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James Gunn Debunks ‘Justice League’ Rumor, Teases Key Inspiration For DC Universe Reboot

Is James Gunn actually helming a new Justice League film? The director reveals the hidden truth in a new rumor about the DC Universe reboot.

James Gunn quickly debunked this rumor on Threads, stating that there was “No truth” whatsoever to the idea that he was writing a directing a new Justice League film. However, in a subsequent post, the director did take the time to mention that The New Frontier served as a big inspiration for the upcoming reboot, specifically citing its “magical alternate history element” as a key influence in crafting the new DC Universe. While many assumed this was a stylistic choice by Gunn, it now points to the idea that the entire reboot will have a different aesthetic from modern day America due to the influence of superheroes in their society.

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