James Gunn and Peter Safran to exit DC Studios, Jeremy Latcham named successor
The gist
DC Studios co-CEOs James Gunn and Peter Safran announced they are stepping down, with former Marvel exec Jeremy Latcham taking over.
The exit ends a four-year run that reset DC's film and TV slate under new owner Skydance.
How it unfolded
- Nov 2022James Gunn and Peter Safran take charge of DC Studios with a connected-universe strategy.
- Oct 2026Skydance closes its acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, which now oversees DC Studios.
- Nov 9, 2026Gunn and Safran are announced as stepping down as co-CEOs; Skydance names former Marvel exec Jeremy Latcham as president and chief creative officer.
Key terms
- DC Studios
- American film and television production company that makes DC Comics-based movies, shows, and games.
- Marvel
- American film and television studio that produces superhero movies and shows based on Marvel Comics characters.
- Skydance
- An American media production and financing company specializing in films, animation, television, video games, and sports.
Source: Wikipedia