James Gunn Shares Message to Fans Following Shock DC Studios Exit

James Gunn posted a message to fans after DC Studios announced that he and Peter Safran will step down as co-chairmen from 1 December. Their departure leaves questions about the direction of the DCU, though both are expected to remain creatively involved in some near-term projects.

Gunn said the role had been a dream but had become difficult to balance with filmmaking and his personal life. He thanked Safran and the people he worked with, and said he was relieved and excited to return to filmmaking. Their tenure included the launch of the DCU with *Superman* and work on projects such as *Clayface* and *Man of Tomorrow*; Jeremy Latcham is set to fill the leadership role.