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Dean Cain reveals racist slur he was called after being cast as Superman

29/07/25 21:37

Dean Cain has opened up about a racist slur used against him after he won the role as the lead in the popular 1990s show Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman. The actor, 58, who trashed the current Superman film starring David Corenswet as 'woke' before seeing it, revealed the nasty way a fan of the show once criticized him for being cast as the Man of Steel. 'It was 1993 and I remember a fan going, "We wanted Superman, not Sushi Man,"' he told Variety in a story published on Tuesday....read

Superman director condemns DC Studios for its 'terrible' handling of Henry Cavill after announcing the actor's return as Man Of Steel - before handing role to David Corenswet
20/07/25 13:32
Gunn has overseen something of a renaissance for the beleaguered franchise, with his reimagining of Superman currently enjoying enormous box-office success.
New Superman movie is forced to CUT two scenes after they were deemed too risque for Indian audiences
16/07/25 08:20
The new Superman movie has been forced to remove two scenes from screenings in India after they were deemed 'overly sensual'.
New Superman movie is forced to CUT two scenes after they were deemed 'overly sensual' for Indian audiences
15/07/25 08:26
While cinemagoers in the rest of the world saw the blockbuster in its entirety, Indian fans noticed a jarring skip.
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New Superman movie soars to the top of the box office earning $122 million in third best opening of 2025
13/07/25 18:59
Superman had a super opening weekend as the new action adventure soared to the top of the box office.
Superman fans seriously divided over one game-changing scene as film hits cinemas - raging 'what was James Gunn thinking?!'
11/07/25 10:42
The beloved superhero franchise has been rebooted with actor David Corenswet taking on the role of the lycra-clad hero.
Dean Cain blasts new Superman as 'woke' flop in wild tirade over immigration and Hollywood's agenda
10/07/25 17:40
One of the actors who once wore the iconic Superman cape has joined the growing chorus of critics slamming the new DC superhero reboot as a painfully woke reimagining.
Superman's 'woke' reboot is branded 'pointless' and a 'migraine of a movie' by unimpressed critics - as director faces backlash for calling the Man of Steel an 'immigrant'
09/07/25 08:28
The new Superman movie has been met with a sea of just two star reviews as critics are unconvinced of the first foray into the newly-branded DC Universe.
Superman first reviews are largely positive though some call it 'overstuffed' and 'all over the place'
09/07/25 00:16
Warner Bros. held the Los Angeles premiere of Superman at the TCL Chinese Theatre on Monday, with fans and critics already praising the film on social media.
Superman director called 'Superwoke' as he faces backlash for calling the Man of Steel an 'immigrant'
08/07/25 22:50
Gunn, 58, said that he felt the character - played by David Corenswet, 32, in the new movie - had a lot in common with immigrants who come to the America in search of a better life.
Superman reboot faces harsh criticism in early review
08/07/25 13:08
The new film - directed by James Gunn and starring David Corenswet as the fictional superhero, with Rachel Brosnahan as precocious reporter Lois Lane - will go on general release from July 11.
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Who needs kryptonite when the reviews are this bad? Woke Superman reboot is savaged in brutal early review as hard-to-please critics brand new movie a 'convoluted mess'
08/07/25 07:39
The new film - directed by James Gunn and starring David Corenswet as the fictional superhero, with Rachel Brosnahan as precocious reporter Lois Lane - will go on general release from July 11.
Superman fans all saying the same thing about new trailer and it has nothing to do with the action
14/05/25 19:06
The James Gunn directed film was seen in a new three-minute clip which begins with an interview between Clark Kent AKA Superman (David Corenswet) and Lois Lane (Rachel Brosnahan).
Superman director James Gunn defends 'goofy' new clip after it was mocked by fans sparking frenzy of memes
29/01/25 08:14
Superman director James Gunn defended a new promotional clip from the film, after the footage was mocked by fans and sparked a frenzy of internet memes.
