James Gunn Teases Maxwell Lord's Return in the DC Universe: What's Next for the Villain?

James Gunn Teases Maxwell Lord's Return in the DC Universe: What's Next for the Villain?

James Gunn has hinted at the possible return of a popular DCU villain, Maxwell Lord. While not confirming any specific plans, Gunn's response to a fan's question on Threads indicated that the antagonist might make a comeback soon.

Maxwell Lord, portrayed by Pedro Pascal in Wonder Woman 1984 and later by Sean Gunn in Peacemaker Season 2, is a character that fans are eager to see more of. Gunn's recent interaction with a fan about Maxwell Lord's future appearance left many speculating about the character's role in upcoming projects.

Although Gunn did not provide any concrete details about Maxwell Lord's next appearance, fans can look forward to the release of Supergirl on June 26, 2026. The film, based on the miniseries Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow by Tom King and Bilquis Evely, features Milly Alcock as the titular hero alongside a star-studded cast including Jason Momoa, Eve Ridley, Matthias Schoenaerts, and David Corenswet.

In addition to Supergirl, DC has a lineup of exciting projects in the works, including two HBO Max series, Lanterns and Clayface, set to premiere later this year. With a Gorilla Grodd show and a Batman movie also in development, DC fans can anticipate a cinematic universe that will culminate in a Justice League movie. The future looks bright for DCU enthusiasts as they await the return of iconic characters and thrilling storylines.