The recent announcements in the DC house, by James Gunn And Peter Safran, seem to outline a picture of rebirth clearer than ever, in which the old canonical films seem to have no place. Looking beyond the recent deletions and changes, it looks like the DCU extension is concentrating all its energies towards a future that will try in every way to shake off the failures of the previous one DCEU, renewing almost everything. One question, however, arises: Will there also be room in the new plans for films due out in 2023? The doubt arises spontaneously, given that their protagonists belong to the so-called “old management”.
Which DC Movies Will Remain Canon in Jame Gunn’s New DC Universe?
So we decided to reflect for a second on the upcoming films and the still unofficially canceled works, trying to collect the films that probably, at least based on what we know so far, could more easily stay in the DCU extension.
One of the most successful films of the DCEU it was without a doubt The Suicide Squad (if interested in recovering it you can find it on Amazon), directed by the same James Gunn. While not knowing if there will be a direct sequel, the confirmations of some of its protagonists can only bode well for the future. Proof of this can be found in the return of Viola Davis in the role of Amanda Walleraccompanied by the characters featured in the series Peacemakersand making the return of the film that saw them all more and more likely.
Starting from The Suicide Squad, one cannot fail to mention the harley quinn Of Margot Robbie and the reception it received from the general public (inspiring a lot of homages and cosplays at the time). Such a love shouldn’t be underestimated at all, even if we don’t yet know how we’ll find it again in the new DCU extension. We will have a sequel of Birds of Prey, or other appearances of the character? In any case, not betting on his return would be reckless.
Another film from the previous canon DC mentioned James Gunn And Peter Safran have spoken recently, praising it, is The Flash, coming on June 16, 2023. From their point of view it is not only “of the best superhero movie ever made”but also a fundamental building block for “reset” the situation, transforming what was previously done into DCU extension. Words like that highlight the film’s importance and confirm its long-term impact.
Furthermore, during the presentation event, James Gunn and Peter Safran were also asked about the present and the future of Aquamansaying that at the moment the second chapter is an important piece, as well as an element of the DCEU that will connect to the future.
Even the upcoming release, the March 17, 2023Of Shazam! The Fury of the Gods has given DC fans a lot to think about, with Gunn’s words regarding his “potential” they inspired confidence. Since these are films previously disconnected from everything else, nothing will prevent them from connecting to the DCU extension in the near future, even if there is nothing confirmed, it is fair to say.
Last but not least, Blue Beetle and its confusing gestation. Being that this film took a long time without ever really showing itself, fans began to doubt its release. It will then be part of the DCU extension? It sure looks like it, since James Gunn defined it “part of the project”. So we just have to wait for new information on the matter, in the hope of having a first look at the work in progress as soon as possible.