Surprising reason Jimmy Carr is trending on X as fans share their shock over new snap
27/01/25 15:52
Fans were all saying the same thing after a new teaser for the hotly-anticipated new Superman film was released on Monday.
David Lynch tributes: Twin Peaks actor Kyle MacLachlan leads stars remembering director after his death aged 78
16/01/25 19:40
Kyle MacLachlan led the celebrities paying emotional tributes to David Lynch following his death aged 78 .
Superman fans all saying he's already been upstaged by another character in FIRST trailer from James Gunn film
19/12/24 16:59
The first trailer for the hotly anticipated new Superman film has been released. But the Man Of Steel, played by David Corenswet, was upstaged by an unexpected character.
Superman fans go wild over first look of David Corenswet in the blue superhero suit
16/12/24 19:44
The new Superman is here. He was seen looking up as he wore his tight blue suit with a red S stamped on front. Behind him were a rainbow of colors. The tag line is, 'Look up.'
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel star Rachel Brosnahan poses with Pikachu at Pokemon Go Fest... after landing Lois Lane role in Superman: Legacy
07/07/24 07:26
Now she has landed the coveted role of Lois Lane in the upcoming movie Superman: Legacy, in which the title character will be played by David Corenswet, replacing Henry Cavill.
Superman's legacy: Christopher Reeve's lookalike son Will, 32, to appear in new superhero film starring David Corenswet - almost 50 years after late actor debuted in iconic role
02/07/24 22:41
Christopher Reeve's lookalike son Will will make a cameo appearance in the new Superman film - 47 years after the late actor debuted in the iconic superhero franchise.
Superman Returns! David Corenswet seen on set in iconic suit for FIRST time as he films hotly-anticipated new movie in franchise - after Henry Cavill was booted from role
24/06/24 17:32
Superman star David Corenswet embodied the Man of Steel as he was seen on set in the iconic suit for filming of new movie, Supeman on Monday.
SNL star Beck Bennett to make his DC Studios debut in James Gunn's highly-anticipated Superman remake
06/06/24 04:04
Beck Bennett is set to make his movie debut on director James Gunn 's first DC film, Superman. The SNL alum, 39, will act as a reporter for the movie's news channel The Daily Planet.
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Love Island's famous fans who could be getting ready to tune into the 2024 series - from King Charles to Margot Robbie, Liam Gallagher and Nicola Coughlan
01/06/24 13:37
Love Island's 2024 summer series launches on Monday June 3, and the stars entering the villa have been revealed.
Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow sets June 2026 release date with House of the Dragon's Milly Alcock to star... as filming set to begin this Fall
15/05/24 05:32
Warner Bros. has set a June 26, 2026 release date for its highly-anticipated Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, which has House of the Dragon's Milly Alcock starring .
Superman FIRST photo! David Corenswet makes his debut in the blue suit and red boots for next installment of the superhero franchise
06/05/24 16:22
A first photo of actor David Corenswet as Superman was shared on Monday. He will portray Clark Kent in the rebooted film series alongside Rachel Brosnahan, 32, as Lois Lane.
Ryan Reynolds pays emotional tribute to late Deadpool & Wolverine production designer Ray Chan following his unexpected death as star reflects on poignant last conversation
26/04/24 20:39
Ryan Reynolds paid emotional tribute to Deadpool & Wolverine production designer Ray Chan following his death this week.
Ryan Reynolds 'devastated' by death of Deadpool & Wolverine production designer Ray Chan as Marvel pay tribute to 'hugely generous and talented' collaborator
26/04/24 17:28
Ryan Reynolds has been left 'devastated' by the unexpected death of Deadpool & Wolverine production designer Ray Chan this week.
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James Gunn shares the first photo from the set of Peacemaker Season 2 with a shot of John Cena's shiny helmet
15/04/24 06:03
While production is still under way on his new Superman movie , director James Gunn is pulling double duty, directing new episodes of his Peacemaker series.
