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After a great start, DC’s new cinematic universe is already slowing down

Warner Bros. Discovery's highly anticipated standalone Supergirl film underperformed at the box office, dampening early optimism for James Gunn's new DC Universe. This failure challenges the studio's strategy of fast-tracking Kryptonian-centric projects immediately following the release of Superman.

Background

James Gunn recently took over the creative direction of the DC Extended Universe, aiming to reboot the franchise with interconnected storytelling starting with 'Superman'.

Source
The Verge
Published
Jun 30, 2026 at 05:00 AM
Score
5.0 / 10