The New Superman Movie Won't Be An Origin Story

The news of Henry Cavill leaving DC has made a pretty big impact on fans, but James Gunn has answers.

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While fans may love Cavill to play Superman, Gunn's new project just won't sit right with him.

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DC Studios' new head, James Gunn, revealed that he is working on a new Superman movie, and it will focus on the early stages of the character.

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He tweeted, "Peter and I have a DC slate ready to go. Among those on the slate is Superman."

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He added, "In the initial stages, our story will be focusing on an earlier part of Superman's life, so the characters will not be played by Henry Cavill."

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While a fan asked Gunn, "Please tell me this isn't an origin movie."

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Gunn replied, "No way."

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As heartbreaking as the news of Henry Cavill parting ways with DC is, there's still a lot of speculation on who will be taking up the Superman's mantle as James Gunn writes a young Superman story.

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By removing Cavill, Gunn is taking a huge risk, as fans will bash both him and the studio left and right if the next Superman project doesn't sit well.

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