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Nicholas Hoult goes bald after shaving his hair off for new role as Superman nemesis Lex Luthor as he attends basketball game in Atlanta
31/03/24 09:15
The Skins actor, 34, has been cast as the iconic villain in Warner Bros.' highly-anticipated Superman: Legacy.
Jake Gyllenhaal reveals 'it would be an honor' to portray Batman in James Gunn's rebooted DC Universe... two decades after he auditioned for Batman Begins
19/03/24 06:52
Jake Gyllenhaal has been making the press rounds for his new Road House remake, where he opened up about playing the superhero Batman
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Superman's Rachel Brosnahan shares cute video with costars David Corenswet and BALD Nicholas Hoult from first day of filming
01/03/24 07:33
The performer, who will portray Lois Lane in the film, also penned a tongue-in-cheek message in her post's caption that read: 'A supervillain, a journalist and an alien walk into a bar...'
Director James Gunn reveals Superman: Legacy is now titled just Superman... while revealing the first look at the iconic crest
01/03/24 01:42
Director James Gunn is taking advantage of the extra day in February - Leap Day - to get production started on his new Superman film.
The Naked Gun reboot starring Liam Neeson in the role made famous by Leslie Nielsen finally gets release date in 2025
29/02/24 04:10
The Naked Gun reboot starring Liam Neeson in the role made famous by Leslie Nielsen finally gets release date in 2025.
Meet the new Supergirl! House of the Dragon star Milly Alcock lands lead role in new movie with DC boss James Gunn revealing he was 'blown away' by her audition
30/01/24 01:59
The new DC Universe headed up by James Gunn and Peter Safran has added yet another important piece, with Milly Alcock signing on as the new Supergirl.
Victoria's Secret model Sara Sampaio flaunts her incredible figure in a TINY black bikini during sun-soaked getaway to Bora Bora
05/01/24 08:24
The Victoria's Secret model, 32, looked incredible as she slipped into a tiny black bikini and flaunted her toned figure in a slew of Instagram snaps.
Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom debuts with a very soft $28 million for one of the worst opening weekends in DCEU history
25/12/23 02:40
After being panned by most of the nation's critics as one of the worst DCEU movies , Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom debuted with one of the worst opening weekends.
Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom may be the 'last stand' for Jason Momoa as the character according to new DC boss Peter Safran
22/12/23 07:15
Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom opens this weekend and marks the end of the DC Extended Universe before James Gunn and Peter Safran's new universe begins in 2025.
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Superman: Legacy adds supermodel Sara Sampaio as Lex Luthor's assistant Eve Tesmacher and Skyler Gisondo as photographer Jimmy Olsen
22/11/23 00:30
Just one day after Warner Bros.' Superman: Legacy brought on Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor , two more key supporting characters have been cast.
James Gunn confirms three existing superhero characters will return in his new DC Universe movies
27/09/23 23:38
New DC Studios president James Gunn has already made some sweeping changes to the DC movie landscape, but it seems at least three existing characters will return.
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Jamie Christopher - a first assistant director who worked in the MCU and on all 8 Harry Potter movies - has passed away at 52... with tributes pouring in from James Gunn, Rian Johnson and more
31/08/23 05:21
The Hollywood community - specifically crew members - are in mourning on Wednesday after the passing of first assistant director Jamie Christopher.
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The Witcher director Marc Jobst hints Henry Cavill may have left the Netflix series because his unrelenting work ethic took a big toll: 'These are demanding shows to make'
22/08/23 01:45
Less than a month after Henry Cavill's final episodes of Netflix's The Witcher have aired, director Mark Jobst is opening up about his exit.
Wonder Woman 3 is not moving forward in new DC universe
11/08/23 14:18
Wonder Woman 3 will not be moving forward in the rebooted DC Universe - despite star Gal Gadot claiming the project had been greenlit by studio heads James Gunn and Peter Safran.
