Saudis Want to Rival Marvel With a SnyderVerse-Level Event, Say Insiders (Exclusive)

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Yesterday, we reported on the possible return of Zack Snyder’s DC films. Now, sources tell us the Saudi Arabian investment in Warner Bros. Discovery is connected to this, and it explains why Snyder has been so active online and why Christopher Nolan keeps highlighting Snyder’s impact on big-budget movies.

From what we understand, Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund isn’t simply acquiring WB for its movies and shows.

They’re aiming to compete with Marvel and create a major, interconnected franchise like the Avengers: Doomsday event, which is difficult for James Gunn’s DC Universe to achieve while the studio is in the process of being sold.

Why James Gunn’s DCU Is Stuck

This lines up with what we’ve been reporting.

James Gunn’s position at DC Studios is now unstable because Warner Bros. Discovery is likely to be sold. This prevents him from approving large-scale, interconnected projects, as new owners will soon be in charge. As a result, his plans are limited to smaller, self-contained stories, like the ‘Superman Family Saga’ – he recently announced a series about Jimmy Olsen, and Andy Muschietti has been told not to reveal details about the DCU Batman.

James Gunn has publicly said he’s hesitant to involve Darkseid in future DC projects. Sources indicate this suggests Saudi Arabia sees Zack Snyder as the director they want to finish the DC storyline he began – a storyline centered around Darkseid as the main antagonist.

Nolan’s Position Signals the Shift

Christopher Nolan’s recent activity is noteworthy. He’s now working with Universal and is currently shooting The Odyssey in Morocco. Sources tell us this location is strategically near Saudi Arabia’s growing film industry.

Reports suggest Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) recently discussed acquiring Warner Bros. with Comcast-Universal. Along with their $55 billion deal to buy EA Games, these moves show they’re building a large entertainment company covering movies, video games, sports, and theme parks.

Snyder Is Already Connected With Saudi Arabia

People say that directors Christopher Nolan and Zack Snyder are leading the way, and their choices in filmmaking hint at what big-budget movies will look like in the future.

Nolan has frequently highlighted Zack Snyder’s impact on how big-budget films are made worldwide, specifically mentioning the 2022 Indian blockbuster RRR as an example. Other prominent directors, including the Russo Brothers and James Cameron, have agreed with this assessment, as they’ve discussed in interviews.

Snyder already has ties to Saudi Arabia through his work with the UFC on a show called Brawler, which receives funding from the country’s General Entertainment Authority.

We are specifically told that the Saudis and UFC favor Snyder’s “muscular” filmmaking style.

A Massive DC Event Is the Goal

Sources tell us Saudi Arabia is aiming for a DC Universe that’s as good as—or better than—Marvel’s most successful period, and they reportedly aren’t confident that James Gunn’s current plan will achieve that.

This kind of team-up is unique to the world Zack Snyder created, which is why he’s been sharing photos of Ben Affleck, Henry Cavill, Jared Leto, and Jason Momoa, especially as Warner Bros. Discovery is considering a sale.

They aim to create modern myths, and believe that only Snyder and Nolan can direct films with such a significant cultural impact.

Snyder has shifted into high gear

Our insiders say this is why Zack Snyder has suddenly shifted into high gear on social media.

According to sources familiar with the situation, Saudi Arabia is aiming to build up its investment in Warner Bros. to compete with Marvel, and they’re hoping for a large-scale event comparable to the Avengers: Endgame movie. Because of this, James Gunn, who heads DC Studios, is hesitant to approve any projects of that magnitude due to the uncertainty surrounding his position.

Now that Saudi Arabia is a likely buyer for Warner Bros. Discovery, there’s a real chance Zack Snyder’s DC universe could be revived, and even Christopher Nolan might return to help guide the franchise.

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2025-11-18 01:02