
Okay, DC fans, buckle up! James Gunn, the co-head of DC Studios, just dropped some MAJOR news about the upcoming Batman movie, The Brave and the Bold. And let me tell you, this one’s not wasting any time. Gunn’s Batman isn’t doing the whole “tragic alley, pearls falling in slow motion” thing. We’re jumping straight into Gotham action—kind of like how Marvel introduced Tom Holland’s Spider-Man.
Two Batmen, Two Universes
Before anyone freaks out, let’s clear something up: Robert Pattinson is STILL our brooding, eyeliner-wearing Caped Crusader in Matt Reeves’ The Batman series. But James Gunn’s Batman? Totally different vibe. Different story. Different Bat. We’re talking about a whole new Bruce Wayne, and honestly? It sounds awesome.
Why No Origin Story?
Because, let’s be real—we already know it. If you don’t know that Thomas and Martha Wayne got shot in Crime Alley, do you even Batman, bro? It’s been done in movies, TV shows, comics… heck, even parodies. Gunn gets it. We don’t need to see that AGAIN.
In a Threads post, Gunn said he’s taking inspiration from Marvel’s playbook. Remember when Tom Holland’s Spider-Man swung into Homecoming without us having to sit through Uncle Ben dying for the 5,000th time? Yeah, Gunn’s doing that for Batman. It’s straight to the good stuff—no pearls, no alley, just Bruce Wayne being the crime-fighting legend we all love.
Refreshing, Isn’t It?
Fun fact: Jon Watts, the guy who directed Spider-Man: Homecoming, once said skipping the origin story was so refreshing. It gave Marvel more time to focus on Peter Parker actually being Spider-Man. Makes sense, right? And now, Gunn’s bringing that same energy to the DCU.
What This Means for The Brave and the Bold
So, what does this mean for The Brave and the Bold? Simple: we’re meeting an experienced, fully-formed Batman.
- No baby Bat.
- No training montages.
- Just pure Gotham chaos and Batman doing his thing.
And here’s the kicker: Gunn’s Batman isn’t flying solo—this movie’s going to introduce Damian Wayne! Yes, the bratty Robin we secretly love.
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A Shared Perspective
Even Matt Reeves, the genius behind The Batman, agrees it’s time to move on. He’s said that Batman’s origin story has been told way too many times, and it’s time to explore new ground. Preach, Matt.
It’s Not Just Batman
Oh, and it’s not just Batman. Gunn’s upcoming Superman: Legacy movie is skipping the Krypton explosion and baby Clark-in-a-spaceship stuff too. Instead, we’ll meet Superman when he’s already a full-fledged hero. Basically, Gunn’s giving fans what they really want—more action, less “here’s how it started.”
Why This Is a Huge Win
This feels like a HUGE win for DC fans. Finally, we get to skip the backstory we’ve seen a million times and dive right into:
- Epic battles
- High-stakes drama
- And (hopefully) some killer villains
James Gunn is clearly taking notes from Marvel’s playbook, but he’s making it all feel fresh and exciting for the DCU.
The Future Looks Bright
The Brave and the Bold is shaping up to be a new chapter for Batman, and honestly? We’re so ready. Gotham’s waiting, and so are we. Bring it on, Gunn!