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Does the Justice League exist in the new DCU? Here’s what James Gunn revealed
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Does the Justice League exist in the new DCU? Here’s what James Gunn revealed

The new DC Universe (DCU) continues to take shape as The leadership of James Gunn and Peter Safran. Meanwhile, fans are eager to find out how their favorite characters and teams fit into this bold new chapter. While Creature Commandos officially kicks off the latest list of upcoming DC movies and shows, there is also the question of another iconic team’s position in continuity. Now the Slide the screenwriter’s revelations on Justice League have clarified the iconic superhero team’s situation in the revamped timeline.

During a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, James Gunn addressed the issue of continuity within the DCU, with specific reference to the Justice Leaguethe surprise appearance of Peacemaker Season 1 finale. The moment featured Jason Momoa’s Aquaman and Ezra Miller’s Flash, alongside dark stand-ins for Superman and Wonder Woman. But when it comes to the new DCU, the filmmaker-turned-CEO clarified that such appearances are no longer canon. He explained how the canon works while speaking to the publication:

Peacemaker is pretty straightforward, except for the appearance of a certain group (the Justice League) at the end. They don’t exist yet. But the rule is: if we mention (something from the past) in one of the new DCU shows (and movies), then it happened. So that’s how we deal with things.