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Wonder Woman 3 is NOT moving forward in new DC universe - DESPITE star Gal Gadot claiming studio heads James Gunn and Peter Safran had greenlit project
10/08/23 23:03
Wonder Woman 3 will not be moving forward in the rebooted DC Universe - despite star Gal Gadot claiming the project had been greenlit by studio heads James Gunn and Peter Safran.
Disney+ releases trailer for season two of hit Marvel animated series I Am Groot starring Vin Diesel
08/08/23 10:47
Disney+ has released a new trailer for season two of I Am Groot, a prequel to their hit Guardians of the Galaxy movies.
DC fans voice FURY as Gal Gadot reveals she will return as Wonder Woman - even after Henry Cavill was recast as Superman in so-called 'overhaul' of series
04/08/23 21:38
The actress, 38, revealed that she will be working on the film with James Gunn during an interview with ComicBook.com. But this did not sit well with DC fans who took to Twitter to express their upset.
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Gal Gadot reveals she is developing a third Wonder Woman film
02/08/23 17:37
The 38-year-old performer spoke to the media outlet and revealed that she had been in talks with DC Studios heads James Gunn and Peter Safran to reprise her role as the superheroine.
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Gal Gadot reveals she is developing a third Wonder Woman film alongside DC Studios heads James Gunn and Peter Safran
02/08/23 15:41
The 38-year-old performer spoke to the media outlet and revealed that she had been in talks with DC Studios heads James Gunn and Peter Safran to reprise her role as the superheroine.
Guardians Of The Galaxy filmmaker James Gunn finally addresses rumour that Vin Diesel was paid $54 million for role as Groot
26/07/23 11:54
Marvel's Guardians Of The Galaxy director James Gunn finally debunked the rumour that Vin Diesel earned $54 million playing Groot, a role requiring him to only say three words over and over again.
David Corenswet has been saying for YEARS that Superman would be his dream role: 'My pie-in-the-sky ambition'
28/06/23 21:06
David Corenswet has actually wanted to play Superman for years.'My pie-in-the-sky ambition is definitely to play Superman,' the 29-year-old told Entertainment Weekly way back in 2019.
Who is David Corenswet? Meet the actor who's replaced Henry Cavill as new Superman
28/06/23 11:06
David Corenswet will replace Henry Cavill in 2025's Superman: Legacy, despite the actor never playing a lead role in a major production before. Who is he, and where have you seen him?
New Superman announced! Look Both Ways star David Corenswet will replace booted Henry Cavill as Clark Kent in Superman: Legacy - while Rachel Brosnahan is set to portray Lois Lane
27/06/23 20:31
Look Both Ways actor David Corenswet will replace booted Henry Cavill in the new Superman film, Superman: Legacy.
The Flash FIZZLES at the box office - earning just $55 million in its opening weekend: Warner Bros. execs pumped $300M into troubled star Ezra Miller's film - and dubbed it 'the greatest superhero movie ever made'
19/06/23 17:10
Released last Friday, the anticipated superhero flick starring Ezra Miller, 30, raked in just $55million over the weekend - nowhere near original estimates offered during the film's early stages.
Pierson Fode the latest actor in the running to star in Superman: Legacy for director James Gunn... who reportedly liked the actor's audition
01/06/23 23:31
While it may quite some time before we learn who will play the Man of Steel in Warner Bros.' Superman: Legacy, a new contender has entered the fray.
James Gunn reveals 'friend' Pete Davidson has a SURPRISE cameo in newly released Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3 while sharing behind-the-scenes photos from set
09/05/23 03:34
James Gunn confirmed that former SNL comedian and 'friend' Pete Davidson has a surprise cameo in Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3 and also shared behind-the-scenes photos from the set.
Star-Lord and Rocket reunite! Chris Pratt and Bradley Cooper pose at a special screening of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 in New York City
04/05/23 06:50
Chris Pratt and Bradley Cooper reunited on the red carpet at a special screening of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.
