# James Gunn explains why some DCU movies like Clayface are standalone and some are “part of a larger narrative structure”

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/james-gunn-explains-why-some-dcu-movies-like-clayface-are-standalone-and-some-are-part-of-a-larger-narrative-structure/
- Published: 2026-10-28T11:11:26+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-07T04:05:42+00:00
- Original publisher: GamesRadar+
- Original article: https://www.gamesradar.com/entertainment/dc-movies/james-gunn-explains-why-some-dcu-movies-like-clayface-are-standalone-and-some-are-part-of-a-larger-narrative-structure/
- Topics: Art, Culture, Entertainment, Film

## Key points

- The DCU will combine standalone films and connected stories.
- Gunn says connected films should also work independently.
- *Man of Tomorrow* is the next chapter after *Superman*.

## Summary

James Gunn has explained that the DCU is designed to mix standalone films with stories that contribute to a larger narrative. He said each film in the connected storyline should still make sense on its own, while projects such as *Clayface* can stand apart, giving filmmakers room for different approaches.

Gunn said the often-mentioned eight to ten-year roadmap covered the wider DC strategy as well as story plans, including developing major and smaller characters and allowing varied tones and ratings. He described *Man of Tomorrow*, the next DCU film and a quasi-sequel to *Superman*, as an example of the broader narrative taking shape. Its cast includes David Corenswet, Nicholas Hoult, Rachel Brosnahan, Milly Alcock, Aaron Pierre and Lars Eidinger; it is due on 9 July.

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