James Gunn Shares Teen Titans Movie Update; Debunks Director Rumor: "This Insider Isn't Inside Much"

James Gunn Shares Teen Titans Movie Update; Debunks Director Rumor: "This Insider Isn't Inside Much"

It's been a while since we heard anything about DC Studios' plans for a live-action Teen Titans movie, and James Gunn has now shared an update while also debunking a new "rumor."

By MarkCassidy - May 28, 2026 07:05 AM EST
Filed Under: Teen Titans

We got confirmation that a live-action Teen Titans movie was in the works at DC Studios back in 2024, with Supergirl writer Ana Nogueira (who is also developing the Wonder Woman reboot) enlisted to pen the script.

Updates have been few and far between, but there have been plenty of rumors doing the rounds.

DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn has now responded to a fan on social media by debunking a recent report that Euphoria creator Sam Levinson is in talks to direct the project (the source always seemed a little sketchy, but the rumor did end up getting some traction).

"No, it's not true. Not talking to any directors quite yet," said Gunn, before adding, "This 'insider' isn't inside much." 

Gunn has previously confirmed that the new Wonder Woman film is a "priority" for DC Studios, so depending on how far along the script is, we wouldn't count on Nogueira completing her first Teen Titans draft anytime soon.

A recent (rumored) logline claimed to reveal the key Titans team members: "The Teen Titans are further apart than ever before… until Damian Wayne recruits Starfire, Raven, Beast Boy and the new Kid Flash to join him in a fight against his own grandfather, Ra’s al Ghul."

However, we'd later hear that the movie will focus on a "pre-existing team being revived," which suggested that the roster would more likely consist of the original '60s comic book line-up: Kid Flash (Wally West), Robin (Dick Grayson), Aqualad (Garth) and Wonder Girl (Donna Troy).

Scooper Daniel Richtman has claimed that it will indeed be Bruce Wayne's son - who will also feature in The Brave and the Bold movie alongside The Dark Knight - that will lead the Titans, but a new Robin has also entered the mix. Nexus Point News writer Apocalyptic Horseman believes it could actually be the third Robin, Tim Drake, who became the latest Boy Wonder shortly after Jason Todd's death, and went on to take the name Red Robin.

We would definitely lean more towards Damien, although James Gunn and Peter Safran probably wouldn't see an issue with having multiple Robins in the DCU, so anything is possible.

As for potential villains, while Ra's al Ghul would be a popular choice, Gunn has confirmed that plans are in place to introduce Deathstroke, who has become one of the Titans' signature foes over the years. We know that Slade Wilson and Bane will be part of a separate movie from Captain America: Brave New World writer Matthew Orton, so introducing the character as the antagonist of the Teen Titans film would make sense.

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SteviesRightFoo
SteviesRightFoo - 5/28/2026, 7:26 AM
See you in 2034?
UltimaRex
UltimaRex - 5/28/2026, 8:33 AM
@SteviesRightFoo - technically, Teen(?) Titans would be between Dynamic Duo and Kingdom Come so... 2028 to 2030?
SeeYouIn2034
SeeYouIn2034 - 5/28/2026, 11:24 AM
@UltimaRex -
In Kingdom Come, Sandman's dreams of Armageddon are what kick off the plot. In the DCU, Wesley Dodds is dead, which is why he has a memorial in the Hall of Justice.

In Kingdom Come, Wildcat is a were-panther with the spirit of Ted Grant. In the DCU, he is dead, as he is also memorialized in the HoJ.

In Kingdom Come, Peacemaker is a part of Magog's Justice Battalion. In the DCU, he is a pervert/criminal forced to work for the Suicide Squad.

In Kingdom Come, the Hawks are embued with magical powers from the Hawkgod. In the DCU, Hawkgirl is a metahuman.

In Kingdom Come, Dick Grayson becomes the Red Robin after leaving Batman. In the DCU, he becomes Nightwing.

In Kingdom Come, Bruce's son with Talia, Ibn al Xu'ffasch, was never Robin. In the DCU, Damian is Robin.

In Kingdom Come, Alan Scott is the Green Lantern of Earth. In the DCU, John Stewart is.

In Kingdom Come, Lex is still a respected businessman. In the DCU, he's a convicted murderer.

In Kingdom Come, Superman wears his classic symbol and then changes it to the "hope cuts through the darkness" symbol when he returns to heroism. In the DCU, it always looked like that.

These universes are not similar. KC is a Christian allegory written by the son of a Baptist preacher. Gunn has no respect for the Gospel.

