Surprise: ‘Supergirl’ Is Like ‘Guardians’ Says James Gunn

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James Gunn initially said each DC Universe movie would feel unique, but it now seems like many of them are simply rehashes of his *Guardians of the Galaxy* films from Marvel.

James Gunn is receiving backlash for his vision for the DC Universe, with some fans feeling he’s prioritizing his own ideas over what audiences want.

As a big DC fan, I’ve been hearing a lot of chatter about how all the projects James Gunn has overseen for the new DCU – things like *Creature Commandos*, the new *Superman* movie, and even *Peacemaker* – feel… surprisingly similar. It’s a criticism I’ve noticed too, honestly. They all seem to be hitting a lot of the same notes, and some people are wondering if we’re getting enough variety.

The formula has remained consistent: a quirky group of characters, plenty of humor, musical numbers, and a central villain. While James Gunn has consistently used this approach, many fans are starting to find it repetitive.

James Gunn recently discussed the future of his DC Universe with *Rolling Stone* following the season finale of *Peacemaker*. The interview came after some criticism of the finale, which currently has the lowest rating of any episode on IMDb.

More politics from James Gunn

According to *Rolling Stone*, James Gunn’s new DC Universe is reflecting current political and social concerns. They highlight that a central theme involves a government official misusing their authority by using masked enforcers to unfairly remove people from the planet.

According to the article, Gunn responded with a grin and a touch of sarcasm: “It’s completely made up, Brian. This could never happen in real life, but that’s what’s great about comic books – they let you explore impossible scenarios.”

“It’s like Guardians“

James Gunn was questioned about a developing “escalating war” plotline within the DC Universe, specifically if it would appear in the *Supergirl* and *Lanterns* projects. He was also asked whether this storyline was his creation or part of a bigger, pre-existing plan. Gunn responded by drawing a comparison between *Supergirl* and *Guardians of the Galaxy*, noting he was recently directing scenes for *Supergirl*.

As a huge cinema fan, I can tell you those storylines were always intended to be woven into the larger narrative. We knew from the start they’d contribute to the overall picture, but also stand on their own. *Supergirl*, in particular, feels like a classic space adventure – think *Guardians of the Galaxy*. *Lanterns* is doing its own thing, and honestly, we’re building a really expansive world with all these different stories. Sometimes they connect directly within a single plot, and other times they’re just little glimpses into the bigger universe we’re creating.

Gunn also mentioned larger storylines are planned, especially for the *Lanterns* series. Sources say *Lanterns* begins with a realistic feel but quickly evolves into complex science fiction, and is shaping up to be excellent.

James Gunn’s recent statements have reinforced worries that the new DC Universe isn’t offering enough originality and is repeating ideas from his past work. Many fans hoped each DC project would feel unique, but they’re noticing a consistent style that’s starting to feel predictable.

Release info

The new *Supergirl* movie, directed by Craig Gillsepie, will be released in theaters on June 26, 2026. Milly Alcock stars as Supergirl, and Jason Momoa plays Lobo. Matthias Schoenaerts will portray the film’s villain, Krem of the Yellow Hills.

The series *Lanterns* will premiere on HBO Max in early 2026 and features Kyle Chandler as Hal Jordan and Aaron Pierre as John Stewart.

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2025-10-14 06:02