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Karen Gillan elegant in black dress at NYC screening of Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3 ... in which she reprises role of Nebula
04/05/23 02:03
The Scottish actress, 35, donned a black double breasted blazer over a sparkling tan ensemble to the cinematic event in the Big Apple.
Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 eyeing $110M domestic box office debut and $250M worldwide... slightly above the debut for Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
02/05/23 23:21
Marvel Studios will usher in the summer movie season once again with its highly-anticipated sequel Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, the final installment of James Gunn's Guardians of the Galaxy.
'One of the best superhero films of all time': The Flash receives widespread praise after first screening at CinemaCon... despite star Ezra Miller's shock arrests and legal troubles
26/04/23 05:31
After debuting a new trailer for The Flash at CinemaCon, Warner Bros. treated attendees with the first screening of the movie, which was incredibly well-received.
The Flash trailer finds Barry Allen teaming up with Batman and Supergirl to defeat General Zod and save the future
25/04/23 23:28
Warner Bros. unveiled new footage from many of their upcoming projects during their CinemaCon presentation on Monday, including a new trailer for The Flash.
Chris Pratt is dapper in a sleek suit alongside Pom Klementieff and Karen Gillan as they attend the Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3 press conference in Seoul
18/04/23 06:12
Chris Pratt dressed to impress in a classic suit alongside stylish Pom Klementieff and Karen Gillan as they attended the Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3 press event in Seoul.
Sylvester Stallone returns in the action-packed new teaser for Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3
12/04/23 21:22
Sylvester Stallone added an extra dose of star power with a quick cameo in the latest teaser for the upcoming Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3.
Guardians of the Galaxy director James Gunn says people have superhero movie 'fatigue' after Avengers Endgame and says it's hard for Marvel to 'keep making good movies'
05/04/23 16:03
Guardians of the Galaxy director James Gunn said the phenomenon of superhero movie 'fatigue' is real as he gears up for new Superman film.
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New Superman movie will restore 'American Way' to hero's famous motto - after DC comics controversially dropped it in 2021: Director James Gunn says new movie will highlight Kansas 'heritage'
17/03/23 02:14
The motto's reinstatement was confirmed in a Wednesday press release that further revealed DC Studios has already tapped Guardians of the Galaxy's James Gunn as a director.
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Ben Affleck reveals he's 'not interested' in directing a DC movie under studio boss James Gunn's new regime - after having 'the worst experience' playing Batman in 2017's Justice League
16/03/23 23:18
Actor and filmmaker Ben Affleck shuts the door on returning to the DC Universe as a director under new DC Studios head James Gunn in a candid chat this week.
DC Comics chief James Gunn announces he will direct Superman: Legacy from his own script... only months after the Guardians Of The Galaxy helmer took on Warner Bros' top job
15/03/23 20:39
James Gunn has announced that he will be directing the upcoming DC Comics-based film Superman: Legacy. The 56-year-old filmmaker revealed the news through a series of Tweets.
James Gunn debunks rumors that he spoke with Henry Cavill to play Frankenstein's monster in the new DC Studios series Creature Commandos
08/03/23 05:24
DC Studios head James Gunn is debunking yet another report about the future of the DC Extended Universe, involving former Superman Henry Cavill.
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James Gunn reveals he started creating a 'separate' Superman path MONTHS before Henry Cavill was fired from reprising the iconic superhero
20/02/23 02:56
James Gunn expressed in responses on Twitter that he had been 'hired' to create a 'separate' Superman universe months before Henry Cavill was fired from reprising the superhero.
James Gunn shuts down rumors George Clooney will reprise his role as Batman in new DC Universe movies: 'Absolutely not'
12/02/23 03:34
The Guardians of the Galaxy director, 56, has taken on a new role as the new studio head of DC Studios alongside Peter Safran, and the pair have recently begun making changes to future projects.
