Matthew Lillard Eager for DCU Reunion with James Gunn

Matthew Lillard has expressed enthusiasm for a potential reunion with James Gunn in the DC Universe (DCU). Following his casting in the second season of “Daredevil: Born Again,” Lillard voiced his desire to collaborate with his long-time friend Gunn, who is now at the helm of DC Studios.

Matthew Lillard’s Aspirations in the DCU

During an appearance at the Los Angeles Comic-Con, Lillard shared his eagerness to join the DCU. He stated, “It’s been a long time, I have wanted to be in a superhero world.” Lillard has long admired Gunn’s work, having starred in the “Scooby-Doo” films written by Gunn. He humorously noted, “If anyone’s curious, if you run into James Gunn, tell him I’m available.”

Reconnecting with James Gunn

Gunn, known for directing “Superman,” previously wrote the scripts for “Scooby-Doo” (2002) and “Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed” (2004). Lillard, who portrayed Shaggy in those films, described Gunn as “one of my dear friends.” He added, “I keep waiting for that invitation; I don’t know if it’s lost in the mail.”

Recent Projects and Future Opportunities

In February 2023, it was reported that Lillard had joined the cast of “Daredevil: Born Again.” However, details about his character remain undisclosed. At the Comic-Con event, he humorously clarified his role, saying, “I do not wear any lycra, I know you’re sad.”

James Gunn’s Casting Strategy

Gunn has confirmed his openness to working with actors he has previously collaborated with in both the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) and other projects. He expressed this sentiment on X, stating, “We have hundreds of roles to cast. What matters most is the actor fits the role and they’re easy to work with.”

• Matthew Lillard: Actor known for his role as Shaggy.
• James Gunn: Director and writer, head of DC Studios.
• Daredevil: Born Again: Upcoming Marvel project featuring Lillard.
• Los Angeles Comic-Con: Event where Lillard made his comments.

Lillard’s eagerness to join the DCU highlights his passion for superhero narratives and collaboration with familiar faces like Gunn. As the DC franchise expands, it will be interesting to see if people like Lillard will find their place in this new era.