keys, bush dives, and dry heaves... And of course we talk about the Beatles, that great conversation between Chris and Harcourt -- so much...

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We're reviewing the latest episode of Peacemaker, 2x05 - "Back to the Suture", and it's another banger though we are on the edge of our seats for the greatly-praised final three episodes of the season!We have some more predictions and have fun discussing our favorite moments as well as insights from the official Peacemaker podcast!

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