DC's Long-Awaited Swamp Thing Movie: A Positive Update
DC Studios has provided a much-needed boost of confidence for fans of its upcoming Swamp Thing film. Despite recent setbacks and schedule reshuffles within the DCU, a new update confirms that the highly anticipated movie is still in the works. This news has reignited excitement among fans who have been eagerly awaiting the project for months.
James Mangold's Commitment to Swamp Thing
James Mangold's long-awaited Swamp Thing adaptation remains firmly on DC Studios' agenda. There were speculations that Mangold's recent deal with Paramount Pictures might have put the project on hold, but DC Studios' co-CEO, James Gunn, recently assured fans in an interview with Rolling Stone that Mangold is still fully committed to the project. Gunn explicitly stated that Mangold's partnership with Paramount will not hinder his work on Swamp Thing, firmly asserting, 'No, no, it doesn't.'
During the interview, Gunn also addressed the potential impact of Mangold's new deal on the film's production. He confirmed that the project is still moving forward, stating, 'We've talked to him. He's still invested. So we'll see. Some things take a long time. We'll see what happens.'
Mangold's Involvement in DCU
Mangold was one of the first big names linked to the DCU in early 2023, shortly after Gunn announced the universe's initial chapter, Gods and Monsters. Known for his award-winning biographical dramas, such as Walk the Line and Ford v Ferrari, as well as blockbuster franchise films like Logan, Mangold was reportedly in talks to write and direct Swamp Thing. However, his schedule has been busy with other commitments, including A Complete Unknown and High Side, the first project under his Paramount deal.
Despite Delays, Swamp Thing Stays on Track
While several projects in DC Studios' initial slate of films and TV shows have encountered production delays and scheduling changes, Gunn has now confirmed that Swamp Thing is not one of the projects that have been shelved or canceled. This update has provided a much-needed morale boost for fans who have been eagerly awaiting the film's release.
