DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn has given fans something to talk about regarding Batman’s upcoming debut in the new DC Universe. The plan has been for Batman to appear in the movie The Brave and the Bold,

The upcoming DCU movie about Clayface, starring Welsh actor Tom Rhys Harries, is shaping up to be a fresh take on the character. Unlike the usual portrayal of Clayface as a villain, this film will explore a different side of him.

James Gunn is in no rush to reveal who will wear the cape and cowl in The Brave and the Bold . While fans are eager to meet the DCU’s new Batman, Gunn made it clear that the project is still in early development.

Naomi Ackie is reportedly in talks to join James Gunn and Peter Safran's DCU with their upcoming Clayface movie.

With the success of Superman, most fans want more of the James Gunn movie, and there could indeed be a lot more ahead for the franchise, especially in terms of crossovers. In a recent interview with Josh Horowitz on the Happy Sad Confused Podcast,

DC Studios' Clayface movie may have found its female lead, as Naomi Ackie (Mickey 17, Blink Twice) is in talks for an undisclosed role alongside Tom Rhys

The DCU Batman has been a topic of discussion for a while, and ever since the release of Superman on July 11, 2025, people have been wondering about this universe's Caped Crusader.

With the DCU’s Batman in development, James Gunn would be wise to consider the most iconic Batman scenes ever, many of which could be recreated.