Fans have been eagerly waiting for any news about the upcoming Justice League film. While DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn announced the first part of his Chapter 1: Gods and Monsters slate in January, no hint was given about a Justice League movie. The slate highlighted DC’s classic solo characters along with heroes that haven’t been seen on this scale before.
New Rumor Suggests James Gunn’s Involvement In Justice League Reboot
According to a rumor shared by Scooper KC Walsh on Twitter, James Gunn is reportedly developing “Justice League: New Frontier” for the first chapter of his slate. While it is uncertain if this will be the main storyline of the Justice League’s next movie or if it will simply inform the overarching narrative, the rumor has piqued the interest of fans.
The Influence Of The New Frontier Storyline on DC’s Chapter 1 Slate
In late February, James Gunn shared a picture of a hardcover of Darwyn Cooke’s DC: The New Frontier, leading to speculation that this story would influence the entire Chapter 1 slate. The New Frontier storyline features the Justice League teaming up to fight The Centre, an ancient horror that decides to wipe out humanity after witnessing Earth’s capacity for violence and war. This plot brings in classic Justice League characters such as the Martian Manhunter, Wonder Woman, and the Flash, providing a vast look at the overarching DC Universe and the drama in which the Justice League thrives.
The Challenges Ahead For James Gunn
While fans are excited to see a new DC team-up effort after past disappointments with the DC Extended Universe, James Gunn will have a daunting task ahead to ensure that the Justice League is done right. Before a New Frontier movie becomes a reality, several heroes still need to be introduced in Chapter 1, with only projects like Superman: Legacy and The Bold and the Brave confirmed for this slate. Nonetheless, if James Gunn decides to adapt The New Frontier for the Justice League reboot, it will provide a fresh and exciting perspective on the beloved superhero team that has not been seen in live-action before.
