The DCU Clayface movie has found its director.
In December 2024, it became public knowledge that DC Studios has begun production on a Clayface movie within their universe (DCU). This movie is currently being penned by writer Mike Flanagan and is slated for release in the year 2026.
Who will direct the DCU Clayface movie?
Per The Hollywood Reporter, the DCU Clayface movie will be directed by James Watkins.
It has been speculated in the past that Watkins was among the potential directors DC Studios was thinking about for the film. J.A. Bayona and even Jeff Wadlow were reportedly under consideration as well, although rumors suggesting Wadlow’s involvement eventually proved to be false.
In 2008, it was Watkins who took on his first role as a feature film director with the release of Eden Lake, featuring Michael Fassbender and Kelly Reilly. Following this, he collaborated with Daniel Radcliffe for the 2012 production The Woman in Black. Subsequently, he directed Bastille Day in 2016. His latest project is a remake of Speak No Evil, which came out in 2024, and stars James McAvoy, Mackenzie Davis, Scoot McNairy, and Aisling Franciosi.
Moreover, Watkins served as a second-unit director on The Descent Part 2 (2009). He penned the screenplays for all the films he directed except for The Woman in Black. He was also involved in writing the scripts for My Little Eye (2002) and Gone (2007).
According to The Hollywood Reporter’s article, the story revolves around a struggling B-list actor who uses an experimental concoction to stay in the limelight. Unfortunately, he discovers that this substance allows him to transform his appearance, making him a living sculpture of clay.
As of now, no official announcements have been made regarding the cast, but production for the film is anticipated to start around 2025. The movie will be jointly produced by James Gunn, Peter Safran, Matt Reeves, and Lynn Harris.
Clayface currently has a September 11, 2026, release date from Warner Bros. Pictures.
Originally reported by Brandon Schreur on SuperHeroHype.
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