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DC Studios Extends Gunn and Safran's Contracts to 2027

12/8/2025

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James Gunn and Peter Safran's contracts as co-chiefs of DC Studios are extended to spring 2027, signaling David Zaslav's confidence in their creative vision.
The extension follows Gunn and Safran's future discussions after Netflix's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.
Gunn says DC's big films should release theatrically to preserve the communal experience.
Production begins April 2026 for "Supergirl" and "Man of Tomorrow," keeping the DC Universe pipeline active.

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James Gunn and Peter Safran's contracts as co-chiefs of DC Studios are extended to spring 2027, signaling David Zaslav's confidence in their creative vision.
The extension follows Gunn and Safran's future discussions after Netflix's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.
Gunn says DC's big films should release theatrically to preserve the communal experience.
Production begins April 2026 for "Supergirl" and "Man of Tomorrow," keeping the DC Universe pipeline active.