AceShowbiz - James Gunn has debunked a rumor that he would write and direct a "Justice League: The New Frontier" movie. The rumor claimed that Gunn would helm an adaptation of the beloved comic miniseries by Darwyn Cooke, which is set in the 1950s and explores the political and social issues of the era through the lens of the Justice League.

In response to the rumor, Gunn stated on Threads, "Nope sorry. No truth to this whatsoever." However, he added, "That said I love New Frontier and its magical alternate history is a big influence on DC Studios."

Sources close to the situation have also confirmed with us that "The New Frontier" film is not currently in development.

"The New Frontier" comic has been praised for its thoughtful examination of American history and its impact on superheroes. It follows a new generation of heroes emerging during a time of political and social upheaval.

Despite debunking the "Justice League: The New Frontier" rumor, Gunn's acknowledgement of the comic's influence suggests that elements of its story or themes could still appear in future DC Studios projects.

"The New Frontier" is rumored to serve as a potential source of inspiration for HBO's upcoming "Green Lanterns" series. Speculation has emerged that the main villain of the show could be The Centre, a sentient landscape also known as Dinosaur Island.

In other DC Studios news, Gunn has revealed that he initially declined to direct "Superman" because he didn't have a unique and compelling story angle. However, after a conversation with his brother, he realized that the film could explore Superman's heritage as a bridge between his Kryptonian and human identities.

"Superman" is set to release on July 11, 2025, and will star David Corenswet as Superman and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane.