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DC Universe

The DC Universe is one of the biggest comic book franchises and often competes with Marvel. DC Comics started as National Allied Publications, founded by Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson in 1935. Since then, the franchise has exploded with thousands of comic books, movies, TV shows, and video games. 2013 marked the beginning of the most recent iteration of the superheroes, with Zack Snyder introducing Henry Cavill as Superman. After several movies with mixed reviews, DC underwent a soft reboot under the helm of James Gunn and Peter Safran.

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First Film
Man of Steel
First TV Show
Peacemaker
Character(s)
Black Adam
Created by
Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson

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David Corenswet's Kal El crosses his arms looking up to the bright blue sky in James Gunn's Superman
"We Are Now 100% Done" : James Gunn Reveals Final Edit Of Superman Is Now Complete

Just under a month before release, Superman's final edit is now done--visual effects, score, and all--prompting a celebratory post from James Gunn.

James Gunn Addresses Rumors About Studio Interference With DCU's Superman Movie & Teases Its Post-Credits Scene
The MCU Movie That Steven Spielberg Said “Impressed Me The Most” Makes Me Even More Excited To See The DCU’s Superman

Superman will kick things off for the DCU, and considering Steven Spielberg's comments about the genre, Superman stands to be a strong start.

Rick Flag Sr. looking determined in Superman (2025)
I See The 1 Storyline You’re Building In All Of The DCU’s First 3 Releases, DC, & I Can’t Help But Think It’s The Perfect Way To Avoid A Current MCU Problem

The DCU has a long road to becoming a major comic book franchise to rival the MCU, but it seems like they are already learning from their mistakes.

Batman The Animated Series
10 Ways Batman: The Animated Series Is Better Than Ben Affleck's Batman Story

While Ben Affleck’s Batman story in the DCEU was incredible, he failed to outperform the greatest Batman of all time, Batman: The Animated Series.

Jai Courtney As Captain Boomerang Sitting In An Airplane Carrier In The Suicide Squad
Jai Courtney Wants To Return To James Gunn's DCU As Captain Boomerang “If There’s Any More Mileage To Milk Out Of It”

After recently teasing the possibility he may return to the DCU, Jai Courtney is setting the record straight on his future as Captain Boomerang.

Keanu Reeves as John Wick and an Avengers: Endgame poster
What Superhero Movies Get Wrong About Action Scenes Explained By John Wick Director

According to John Wick creator Chad Stahelski, superhero movies have one specific flaw that's keeping them from reaching their full potential.

Keanu Reeves as John Wick standing in the rain.
I'm Convinced Keanu Reeves Is Already Playing The Perfect Superhero Character For The DCU

Keanu Reeves would be an asset to any franchise he s, and when it comes to the DCU, it makes the most sense to bring him in with a familiar role.

Nicholas Hoult As Lex Luthor Walking Into The Fortress Of Solitude In Superman
I'm Disappointed James Gunn's DC Universe Seems To Be Wasting An Iconic Superman Villain Again

David Corenswet's Superman apparently defeated a DCU villain twice before he makes his on-screen debut, according to a prequel to James Gunn's film.

John Cena as Peacemaker standing in a forest and looking surprised
I’m So Fascinated To See How & Why The DC Universe has Brought 1 Main DCEU Villain Back In Its Story

Promotional material for Peacemaker season 2 has revealed that one important villain from the DCEU will be returning, raising the question of how.

James Gunn Addresses Rumors About Studio Interference With DCU's Superman Movie & Teases Its Post-Credits Scene
James Gunn Addresses Rumors About Studio Interference With DCU's Superman Movie & Teases Its Post-Credits Scene

With Superman arriving in July, James Gunn sets the record straight about rumors of studio interference and reveals if there's a post-credits scene.

Dirty Batman looking up in The Batman
I’m So Excited To Hear That The Newest DC Universe Batman Movie In Inspired By Two Of My Favourite Batman: The Animated Series Episodes

The DC Universe's 2026 Batman villain movie looks even more promising going forward with its Batman: The Animated Series inspiration in mind.

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Lois Lane sitting on a couch in Superman (2025)
"Never Felt Like A Worse Actor In My Life": Superman's Lois Lane Star Reveals Biggest Challenge On New DC Movie

Rachel Brosnahan, who is set to play Lois Lane in James Gunn's Superman, opens up about the biggest challenge she faced with the DCU movie.

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David Corenswet as Superman on the cover of Welcome to Metropolis
James Gunn's Superman Movie Rating Continues A 19-Year Man Of Steel Trend

With James Gunn's Superman movie releasing in a month, the DCU film's rating is officially set, continuing a trend for the beloved DC icon.

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Henry Cavill as Superman looking up from the snow
Despite Making 60% Less Box Office Than The Original, A DC Movie Sequel Has Become A Top Netflix Hit

A DC movie sequel has become a major Netflix hit, following its theatrical release where the film made 60% less at the box office than its first film.

Henry Cavill's Superman and Gal Gadot's Wonder Woman pose together in Justice League
8 DC Heroes Whose Movie Debuts Were Years Before You Thought

Decades before the superhero movie boom and DC’s impressive comic book movie boom, some heroes had already made their cinematic debuts.

Robert Pattinson's Bruce Wayne lights up a flare in a flood in Matt Reeves' The Batman
Robert Pattinson's Dark Knight Must Stop Barry Keoghan's Joker & Colin Farrell's Penguin In The Batman 2 Concept Trailer

Barry Keoghan's Joker and Colin Farrell's Penguin become the target for Robert Pattinson's Dark Knight in a new The Batman 2 concept trailer.

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Captain America ready to fight in Avengers Endgame
10 Most Iconic Superhero Movie Quotes Of All Time

Superhero movies are littered with famed catchphrases and memorable dialogue, but some quotations quickly became iconic in the genre and beyond.

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Michael Rosenbaum as Lex Luthor from Smallville next to David Corenswet's Superman
Smallville's Michael Rosenbaum Addresses Potential Appearance In James Gunn's DCU: "He's Got A Great Vision"

Smallville actor Michael Rosenbaum revealed that not only would he be interested in a DCU role, but he might already have made a cameo in Superman.

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Tom Welling and Christopher Reeve's versions of Superman side by side
Tom Welling Reveals An Important Lesson He Got From OG Superman Christopher Reeve On The Set Of Smallville

Recently, Smallville's Tom Welling revealed the most substantial lesson he learned from acting alongside Superman himself, Christopher Reeve.

John Cena in New Peacemaker Season 2 Preview Footage
New Peacemaker Season 2 Preview Brings A Behind-The-Scenes Look At Its Take On A DCEU Villain & Its DCU Story

A closer look at John Cena's DCU return gets showcased in a new Peacemaker season 2 preview, including a new take on a familiar DCEU villain.

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