Breaking News: The DC Universe is expanding, but not quite as reported! It seems the rumor mill has been working overtime, and DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn is here to set the record straight on the upcoming Superman-related TV projects. Let's dive in!
Reports had surfaced about a Jimmy Olsen-centric series, initially rumored to be titled 'DC Crime.' However, Gunn swiftly debunked this on Threads on November 10, 2025, stating, "Just FYI there has never been a project titled 'DC Crime' in development, not even as a working title. I don't know where that came from but it's weird." He did add, cryptically, "And no that doesn't mean all of the rest of the story is false."
So, what's really happening? While the exact title remains a mystery, the project is indeed in development, with American Vandal's Dan Perrault and Tony Yacenda at the helm as writers and executive producers. The show is slated to be an HBO Max original, hinting at a potentially exciting direction for the DCU.
But here's where it gets interesting: The series is expected to feature characters from the Daily Planet, though not David Corenswet's Clark Kent or Rachel Brosnahan's Lois Lane. Skylar Gisondo is confirmed to be reprising his role as Jimmy Olsen, the DC photographer. The show's premise involves Jimmy and other Daily Planet staff tackling cases involving super-powered villains, with the iconic Flash villain, Gorilla Grodd, set to be the big bad for season 1.
And this is the part most people miss... The question remains whether this TV show will directly tie into the upcoming DCU movies. The timing of the show's shooting and release on HBO Max will be key in determining its connection to the broader cinematic universe.
Meanwhile, the DCU's Chapter 1: "Gods and Monsters" is also working on the 'Man of Tomorrow' movie, with Corenswet and Brosnahan returning as Superman and Lois, and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor. Other major projects on the horizon include HBO's 'Lanterns' TV show in early 2026, followed by 'Supergirl' in theaters on June 26, and 'Clayface' on September 11.
Here's a quick recap of the 'Superman' movie details:
- Release Date: July 11, 2025
- Runtime: 130 minutes
- Director: James Gunn
- Writers: James Gunn, Joe Shuster, Jerry Siegel
- Producers: Peter Safran
- Starring: Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane
- Franchise: DCU
- Genre: Action
- Executive Producer(s): Lars P. Winther, Nik Korda
- Distributor(s): Warner Bros. Pictures
Controversy & Comment Hooks: What do you think about the direction the DCU is taking? Are you excited about a Jimmy Olsen-focused series, and do you think it should connect to the movies? Share your thoughts in the comments below! Is it a good idea to introduce a TV show before the movie? What do you expect from the new Superman movie? Let's discuss!
