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Grodd, Gunn and Greys | DCU News Update
Episode 777
Tuesday, 11 November, 2025

From Jimmy Olsen’s true-crime docuseries DC Crime to James Gunn’s Clayface tease, this week’s DC on SCREEN dives deep into the weirdest corners of the DC Universe — and maybe the cosmos. We’re breaking down the latest Supergirl updates, the supposed Lanterns release shuffle, and what the rumored Paramount-Warner merger could mean for James Gunn and Peter Safran’s DC Studios. Also -- who the hell could Alan Ritchson be playing in the DCU? Plus: we get sidetracked by grey aliens, Betty and Barney Hill, and Valiant Thor — because of course we do.DC Crime (New HBO Max Series)American Vandal creators Tony Yacenda and Dan Perrault are developing a Jimmy Olsen-lead series DC Crime, a true-crime show hosted by Jimmy Olsen (Skyler Gisondo).Season 1 focuses on Gorilla Grodd, with James Gunn and Peter Safran executive producing.SupergirlActor David Krumholtz (Zor-El) confirms the film will dive deeper into the House of El and Krypton’s legacy.Reports of reshoots/additional photography may include David Corenswet’s Superman, possibly explaining the missing costume from the WB Studio Tour.ClayfaceJames Gunn celebrates Clayface’s comic anniversary, confirming Tom Rhys Harries will bring the tragic villain to life.The post hints at a more nuanced, human Clayface rather than a pure monster.Lanterns UpdateThe Hollywood Reporter quietly confirms that Lanterns will debut after Supergirl in the new DCU timeline, but is that new information?DC Studios & Paramount Merger RumorsBloomberg reports Paramount CEO David Ellison aims to keep Gunn and Safran’s leadership intact if a merger happens.We talk about corporate shake-ups, creative stability, and what that could mean for the DCU’s future.Fandom Flanderization & BrainiacGunn reposts a video on “fandom flanderization”, reminding fans that there’s no single “true” version of DC’s heroes — just evolving interpretations.Alan Ritchson’s “Messier” Role TalksRitchson confirms conversations with DC Studios about playing a morally grey anti-hero, saying he wants something “a little dirtier” than a clean-cut protagonist.Bat-Fam Animated SeriesThe new DC animated series Bat-Fam is now streaming on Prime Video.Bonus TangentsGrey aliens.Betty & Barney Hill’s abduction.Valiant Thor’s alleged time at the Pentagon.🎙️ HostsDavid C. Roberson Jason Goss🎙️ Listen & subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Official Site🛒 Visit our Store | ❤️ Support us on Patreon