Zach Cregger, the talented director and writer known for his work on Barbarian and Weapons, has crafted a compelling script for a DC film that he is eager to see produced. Recent reports provide intriguing insights into this exciting project.
What details are available about Zach Cregger’s upcoming DC movie?
Initially speculated to revolve around the iconic characters Joker and Harley Quinn, Cregger’s film takes a different direction by spotlighting lesser-known figures that inhabit the rich universe of Gotham City. This fresh perspective promises to offer audiences a new take on the familiar landscape of the DC universe.
As reported by The Hollywood Reporter in their Heat Vision newsletter, Cregger’s project is titled Henchmen, which follows the journey of a low-level henchman who, through an extraordinary twist of fate, manages to incapacitate Batman. This unexpected turn catapults him into the spotlight, allowing him to rise within the notorious crime syndicate of Gotham.
The report further indicates that fan-favorite characters such as Batman, Joker, and Harley Quinn may have brief appearances in the film. However, there are significant challenges ahead before this project can come to fruition. Notably, James Gunn and Peter Safran have yet to cast actors for these pivotal roles within the DC Universe.
Additionally, THR mentions that Gunn and Safran are likely to approach any Batman-related content with caution, particularly while Matt Reeves is busy developing his own vision for the The Batman franchise. This careful strategy suggests a thoughtful and deliberate approach to intertwining different narratives within the expansive DC landscape.
During a recent interview with THR, Cregger confirmed the existence of the script but emphasized that it is not currently on his immediate agenda. His upcoming projects include a film based on the Resident Evil franchise, followed by an original sci-fi film that he is eager to develop. He views this DC movie as a future endeavor he hopes to pursue after completing these other projects.
“I have Resident Evil, and then I have a sci-fi movie right after that that’s original,” Zach Cregger shared. “And then I have another finished script that I want to do after that. It actually takes place in the DC Universe, but it’s a completely original concept, and it’s not a superhero movie.”
(Source: The Hollywood Reporter)
Originally reported by Anthony Nash at SuperHeroHype.
