Jeremy Latcham Leads DC Studios

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   James Gunn and Peter Safran are stepping down as co-CEOs of DC Studios after leading the company for four years.

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• 11 Nov Hollywood’s Biggest Studio Gunned-Down The Superhero World In A Shocking New MoveSkydance Media's CEOs David Ellison and Ynon Kreiz unexpectedly fired James Gunn and Peter Safran, who were co-presidents of DC Studios since 2022. Gunn was known for his work on “Guardians of the Galaxy” and “The Suicide Squad,” but his approach to superhero storytelling has been criticized as flippant and overly violent. Stephen Burnett from Lorehaven coined "deathworks" to describe how sacred ideas in DC…The Daily Wire
• 10 Nov There’s A New Boss At DC Studios, And He Wants To Make Films For GrandmaSkydance Media has appointed Jeremy Latcham as the new head of DC Studios following the recent firing of James Gunn and Peter Safran. Latcham, who helped develop Marvel’s successful films under Kevin Feige, aims to create movies that appeal to a broader audience beyond hardcore fans, using his grandparents' reactions as a benchmark for accessibility. This shift comes after mixed results from recent DC film releases…The Daily Wire
• 10 Nov Skydance names Marvel veteran Jeremy Latcham to lead DC Studios, replacing Gunn and SafranSkydance named Jeremy Latcham as the new head of DC Studios in November 2026, replacing James Gunn and Peter Safran. Latcham, a former Marvel executive who worked on successful films like "Iron Man" and "The Avengers," will lead DC’s film, television, and animation projects starting December 1. The move aims to boost DC's competitive edge against Marvel, which has seen significant box-office success with…New York Post
• 9 Nov James Gunn, Peter Safran leaving DC Studios after 4 yearsJames Gunn and Peter Safran are stepping down as co-CEOs of DC Studios effective December 1, shortly after Skydance's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. They were appointed in 2022 to revitalize the DC brand, but their tenure was marked by both successes like "Superman" (which grossed $618 million) and failures such as this summer’s "Supergirl," which barely recovered $126 million of its reported $170-million…Toronto Sun
• 9 Nov James Gunn Is Out at DCU Studios — Is a Full DC Reboot Next?James Gunn and Peter Safran have stepped down from their positions as co-CEOs of DC Studios at Warner Bros., just four years after taking over. Jeremy Latcham, formerly of Marvel Studios, will replace them as president and chief creative officer, reporting to Skydance leadership. During Gunn and Safran’s tenure, they launched several projects including the hit Superman movie in 2025, but also faced setbacks with…New York Post
• 9 Nov James Gunn, Peter Safran out of DC Studios as Skydance shakeup continuesJames Gunn and Peter Safran are stepping down as co-chief executives of DC Studios after four years, with Jeremy Latchman taking over on December 1. Skydance Motion Picture Group announced this change amid its merger with Paramount Pictures. Despite launching a new era for DC Studios and resetting the foundation, Gunn and Safran's departure was prompted by strategic shifts following recent acquisitions. Latchman, a…CBC
• 9 Nov James Gunn and Peter Safran to leave DC Studios as Marvel veteran takes overJames Gunn and Peter Safran are stepping down as co-CEOs of DC Studios after four years, effective December 1. They will be succeeded by Jeremy Latcham, a veteran from Marvel Studios who served under Kevin Feige. Skydance Chairman David Ellison praised Gunn and Safran for their work in transforming DC Studios, while expressing confidence in the transition to Latcham, who will oversee DC's film, TV, and animation…Evening Standard
• 9 Nov Major Shakeup Rocks DC Studios As James Gunn Steps DownJames Gunn and Peter Safran announced their departure as co-heads of DC Studios on Monday. In a statement, Gunn reflected on his four-year tenure, highlighting key projects like "Superman," "Clayface," and "Peacemaker." He expressed relief at returning to pure filmmaking while acknowledging the corporate aspects of his role. Gunn also mentioned that he and Safran are not immediately leaving DC entirely, with…Daily Caller

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