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After working on successful projects like theGuardians of the Galaxyfranchise andThe Suicide Squad,James Gunn will oversee the newly-renamed DCU—giving him control over his own comic book universe.
In January 2023, the 57-year-old disclosed some of the characters appearing in the first chapter of the DC Universe, namedGods and Monsters.He announced the progress of ten new projects spanning movies, television, and animation.
In the midst of that, the filmmaker also hinted at his involvement with aJustice Leaguestory for the DC Universe (DCU) that was overlooked years back. So, does it mean it’s in the line up?
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Back in December 2022,James Gunnshared on social media that he’s“making plans.”Fans were buzzing about the information because of the graphic he used.
The co-CEO of DC Studios posted a picture showing the heroes ofKingdom Comeat a conference table on Green Lantern’s satellite of Oa. Check out his post below:
Making plans.pic.twitter.com/cubPgga066
— James Gunn (@JamesGunn)August 02, 2025
The picture, originally used as the cover for the Kingdom Come 20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition hardcover, shows Kingdom Come Superman at the center. It also includes characters from live-action DC Universe projects, like Atom Smasher, Hawkman, Green Lantern, and Wonder Woman.
Fans were speculating if this means Kingdom Come could be in development. But, it’s important to note it’s just a image of many DC superheroes gathered around a table—presumably making plans.
So, the message could be as straightforward as that.Or maybe Gunn is probably drawing inspiration from the overall feel and portrayal of characters in that storyline.
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New ‘S’ Logo for Superman Draws from Kingdom Come
Today,Isabela Merced, who plays Hawkgirl inSuperman: Legacy, shared a new image revealing what appears to be the first look at the ‘S’ on Clark Kent’s chest.
The sneak peek is a photo from Merced’s Instagram story, showing her nametag from the production’s table read. The ‘S’ logo is from the popular DC storyline Kingdom Come.
Kingdom Come is a four-issue comic book mini-series set in the near future. In it, a new generation of heroes emerges but lacks moral guidance. This leads to the Justice League intervening to restore true heroism.
Created by Alex Ross from a story by Ross and Mark Waid, the series gained widespread acclaim when it was published in 1997. It has since had a meaningful influence on many major Superman stories.
Since its release, many fans have urged for an adaptation of Kingdom Come. Some suggest an animated movie would be the most feasible option due to its extensive scope and large cast of characters.
On top of that, during The CW’sCrisis on Infinite Earthsevent in 2019,Brandon Routhportrayed the Kingdom Come Superman alongsideTyler Hoechlin‘s Superman from theArrowverse. Fans loved Routh’s performance—leading to petitions for a Kingdom Come Superman TV series or movie. Check out some fan reactions:
He needs his own series. . . Kingdom come series 🙌https://t.co/3hEMUWVRKM
— Harls20 (@HKundhi)June 27, 2025
Would love to see Brandon back in the suit. He’s so perfect in the role. A Kingdom Come series would be must see television.pic.twitter.com/sxCKdn5hP9
— Mark (@CitizenKandor)June 27, 2025
https://twitter.com/_Prav_10/status/1759418326348976240
@JamesGunnIf you saw Crisis On Infinite Earth’s ArrowVerse event, would you make a Kingdom Come Superman series/movie with Brandon.
— Lee (@AshtonWales36)June 16, 2025
Yeah sure make an Elseworlds series with him. Kingdom Come adaptation or something cool.https://t.co/AWl8R3zOhx
— JD7 (@Jd14762)June 25, 2025
Interestingly, in 2023, it was disclosed that plans for an animated adaptation ofKingdom Comewere initially halted.
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