See you in 2034.
UltimaRex
UltimaRex - 5/28/2026, 11:33 AM
@SeeYouIn2034 - It’s. Still. Called. An. ADAPTATION.

I fully expect Gunn to replace Wormwood with Flagg too.
SeeYouIn2034
SeeYouIn2034 - 5/28/2026, 11:40 AM
@UltimaRex - It's not called anything. You made up this movie in your head, fam.
UltimaRex
UltimaRex - 5/28/2026, 11:51 AM
@SeeYouIn2034 - like you made up Welling playing Superman.

We'll see what happens first.

See you in 2034.
SeeYouIn2034
SeeYouIn2034 - 5/28/2026, 11:58 AM
@UltimaRex - User Comment Image

See you in 2011.
UltimaRex
UltimaRex - 5/28/2026, 1:07 PM
@SeeYouIn2034 - not Superman.

Not even a real S-shield.

Nice try, but invalid.

See you in 2034.
TheVisionary25
TheVisionary25 - 5/28/2026, 7:35 AM
Sam Levinson would not be a good choice for a Teen Titans film imo so I’m glad it’s not happening (even if the rumor was false in the first place)…

I do hope we get some concrete updates about the DCU soon because besides MOT , we don’t know what else is coming out next year & beyond officially!!.
Nonameforme
Nonameforme - 5/28/2026, 7:49 AM
Joe j0hnston would make a great TT movie
Matchesz
Matchesz - 5/28/2026, 7:52 AM
Yes shame that insider for assuming you’re competent at your job. Good
WEAPONXOXOXO
WEAPONXOXOXO - 5/28/2026, 8:01 AM
"This Insider Isn't Inside Much"

oooooo..That sounded dirty

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SeeYouIn2034
SeeYouIn2034 - 5/28/2026, 10:08 AM
@WEAPONXOXOXO - I hardly know 'er.
6of13
6of13 - 5/28/2026, 8:08 AM
Upcoming:
Lanterns
Man of Tomorrow
Clayface
Wonder Women
Brave and The Bold
Teen Titans
The Authority
Swamp Thing
Booster Gold
Peacemaker
Creature Commandos
Mister Miracle
Bane/Deathstroke
Blue Beetle
Waller

????
Justice League
Justice League Dark
TheVisionary25
TheVisionary25 - 5/28/2026, 9:10 AM
@6of13 - there’s no more Peacemaker for now

There is the Jimmy Olsen true crime show that I think will be next year too.
InfinitePunches
InfinitePunches - 5/28/2026, 10:05 AM
@6of13 - You forgot Paradise Lost and Sgt. Rock. Two more very real projects that are definitely past the vague concept stage.
WruceBayne
WruceBayne - 5/28/2026, 1:03 PM
@InfinitePunches - I think Sgt. Rock was canned. It picked back up steam for a second but I think it was re-canned right before production started on it. You are definitely correct in saying that Sgt. Rock was past the concept stage though.
TheJok3r
TheJok3r - 5/28/2026, 8:13 AM
I highly doubt Gunn will still be running DC by the time this movie is ready to move forward with a director.
SteviesRightFoo
SteviesRightFoo - 5/28/2026, 10:03 AM
@TheJok3r - we can only hope the 3rd guy gets it right
TheJok3r
TheJok3r - 5/28/2026, 10:10 AM
@SteviesRightFoo - At this point they should just drop the shared universe concept and focus on standalone, director-driven franchises for each character like what Nolan did with Batman and what Reeves is currently doing.
SteviesRightFoo
SteviesRightFoo - 5/28/2026, 10:24 AM
@TheJok3r - I wouldnt be against it
UltimaRex
UltimaRex - 5/28/2026, 11:16 AM
@TheJok3r - see you in 2034.
UltimaRex
UltimaRex - 5/28/2026, 11:19 AM
@TheJok3r - even if they did that, Gunn will still do his "Superman Saga" and KC.

