Clayface Movie Progressing in James Gunn’s DC Universe

like Matt Hagen and Preston Payne. It remains unclear which version Flanagan will focus on in his adaptation.

Clayface is also expected to appear in James Gunn’s Creature Commandos animated series, with Alan Tudyk lending his voice to the DC Comics character. The series, which is currently streaming on max Max, will mark Clayface’s introduction to Gunn and Safran’s new DC Universe.

For fans eagerly awaiting updates on the Clayface movie and the DC Universe, stay tuned for the latest news as it develops. DC Studios has officially given the green light to a feature film centered on Clayface, the iconic shape-shifting Batman villain. According to a report from Variety, the film, penned by Doctor Sleep director Mike Flanagan, is set to start production early next year, as part of James Gunn and Peter Safran’s efforts to expand their reimagining of the DC Universe.

The talented writing team of Matt Reeves and Lynn Harris will produce the film under their 6th & Idaho Productions banner, marking yet another collaboration between Reeves and DC Studios following the success of HBO’s The Penguin series.

Flanagan originally pitched the idea for a Clayface movie to DC Studios back in 2023, expressing his desire to tackle the character in a standalone horror-thriller. While he will be writing the script, Flanagan is unlikely to direct due to his commitments to other projects, such as a new adaptation of The Exorcist for Universal and a Carrie series for Amazon MGM Studios.

As DC Studios searches for a director to take the helm of the Clayface movie, an announcement is said to be on the horizon. With Clayface’s first appearance dating back to Detective Comics #40 in 1940, created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane, the character has undergone various iterations over the years, each with a unique backstory and set of powers. From the original Basil Karlo, a failed actor, to later versions like Matt Hagen and Preston Payne, the character’s evolution promises an exciting adaptation on the big screen.

Fans can also expect to see Clayface make an appearance in James Gunn’s Creature Commandos animated series, with Alan Tudyk providing the voice for the DC Comics character. The series, currently streaming on max Max, will serve as Clayface’s introduction to Gunn and Safran’s new DC Universe.

Exciting updates are sure to come regarding the Clayface movie and the broader DC Universe, so be sure to stay tuned for the latest news as it unfolds. DC Studios and an impressive creative team are bringing this beloved Batman villain to the forefront of the silver screen for fans old and new to enjoy.