James Gunn has officially stepped in to correct a rumor concerning the potential return of Doctor Fate, a character beloved by many DC fans. The speculation originated directly from actor Pierce Brosnan, who portrayed Doctor Fate in Black Adam (2022). During a recent discussion, Brosnan suggested that he had heard plans about the character appearing again.
He specifically said:
“I heard that Doctor Fate was going to have his own show, or his own movie.”
“And I’d be in the next Superman.”
These comments quickly generated excitement across social media. Fans immediately began speculating about how Doctor Fate could fit into James Gunn’s new DC Universe. However, the excitement faded quickly. James Gunn addressed the claims on Threads and made his stance very clear:
“My opinion is that I’ve never heard a Dr Fate rumor.”
With this correction, we can see that Brosnan likely relied on mistaken or outdated information. Therefore, there are no current plans for Doctor Fate within the opening chapters of the DCU.
Doctor Fate’s Helmet Still Sparks Fan Theories
Despite Gunn’s denial, fans continue to analyze every piece of DCU imagery. One detail that keeps the speculation alive is the presence of Doctor Fate’s helmet in the Hall of Justice mural shown in Superman. Since Gunn is known for adding meaningful visual clues, viewers believe this artwork confirms the character’s existence within DCU history.
Moreover, this subtle inclusion suggests that Doctor Fate may still have a future in the DCU — just not one that has been publicly revealed yet.
James Gunn Clarifies Rumors About the Jimmy Olsen Series
In addition to the Doctor Fate rumors, James Gunn also addressed another widely circulated report involving a Jimmy Olsen spin-off series. Several outlets recently claimed the project was moving forward with Skyler Gisondo returning as Jimmy Olsen. They also reported that the first season would feature Gorilla Grodd as a major antagonist — a detail that immediately caught fans’ attention.
However, what stood out the most was the alleged title: “DC Crime.” According to those reports, this was the working name for the developing series.
Gunn quickly corrected this detail on Threads:
“Just FYI there has never been a project titled DC Crime in development, not even as a working title.”
He added,
“I don’t know where that came from but it’s weird.”
Gunn Confirms the Rest of the Report May Still Be True
To keep the situation clear, Gunn explained:
“And no that doesn’t mean all of the rest of the story is false.”
This means that while the title “DC Crime” is incorrect, the Jimmy Olsen series itself and Gorilla Grodd’s involvement still seem very likely. Consequently, fans can safely assume that the project exists — just under a different, currently unrevealed name.
Furthermore, this clarification reassured audiences that development inside the DCU is progressing, even if not every leaked detail is accurate.
These back-to-back corrections demonstrate how quickly misinformation can spread in today’s entertainment landscape. Fortunately, James Gunn continues to remain transparent with fans while building the DCU. Because he frequently addresses rumors directly, audiences receive trustworthy updates instead of relying solely on unverified reports.
Additionally, Gunn’s habit of confirming what isn’t true often helps highlight what might be true. As a result, DCU fans can enjoy the excitement of speculation while still maintaining a grounded understanding of what’s actually unfolding behind the scenes.
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