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DCU Horror Film Clayface Faces Major Rewrite After Flanagan's Exit

5/3/2025

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Mike Flanagan's departure from the DCU horror film Clayface has sparked a total rewrite, now in the hands of a new screenwriter. Directed by James Watkins, this project is slated for a September 11, 2026 release. As DC Studios grapples with setbacks, including the cancellation of Sgt. Rock, the future of its film slate hangs in the balance.

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Mike Flanagan's departure from the DCU horror film Clayface has sparked a total rewrite, now in the hands of a new screenwriter. Directed by James Watkins, this project is slated for a September 11, 2026 release. As DC Studios grapples with setbacks, including the cancellation of Sgt. Rock, the future of its film slate hangs in the balance.