James Gunn and Peter Safran, the co-CEOs of DC Studios, are gearing up to give a soft reboot to the superhero franchise, bringing out fresh concepts on the table. Starting with Gunn’s Superman, the DCU Chapter 1: Gods and Monsters will introduce several key characters, including Justice League members like Batman, Green Lantern, and Superman.
The franchise would likely introduce the superheroes in the animated universe if the new team in live-action becomes a hit. As fans speculate about a possible revival of the Justice League Unlimited series, the former made a candid remark that fans needed to hear.
James Gunn Commented on Possible Justice League Unlimited Revival
During a recent fan interaction on Threads, James Gunn was asked about reviving the popular Justice League Unlimited. The sudden interest in the DCAU was brought up due to the success of Marvel Studios’s new X-Men series, X-Men ’97, which reignited fans’ interest in the mutants, piquing their interest in what the studio has to offer regarding them.
Given that a series based on an old superhero team makes such a boom in the market, it would be common for the industry to follow the trend.
But, the filmmaker thinks otherwise. He replied to the fan’s query, acknowledging the unique nature of the Marvel animated series. However, he wouldn’t just want to follow the crowd.
Post by @jamesgunnView on Threads
He responded,
“X-Men ’97 is fun because it’s unique and not desperately trying to follow the trends of everything around it. So I’d rather just keep doing that.”
His comments are enough to state his opinion that he values originality and uniqueness more than anything in the project. He would rather keep the Justice League Unlimited series on hold before thinking of a fresh concept, than making it a mere tool to stand out in making something that is successful.
Fans React to James Gunn’s Candid Remarks on Justice League Unlimited Revival
The Suicide Squad director has made his stance firm that he would not be going to follow the success trajectory trends but rather keep a uniform approach in sharing content with the audiences. Even comic book fans were highly impressed with his vision and acknowledged his thought process of working on what he’s focused on in the franchise.
They took to X to express their opinions by commenting on the post of DCU Updates. Check out the tweets here.
He couldnt have given a more perfect answer haha
— Zain (@MysticalBoy22) April 27, 2024
Good response. Stop following the trend of copying one another and just work on what they have going on 👍🏽
— Immanuel Arriaga (@immy_future) April 27, 2024
10/10 answer! This is called not being reactive to every single thing your competitors are doing and keep the focus on crafting good stories instead!
— Marcos (he/him) (@MarcosMovieNerd) April 27, 2024
10/10 answer! This is called not being reactive to every single thing your competitors are doing and keep the focus on crafting good stories instead!
— Marcos (he/him) (@MarcosMovieNerd) April 27, 2024
What a GOATED answer 👏
— SUPER SOCIETY (@MDMCorp125) April 27, 2024
While fans would be overjoyed to witness the old show back again, Marvel fans are already blessed with what they’ve been offered now. The anticipated X-Men’97, a revival of the 1990s X-Men: The Animated Series, garnered positive responses from critics. According to Disney (via Variety), the show’s first episode garnered 4 million views globally in its first five days, marking it the second-biggest first-season premiere for a full-length animated series of the streaming giant, with the first being What If…? Season 1 in 2021.
Featuring an ensemble superhero team, the series continues the story of the X-Men. who face new challenges after losing their leader, Professor X. The first season consists of 10 episodes which are being released weekly until May 15. The second and third seasons are already in the works.
Justice League Unlimited is streaming on HBO Max.
