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James Gunn’s DCU is not up to a great start. As the initial excitement surroundingThe Flashhas subsided, it has become apparent that the film was significantly disappointing both critically and at the box office. Additionally, with Amber Heard’s return to the cinema industry inIn the Fire, the forthcoming release ofAquaman and the Lost Kingdomis bracing itself for the potential backlash from audiences.
Amidst the actress’s controversial history, Twitter is abuzz with discussions about boycotting the upcoming movie, with fans expressing their understandable discontent. This challenging situation has created a difficult time for both James Gunn and the overall DC Extended Universe as they navigate the negative sentiment surrounding the film and its casting decisions.
Also Read:James Gunn Not Done Experimenting With Superman, Will Change Pre-World War 2 Origin Story: “We’ve seen that enough”
Amber Heard on Her Return to DC WithAquaman and the Lost Kingdom
While discussing her upcoming filmIn the Fireand anticipating the release ofAquaman and the Lost Kingdom,Amber Heardacknowledged the immense pressure that comes with big franchise movies. In an interview with Deadline, she recognized the need for compromises in order to ensure the film’s success and make it the best it can be. She also talked about her role inAquaman 2by saying,
“There’s a ton of pressure on these big franchise movies, with millions and millions of dollars at stake, and compromises are part of trying to make it the most successful thing it can be.–‘Aquaman,’ that franchise and the machinery behind it, I’m very honored, honored to be a part of that.”
All in all people on the internet are not as thrilled as Heard, as one of them has voiced their frustration by saying,
One to boycott then
— White Knight Gamer (@WKnightGamerEU)June 27, 2025
It’s gonna flop like Flash!
— Animation 4 All | Owl House Forever (@Animation4All)August 24, 2025
It’s Gonna Flop Like The Flash Because of Controversy and Etc Around Amber Heard lol
— Fazbear Fanverse Nerd (@FazbearFanverse)June 24, 2025
Fans without skipping a beat are comparing the project withThe Flash.However, many have expressed their disappointment with the casting choices by saying,
She’s very honored to be the reason that millions of people will avoid this movie.
— Sane Middle American (@MiddleSane)June 29, 2025
She is excited about a cameo in a movie that nobody wants to see because she is still in? good for her😂
— Miss ladybug Reeves Depp Potter 🐞 (@gabyladybuggma1)August 24, 2025
Only thing I don’t like about Aquaman 2 is her.
— Superhero_Enjoyer (@Comic_Cunt)July 20, 2025
The fate ofAquaman and the Lost Kingdomremains uncertain, and only time will reveal the outcome of the film.
Also Read:James Gunn Kicked Dwayne Johnson Out Because of Black Adam Disaster, Now Shazam 2 and The Flash Combined Sales Can’t Reach Black Adam Box Office
The Future of the James Gunn’s DCU
In recent months,James Gunn‘s DCU has faced its fair share of controversies. Ezra Miller’s legal issues prior toThe Flashgathered huge public attention, so much so that people were led to speculate that it may have been an important factor that impacted the ticket sales. While Miller’s situation differs from Amber Heard’s, as she portrays a supporting character rather than being the lead, the fact remains that both are controversial figures cast in huge roles.
James Gunn’s reboot of the DC world also posed a significant challenge toAquaman 2. Despite the reported plot changes and director James Wan’s efforts to alignAquaman 2with the evolving DC landscape, the future of the film still hangs in uncertainty. This uncertainty extends to the Universe now helmed by James Gunn, leaving the fate of both the movie and the DCU itself uncertain.
Aquaman and the Lost Kingdomwill debut on 20th December 2023 in theaters.
Also Read:“I’m glad it wasn’t shot”: Christian Bale’s Breakout $34M Movie Nearly Had James Gunn’s Trademark Style That Would’ve Left Fans Confused
Source:Deadline
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Sampurna Banerjee is an Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, and she’s written over 1,700 articles! She covers everything from celebrity news to the latest superhero buzz, streaming shows, and fan theories. If it’s trending in pop culture, Sampurna’s probably already on it.When she’s not working, you’ll probably find her rewatching The Office (again), getting into debates about Marvel’s timeline, or diving deep into Christopher Nolan movies for the hundredth time. She’s not just writing about entertainment, she’s living it.
