In the dynamic world of superhero films, the DC Comics community finds itself immersed in speculation sparked by recent leaks concerning potential cinematic ventures. Yet James Gunn, the visionary driving DC Studios, introduces an unexpected twist. In response to the leaks, the CEO of DC Studios subtly suggests that falsehood may shroud at least one revelation, notably raising skepticism about the fate of Darren Aronofsky’s speculated Plastic Man project.
With the 57-year-old tantalizing enthusiasts with hints of forthcoming endeavors like Teen Titans and Plastic Man, fans find themselves pondering the uncertain destiny of these eagerly anticipated cinematic ventures.
James Gunn’s Slip Hints Darren Aronofsky’s Plastic Man Might Not Proceed
In the latest buzz from the DC cinematic universe, James Gunn’s recent slip-up has everyone wondering about Darren Aronofsky’s Plastic Man flick.
Gunn, the big cheese at DC Studios, chimed in on some recent leaks, hinting that at least one of them ain’t on the money. Among the gossip flying around are talks about Aronofsky possibly directing Plastic Man, a Teen Titans movie in the works, and whispers about a Sgt. Rock film, and even rumors of open auditions for Supergirl.
Gunn, playing his usual game on Threads, dropped a cryptic “AT LEAST one of those things is not true. Have fun guessing.” Plastic Man’s all about laughs, but the 55-year-old usually dives into heavier stuff, so it’s not hard to see where Gunn’s coming from.
But, who knows, maybe more than one of those rumors is off the mark. The Plastic Man tale might be legit or not, keeping the chatter alive. However, no new details have surfaced about the supposed Plastic Man flick.
Aronofsky jumping into the DC scene ain’t that out there, considering his knack for quirky films. As the rumor mill spins faster and anticipation builds, the fate of this project hangs in the balance.
We’ll have to wait and see if Gunn’s slip-up shakes up DC’s movie plans or if Plastic Man’s journey to the silver screen gets the green light, possibly with Aronofsky at the helm. And a fun fact: Gunn once teamed up with Matthew Lillard to try and bring Plastic Man to life on screen.
James Gunn and Matthew Lillard Once Attempted A Plastic Man Movie
Back in the film scene, the filmmaker and Matthew Lillard teamed up on a mission: bringing Plastic Man, the comic book icon, to the cinematic stage. Despite past attempts to give the stretchy DC superhero his movie, Plastic Man remains absent from the big screen.
Gunn spilled the beans(Twitter) in 2023, revealing he pitched the idea to Warner Bros., envisioning Scooby-Doo’s Matthew Lillard as the lead. The studio didn’t bite then, but now, with Gunn at the helm of DC Studios, there’s a chance the Plastic Man idea might get a second look.
Plastic Man, created by Jack Cole in 1941, has animated appearances galore but hasn’t stretched into live-action in the DC universe. Known for his elastic abilities and comical tales, the character, aka Patrick Edward Eel O’Brian, brings humor to the superhero mix.
As the DC Universe kicks off, Creature Commandos, an animated series hitting Max in 2024, leads the charge. Following that, Superman: Legacy, the first confirmed feature film, soars into theaters in July 2025.
While Gunn and Lillard’s Plastic Man dream might not have materialized, it adds a quirky chapter to the ongoing saga of comic book adaptations and the creative twists along the way.
