James Gunn Says Superman 'Very Important' for DCU's Gods and Monsters Phase One, and TV Projects Will Have a 'Previously On' DCU Recap

The James Gunn-helmed Phase 1 of the DC Cinematic Universe is upon us, beginning with Gunn's upcoming Superman film -- and as it turns out, the filmmaker and studio head considers the project to be absolutely crucial to making the Gods and Monsters phase work as an overall storytelling experience.