Safran has characterized the “Clayface” movie as a “body horror film.” Gunn previously said DC Studios hopes the movie “works as a pure horror movie for somebody who doesn’t care at all about DC.” Warner Bros. has dated “Clayface” for release on Sept. 11, 2026.

Daniel Radcliffe just can't escape the superhero movie rumor mill. DC Studios boss James Gunn debunked rumors that the Harry Potter alum is in consideration to play Clayface in the upcoming DC movie of the same name.

On Thursday, the DC Studios boss took to Threads to shoot down reports that Daniel Radcliffe would take the lead as the titular supervillain in the upcoming Mike Flanagan -written, James Watkins -directed movie, which is set for a Sept. 11, 2026 premiere.

Reports that Daniel Radcliffe would play Clayface in an upcoming DCU film are false, says James Gunn. He clarified on Threads that casting hasn't begun as the director hasn't been finalized. The movie,

While the DCEU (which is streaming with a Max subscription) ended with Aquaman 2, co-CEO James Gunn is forming a brand new DC Universe. One of the many upcoming DC movies is the Clayface flick, which James Watkins is expected to direct.

Despite staying away from major franchises, rumors of Radcliffe joining the superhero genre have persisted. In the past, fans speculated about him playing Wolverine in Deadpool & Wolverine, which ultimately did not materialize.

DC CEO James Gunn has been dealing with multiple rumours surrounding around the Batman and Superman films. Once again, he has set the record straight by clarifying a major speculation

James Gunn took to social media to shoot down a wild rumor that Daniel Radcliffe is officially joining the DCU as a famed Batman villain.

James Gunn has shut down casting rumors yet again after it emerged that Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe was being considered to play Batman villain Clayface. In fact, the DC Studios head has confirmed they haven't even begun casting the movie yet.