DC franchise bosses call $200M The Flash 'one of the greatest superhero movies ever made' - paving the way for troubled star Ezra Miller to continue playing the character for years to come because they are 'committed to their recovery'
01/02/23 01:44
New DC Studio heads James Gunn and Peter Saffran appear to be standing firmly behind embattled 'The Flash' star Ezra Miller who they say is 'committed to their recovery.'
'We didn't fire him!' DC Studios bosses deny booting Henry Cavill as Superman and claim he 'was never cast' and was 'd****d around' with false promises before they took over
31/01/23 22:21
'We didn't fire Henry. Henry was never cast,' said Gunn during a presentation to reporters this week announcing plans for five new DCU films and five new TV series.
DC Studios launches revamped new film and TV universe anchored by Superman, Batman and Swamp Thing - after dumping $90M Batgirl movie and bringing on new bosses James Gunn and Peter Safran
31/01/23 21:01
Dubbed 'Chapter 1' of a planned decade-long DCU storyline, the slate included a new Superman film in 2025, a Batman movie that won't star Robert Pattinson, and a Swamp Thing origin film.
The Batman Part II release date set for October 2025... as trilogy plans are confirmed
31/01/23 17:51
The film, starring Robert Pattinson as the caped crusader, will be arriving in theaters on October 3, 2025.
James Gunn reveals the decision to cancel Titans and Doom Patrol came BEFORE he and Peter Safran took over DC Studios
26/01/23 06:07
HBO Max announced on Wednesday that their DC Studios comic book TV shows Titans and Doom Patrol will both be ending after their current fourth seasons.
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James Gunn shuts down fan-fueled rumor that Jacob Elordi will assume Superman role as he clarifies 'no one has been cast'
15/01/23 02:46
James Gunn shot down popular rumor that Euphoria actor Jacob Elordi will play Superman in reboot.. then suggests fans shouldn't expect casting news anytime soon
Dwayne Johnson reportedly pitched a multi-year plan for Black Adam to WarnerMedia CEO David Zaslav which 'didn't sit well' with others at the studio
05/01/23 00:31
Dwayne Johnson recently confirmed that his Black Adam sequel isn't happening under new DC Studios heads James Gunn and Peter Safran... though Johnson tried to set up a plan.
James Gunn bats down rumors that Gal Gadot was booted from Wonder Woman, after axing third movie and firing Henry Cavill as Superman
21/12/22 23:07
James Gunn, 56, addressed rumors that Gal Gadot wouldn't be returning as Wonder Woman as DC undergoes major changes.
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Zachary Levi DEBUNKS rumors he's being recast as Shazam following Wonder Woman, Superman and Black Adam shakeups at DC Studios
21/12/22 06:27
Amid a flurry of shakeups at DC Studios involving multiple superhero projects, Zachary Levi is debunking rumors he's being re-cast as Shazam.
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Now Black Adam 2 gets put on ice! Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson reveals his superhero movie won't get a sequel in massive shake up by new studio bosses (but actor hopes to return to DC Universe in the 'future')
21/12/22 01:20
New DC Studios head James Gunn has put yet another upcoming project on ice - a sequel to Dwayne Johnson's Black Adam.
New DC Studios boss James Gunn reveals he's been 'harassed' online and slams 'disrespectful outcry' from fans after axing Wonder Woman 3 and firing Henry Cavill as Superman
20/12/22 01:30
Just over a month and a half after taking over DC Studios, James Gunn is already feeling the wrath from fans after cancelling Wonder Woman 3 and revealing Henry Cavill is no longer Superman.
James Gunn responds to report DC Studios could see drastic changes involving characters such as Wonder Woman, Superman and Black Adam
08/12/22 23:50
A story in The Hollywood Reporter indicated that ahead of a presentation to David Zaslav, Gunn and Safran could be making big changes to many franchises.

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