As a movie enthusiast, I recently learned from James Gunn that DC Universe will only use post-credits scenes when they are confident they can deliver on those promises. At a recent press event, Gunn and DC Studios co-chairman Peter Safran addressed the role of these scenes in connecting the films. Instead of relying on them to link stories together, they plan to integrate key plot points directly into the movies themselves, rather than hinting at connections before or after each narrative. This approach, as Gunn explains, offers writers greater creative freedom and prevents them from committing to a particular path too soon.
Safran stated that we have a clear destination in mind, considering the bigger picture, and James ensures the essential foundations will be laid. Around this structure, there’s a great deal of flexibility regarding what we create. Gunn concurred, mentioning that it’s simpler to grant screenwriters creative freedom if there are no unresolved plot points from the previous release.
In regards to post-credit scenes, Gunn mentioned they can be quite challenging. “I’ve included post-credit sequences before,” he said, “such as with Guardians 3, and I wasn’t entirely sure if Adam Warlock should be part of it, but I made a promise to the fans. You understand what I mean? It’s like, now I’m writing the script, and things change, making it a bit harder to seamlessly integrate him. I like the character, but it added some rough edges to the movie. So, I’m extra cautious about fulfilling such promises that we may not be able to completely deliver on.
Previously, Gunn mentioned this topic, suggesting that post-credit scenes in the DC Universe would be limited and not crucial for the storyline. Last year during a visit to the set of Superman, he elaborated on this strategy, stating that he aims to avoid making each movie feel like an advertisement for future installments. In relation to Superman, he estimated there might only be “perhaps two small things, two instances” included just to hint at the future of the DC Universe.
Gunn expressed last summer that he’s not a fan of elements solely included for setup purposes. He puts it bluntly: “If it’s just there to set something up, forget about it.” However, if these setups complement established characters from other media, that’s fine. For instance, when the post-credits scene connects with Peacemaker characters, as it does, that’s acceptable. But Gunn emphasizes that he will never compromise a moment or beat in a story, especially a movie, for such setups. While TV allows some flexibility for this, in movies, every moment should serve the film itself.
As a dedicated movie enthusiast, I can attest that creating standalone movies within a franchise like Guardians of the Galaxy becomes increasingly challenging with each installment. Yet, it’s crucial to make these films as accessible as possible for newcomers. To illustrate this point, consider Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. While it would be ideal if you’ve watched the first two Guardians movies, I strive to ensure that even complex narratives, such as Avengers: Infinity War, can be easily grasped – even summarized in an elevator pitch. My aim is to keep things as straightforward and engaging as possible, eliminating the need for homework, especially when it comes to TV shows that not everyone may be interested in.
It’s intriguing to observe how James Gunn’s theory about the link between films unfolds when he no longer has control over the DCU. Currently, Gunn is involved in projects such as the creation and executive production of ‘Creature Commandos’, directing and writing ‘Superman’ set for this summer, and serving as showrunner for ‘Peacemaker’. However, it won’t be until June 2026 that we see a project with less Gunn involvement – ‘Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow’, written by Ana Nogueira and directed by Craig Gillespie. After this, the franchise will expand to involve numerous other creators, giving them more creative freedom to see what they come up with.
On July 11th, 2025, DCU will grace the big screen for the first time with the release of Superman. In August, you’ll find Season 2 of Peacemaker on Max. The current season and Creature Commandos are already available to stream there as well.
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