James Gunn’s surprise exit from DC Studios has left fans questioning the future of the rebooted universe. However, several Superman and Peacemaker actors are stepping forward to calm the panic and share their gratitude for the filmmaker’s leadership.
Superman, Peacemaker and Supergirl actors react to James Gunn’s exit
Neva Howell, who plays Ma Kent in Gunn’s Superman and the upcoming Man of Tomorrow, pushed back against fan fears on X. Quote-posting a report about the exit, she wrote, “No panic here. I get this decision.” When a concerned follower pressed her, Howell advised, “I know, but let the dust settle if you can.” Her comments suggest fans should wait before assuming another reboot is coming.
Gunn confirmed the news himself on Threads on Monday. He called the executive role “trying, to say the least” and admitted he “dislike[s] the at-times corporate nature of the job.” He also revealed he is writing one more secret DC movie and insisted the characters he built with Peter Safran will outlast their tenure, which ends December 1.
Steve Agee, one of Gunn’s closest collaborators, posted a screenshot of the farewell message and wrote, “Thanks for bringing me along on this ride @jamesgunn! It’s been an amazing ride.” Agee played John Economos across The Suicide Squad, Peacemaker, and Creature Commandos. Nhut Le, who brought Judomaster to life, kept it simple on Instagram: “No doubt you’ll continue to do great things.” Sol Rodriguez, Peacemaker’s Sasha Bordeaux, added, “Love you James! Your dedication and passion will continue to live on everything you do! Im excited for you!!”
Furthermore, Mikaela Hoover, playing Cat Grant, called the experience “a true privilege” and praised Gunn for leading “with so much love and passion,” adding that she is “excited to see what’s to come from that genius deranged brain.” David Krumholtz, cast as Zor-El in Supergirl, wrote, “Thanks so much brother (via The Direct).”
With Jeremy Latcham named as the next CEO, uncertainty remains. Yet these reactions hint that Gunn’s Superman and Peacemaker legacy may survive the transition.
