Zack Snyder Ends DC Era, Looks to Future Projects at Netflix

News - 1 December 2023

Zack Snyder has officially announced that his time working with DC has come to a close. Throughout his tenure, he directed several films, including Man of Steel, Batman vs Superman: Dawn of Justice, and Justice League. This news was revealed when a fan on the social media platform Vero inquired about Snyder's future with DC, to which Snyder confirmed that it was indeed over.

Fans of Snyder's work had been campaigning for DC to sell the Snyderverse to Netflix, hoping to see his vision continue in a new platform. However, Snyder has stated that he would only consider returning to DC for a film adaptation of Frank Miller's iconic 80s comic 'The Dark Knight Returns', but only if it stays true to the source material without compromise. He also expressed interest in a Marvel adaptation of Frank Miller's 'Elektra Lives Again', which centers around the character Daredevil.

Snyder's time at DC was marked by controversy, as his films received criticism for various reasons, including storytelling choices and casting decisions. The director faced personal tragedy during the production of Justice League, leading to him stepping away from the project and Joss Whedon taking over for reshoots.After parting ways with DC, Snyder was able to pursue his cinematic visions freely and establish his own universe at Netflix.

His upcoming project, the two-part Rebel Moon science-fiction saga, is set to be released on Netflix in just over three weeks, marking his debut on the streaming platform.Snyder's departure from DC marks the end of an era for fans of his unique and visually stunning style of filmmaking. While there may be disappointment that he will no longer be working on DC properties, there is excitement for the future projects he has in store, such as Rebel Moon.

Overall, Snyder's time at DC has been a rollercoaster ride filled with highs and lows, but one thing is for certain - his impact on the superhero genre and comic book adaptations will be felt for years to come. Whether he returns to DC in the future or takes on new and exciting projects, Zack Snyder's legacy is sure to endure in the hearts of fans worldwide.