I’ve been told not only is the SnyderVerse in play for a full return, but there have also been discussions about a Marvel vs. DC project involving the Russo Brothers.
“They threw around ideas to do a DC–Marvel film,” said our source, who previously filled us in on the Daredevil: Born Again retooling news, the real ending of The Flash, and more.
I’ll admit this one is a long shot, but the timing lines up. Here’s how.
Russos back at Marvel
The Russos are officially back at Marvel, directing Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars. Rumors say they’ll stay with Marvel after Secret Wars to guide the MCU’s direction. At the same time, we are told that Zack Snyder is returning for the SnyderVerse, backed by the Saudis, who want a Snyder-level event to rival Marvel’s big Avengers movies.
There’s no question both franchises were stronger when they were competing. The MCU was at its best with the Russos, and Snyder’s DCEU was far more successful than anything DC released after Justice League — which Snyder had no involvement in.
Also, recall how the Russo Brothers interviewed Zack Snyder. They love the guy.
Gunn’s DC Future Looks Finished
I’m still told James Gunn is out once the WBD sale goes through.
The NY Post reports Skydance/Paramount is the frontrunner, in part because of Donald Trump’s relationship with CNN’s new direction, and that alone tells you everything about Gunn’s future.
I was told directly: if Skydance Paramount buys WBD, Gunn will be forced out (if he doesn’t resign first). Variety already confirmed Paramount is going MAGA. How does Gunn’s divisive DCU fit into that, when he’s had characters claiming “Nazis love Jesus” and equating our real world with a Nazi world? It doesn’t.
He’s also lost the international audience, and there is no doubt why Warner Bros. Pictures dated the Minecraft sequel only two weeks after Gunn’s Man of Tomorrow in 2027.
Snyder knows
Meanwhile, Snyder posted that Superman/Henry Cavill tribute image on Veterans Day. Snyder knows exactly what’s happening.
“Snyder has been purposeful. He posted a Superman tribute with the American flag on Veterans Day, which signals he aligns with certain values — and Gunn didn’t, which is surprising for the face of DC,” our source said.
Marvel vs DC
If the SnyderVerse returns, Zack will be able to finish his Justice League storyline. I’m told DC will likely undergo another reboot afterward, “presumably” under Mike De Luca and Pam Abdy, whose WB contracts were just renewed. Gunn’s contract has not been renewed.
Even with talk of a reboot, it sounds like Marvel vs. DC still isn’t dead. It has been floated before, and even Gunn has mentioned the idea.
“They threw around ideas to do a DC–Marvel film,” said our source. “Even Gunn wanted it.”
But our sources don’t know if Marvel vs DC is still on the table now that the Russos are steering Marvel’s next two Avengers movies and Snyder is gearing up for his Justice League return.
“I don’t know if they’d still be interested after all this. These movies are emotionally draining,” one source said.
Everything Lines Up
A SnyderVerse revival at the same time the Russos reshape Marvel creates a moment fans haven’t seen in years.
If interest keeps growing and the studios want a guaranteed hit, a Marvel vs DC crossover becomes a real option.
It’s now up to the people in the room — and the fans watching all of it play out. A Marvel vs DC crossover isn’t confirmed, but it’s still a topic of discussion behind the scenes. I’ll have more as I hear it.
