Zack Snyder to Direct 'Justice League' Film

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Thanks to a Wall Street Journal exclusive interview with Warner Bros. president of worldwide production Greg Silverman, the news that the studio has set plans to make a “Justice League” movie has been revealed. Silverman stated that not only will a "Justice League" film follow 2016's "Superman vs. Batman" but Zack Snyder will be directing the film. And yes, Silverman was quoted as calling the "Man of Steel" sequel "Superman vs. Batman." He stated, “It will be a further expansion of this universe. ’Superman vs Batman’ will lead into ‘Justice League.’” So does this mean we have the official title for the MOS sequel? Seems too easy.

The "Justice League" script is currently in development and it is expected that Henry Cavill will return as Superman, Ben Affleck will reprise his role Batman and Gal Gadot will play Wonder Woman. There is no release date but the film will most likely not be in theaters before 2018. Based on Marvel's track record, they should really step it up. There is no definite word on what other Justice Leaguers will join their three friends, but Green Lantern, Aquaman and Flash obviously can't be ruled out.  The "Superman vs. Batman" film recently added Ray Fisher as "Cyborg" so he may appear as well.

Regarding a Wonder Woman spin-off, the WSJ mentioned that "Warner executives said they are warm to the idea" and president of worldwide marketing, Sue Kroll, reveals, “That is our hope. With the right script, that could be viable. The world is ready for her.”

So what do you think about the "Justice League" film news? Is DC going to give Marvel a run for their money or has Marvel cornered the market on superhero success? Let's try to forget the "Green Lantern" film and hold on to hope!

-Larissa Mrykalo

'Justice League Dark' intros new villain, guest stars Flash, Swamp Thing

A glimpse at the new issue, and at Swampy's big ol' mouth.
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Over at MTV Geek, our very own Aaron Sagers chatted up DC Comics' Just League Dark co-writer Ray Fawkes about the epic new storyline he's launching in issue #19, hitting stands April 17.

Fawkes -- who also revealed pages from the upcoming issue -- said this is a story arc that changes everything and really brings the paranormal/supernatural super hero team to the awareness of the big boys, like Superman and Wonder Woman.

Also, Fawkes teases the fact that, in addition to Swamp Thing entering the JLD ranks (sort of), we'll be treated to a Flash guest-star and the introduction of a big bad that will be new, but different.

Head on over to MTV Geek for the story, but in the meantime, refresh yourself on director Guillermo del Toro's chat about the very cool JLD title and his plans to turn it into a movie.

Guillermo del Toro preps 'Dark Universe' flick- is it tied to 'Justice League'?

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One of the reasons I'm a big fan of Guillermo del Toro is that he's such a well-rounded nerd who loves the paranormal/supernatural in addition to sci-fi and super heroes. Obviously this is no shocker, but it's always a pleasure to hear he's working on new projects that combines those loves.

For instance, in a recent interview with IGN about Mama, which he exec-produces, del Toro chatted about his involvement with the DC Comics Dark Universe movie revolving around supernatural heroes. He said he's working on the outline and has found a "very, very good writer" for the screenplay that will pleasantly surprise fans.

The darker side of DC Comics is currently represented by a few titles, including Justice League Dark, a super team who deals in the supernatural. The team features Deadman, Zatanna, Madame Xanadu and Shade The Changing Man - along with Constantine (played by Keanu Reeves in the 2005 movie of the same name based on the Hellblazer comics). Another character who would be in the movie, and has received his own feature treatment in the past, is Swamp Thing - who del Toro calls a "rock star." The Demon Etrigan and The Spectre will also join in the action.

The director says that DC is feeling very confident with the film possibilities of its characters, especially based on their expectations for Man of Steel. Speaking of which, considering the timeline of this project, it will likely live or die based on the box office of the new Supes movie, as well as the success of the impending Justice League vehicle. Moreover, it would make sense for their to be a cameo from a JL hero in the Dark Universe movie to connect it to the larger DC-verse.

Check out the video from IGN after the jump.

Joseph Gordon-Levitt already cast as Batman for 'Justice League'?

Gordon-Levitt in 'Dark Knight Rises'
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Big news over at HitFix.com where they are reporting, "Joseph Gordon-Levitt absolutely will be appearing in Warner Brothers’ Justice League as the new Batman."

That is a bold statement, right? It makes some sense, based on the hint at the ending of Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight Rises.

This news comes on the heels of a New York Post interview with Man of Steel director Zack Snyder where he said he couldn't comment on the Superman movie being integrated into a larger superhero universe because "that would be a big spoiler." That sounds like a big "yes" as well. Snyder also said he was being trusted to keep the Justice League movie "on course" and that he didn't know how that movie could move forward without acknowledging his.

Now Nolan has been pretty adamant that TDKR closed his work with Batman, but he is connected to MOS. Also HitFix.com is stating that their sources are telling them that Warner Bros. is "solidifying deals" for Gordon-Levitt (and one other actor from the Nolan franchise) to do ... something earlier than JL.

The obvious guess here is that we'd be looking at a post-credits Man of Steel scene where Supes and Bats meet up. It was a strategy that worked perfectly with the Marvel Universe's build-up to The Avengers. Plus, Warner Bros. is unlikely to greenlight another JL tie-in after MOS and before the supergroup movie opens Summer 2015. So this would be the big chance for the studio to create buzz.

So what do you think? Do you want to see JGL in the JLA?

-Larissa Mrykalo

'Justice League' vs. 'Avengers 2' Summer 2015?

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Despite lacking a filmmaker (Christopher Nolan declined the offer), Warner Brothers is hell-bent on getting their DC film Justice League released in the summer of 2015. This just happens to be the same year that Marvel plans on releasing Joss Whedon's super sequel The Avengers 2. Actually, the release date of The Avengers 2 is scheduled for May 1, 2015. Coincidence?

According to the L.A. Times, DC Comics' superheroes can have a cinematic team up after last week's legal victory "in its long-running fight over the rights to Superman." The studio is expected to accelerate development of a planned Justice League movie that would join Superman, Wonder Woman, Batman and other characters, "according to a knowledgeable person not authorized to discuss the matter publicly."

Who do you think would win in and outside the box office? The Justice League may have an army consisting of Superman, Wonder Woman, Batman, The Flash and The Green Lantern ... but, the Avengers have a HULK! Which film are you most excited to see? Or do you think the more mighty heroes on screen in a summer, the merrier? We'll keep you posted on the news surrounding this epic battle!

-Larissa Mrykalo