Tuesday, April 18 was an exciting day for James Gunn.
The DC Studios co-head took to Twitter to share a photo of his script for “Superman Legacy”, revealing that pre-production on the highly anticipated film had begun.
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“I’m honoured to be a part of the legacy. And what better day than #SupermanAnniversary Day to dive fully into early pre-production on #SupermanLegacy?” he wrote, reminding that day was also the 85th anniversary of the first comic-book appearance of the Man of Steel, in the first issue of Action Comics.
“Costumes, production design, and more now up and running,” Gunn added.
I’m honored to be a part of the legacy. And what better day than #SupermanAnniversary Day to dive fully into early pre-production on #SupermanLegacy? Costumes, production design, and more now up and running. pic.twitter.com/TJYpCRmdsf
— James Gunn (@JamesGunn) April 18, 2023
Gunn announced last month that he’d be writing an directing “Superman: Legacy,” a new chapter in the ongoing cinematic history of the iconic superhero.
While there’s been much speculation about who Gunn plans to play the role, he recently revealed he’d been compiling a short list but hasn’t entered into any casting discussions with actors yet.
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“Haven’t had a single talk with a single actor about the role,” Gunn tweeted. “Just making private lists, prepping material for auditions.”
Not true. Haven’t had a single talk with a single actor about the role. Just making private lists, prepping material for auditions. https://t.co/uvUaqCobaT
— James Gunn (@JamesGunn) March 30, 2023