And there would probably still be spin-offs like Supergirl.
TheJok3r
TheJok3r - 5/28/2026, 11:41 AM
@UltimaRex - I hope Gunn gets to finish his Superman arc; I just don't think he's the right fit to lead DC as a whole. He's the type of director you definitely want on your team, but you don't want him leading it.
JackDeth
JackDeth - 5/28/2026, 8:42 AM
One 'insider' in particular is especially full of shit and actually spent nearly a whole Friday night crashing out on Youtube and responding to all the negative comments about him and his dumb cowboy friend. LOL
MarkCassidy
MarkCassidy - 5/28/2026, 8:50 AM
@JackDeth - I didn't catch the most recent show... sounds like it's worth a watch!
TheVisionary25
TheVisionary25 - 5/28/2026, 9:08 AM
@JackDeth - man , Rocha is kinda insufferable now.
ChrisRed
ChrisRed - 5/28/2026, 9:14 AM
If Batman is indeed 'older' this time around, it could make sense for the TT to have existed earlier.
That also works with Damian convincing Dick/Nightwing to reassemble his team to take down Ra's.
Maybe they need to save Bruce who's been captured or something.
ClarkJoeKent
ClarkJoeKent - 5/28/2026, 9:26 AM
Gunn is RUSHING to announce projects BUT will cancel them ALL in the NEXT 6 months once the Paramount merger is complete. Even John Campea EXPECTS Gunn to be GONE! So all these "SHILLS" on this site who come here for comfort & small community that acts like they're "excited" for whatever Gunn announces are a tiny group of ppl thats getting SMALLER! Supergirl has about the excitement as The Marvels. After Gunns Superman 2025 UNDERPERFORMANCE & loss of over $40 Million, Gunn is going forward with an ensemble Superman & Lex fighting together is something we as fans isn't looking forward to. Gunn DC has NO DIRECTION is the equivalent o throwing everything at the wall & see what sticks. The NUMBERS & $$$$ tell the story😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
bobevanz
bobevanz - 5/28/2026, 11:36 AM
@ClarkJoeKent - I'm not even going to bother replying to this retarded ass comment. Superman didn't lose money. If you want to get technical it made 50 million profit not counting merch which is The Sweet Spot. However Batman versus Superman had the greatest single second week drop in movie history until the Marvels, then Joker 2 showed up and literally killed the franchise. Then you have the Justice League movie which lost $90 million dollars. It's too bad Snyder is a net loser
ClarkJoeKent
ClarkJoeKent - 5/28/2026, 12:25 PM
@bobevanz - Ted Sarandos said UNDER OATH, Gunns Superman 2025 UNDERPERFORMED & was YANK early from theaters because of it. Forbes Magazine reported that Superman 2025 LOST over $40 MILLION DOLLARS, Creature Commandos was PULLED from YouTube after an EMBARRASSING 500 Views Peacemaker (CANCELED)
| Film | Original Worldwide Gross | Adjusted to 2026 Dollars |
| Man of Steel (2013) ~$668M | ~$950M–$960M |
| Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016)Theatrical Cut ~$874M ~$1.14B–$1.18B Though the FAN FAVORITE is the DIRECTORS CUT!!
| Justice League (2017) JOSS WHEDONS Version ~$658M | ~$835M–$870M |
I GOOGLED this INFO!!!😂😂😂 You Gunn Shills coping skills are AMAZING!!!!!!!!


MaxPaint
MaxPaint - 5/28/2026, 1:00 PM
@ClarkJoeKent - User Comment Image
UltimaRex
UltimaRex - 5/28/2026, 3:21 PM
@MaxPaint - all the way to 2034.
UltimaRex
UltimaRex - 5/28/2026, 5:17 PM
@MaxPaint - all the way to 2034.

We can both watch him lose the little bit of mind that he has.

Good times...
bobevanz
bobevanz - 5/28/2026, 11:23 AM
Gunn isn't going anywhere and keep insulting the fake ass insiders because THEY'RE ALL [frick]ING PHONY
1stDalek
1stDalek - 5/28/2026, 12:31 PM
Who watches Euphoria and thinks "this is the right guy for Teen Titans? lol
Waifuslayer2
Waifuslayer2 - 5/28/2026, 5:17 PM
Dude, there isn't anything coming out after MoT. Brave and the Bold should have been fast tracked on day 1 but I guarantee you Gunn is quickly learning that that version of Batman will not translate well in live action and is panicking about what to do with Batman outside of the Reeves films.

Were at the point where we should have been getting casting news for Batman, Wonder Woman, etc. And we've heard NOTHING for YEARS. No hype, no news, no direction. Just countless rumors and Gunn debunking literally everything while offering nothing but vague nonsense.

This new DCU is DOA and has been an incredible waste of time.
UltimaRex
UltimaRex - 5/28/2026, 5:20 PM
@Waifuslayer2 - see you in 2034.
GenD
GenD - 5/28/2026, 9:15 PM
Eh Warner makes more off other Movie properties these days anyhow.

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