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During his DC reign, Zack Snyder’s rather abrupt departure left many questioning if he’d ever return. Despite whispers of unfinished business, Snyder declared that the chapter was closed. Yet, amidst the uncertainty, it seems that one thread persists, the siren call ofThe Dark Knight Returns.The tale resonates with Snyder so much that he is ready to jump back in to adapt this to the big screens if DC ever calls him up.
Though Snyder remains adamant that the chapter is done for, there’s a glimmer of possibility. Should his dear friend James Gunn extend an offer, particularly one involving the adaptation of Frank Miller’s iconic work, Snyder might just find himself drawn back into the fold, ready to reignite the Bat-signal once more.
The Dark Knight ReturnsAdaptation Could Bring Zack Snyder Back to DC
Following his direction ofMan of Steelin 2013 and the superhero showdownBatman v. Superman: Dawn of Justicein 2016,Zack Snyderwas a natural choice to helmthe Justice League.The film aimed to unite DC Comics’ iconic characters in a battle to save the world.
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However, tragedy struck Snyder’s family during the initial filming stage in 2017 when his daughter, died by suicide. Initially considering continuing work onJustice Leagueas a means of coping, Snyder later realized the immense toll it took. He stepped away in May 2017 to prioritize his family’s well-being. He revealed toThe Hollywood Reporter,
The demands of this job are pretty intense. It is all-consuming. And in the last two months, I’ve come to the realization…I’ve decided to take a step back from the movie to be with my family, be with my kids, who really need me. They are all having a hard time. I’m having a hard time.
This resulted in Joss Whedon stepping in to fill the shoes. Now, with significant time passed by and DC undergoing a transformation into the DCU from the DCEU, speculation rises about Snyder’s potential return to the franchise under James Gunn’s leadership.
In a more recent, 2023 interview withThe Hollywood Reporter,Snyder hinted at the possibility. Although it all depends on if Gunn ever asks him to come back to DC, Snyder said he might think about making aThe Dark Knight Returnsmovie. But he’d only do it if it stayed true to the original comic book.
What Is Zack Snyder Currently Working On?
Currently, Zack Snyder has his hands full with his ambitious projectRebel Moon,where he attempted to build a captivating world from scratch, brimming with stunning visuals and adrenaline-pumping action sequences. The two-part movie believed to be a part of something that is going to be a wholeexpansive universe, has captivated Snyder’s fanbase, despite receiving mixed reviews from critics.
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Its triumph on the streaming giant Netflix is another feat it has achieved, asRebel Moon — Part One: A Child of Firesoared to the top spot globally during the week of December 18-23, 2023, garnering a staggering 23.9 million views. Its dominance continued the following week, amassing an additional 34 million views as perIndieWire.
However, should the opportunity present itself, digging intoThe Dark Knight Returnsadaption wouldn’t be a bad venture for Snyder. Originally published in 1986 across four issues, penned and illustrated by Frank Miller, it tells the tale of an aged Bruce Wayne returning as Batman to combat crime. Hailed as one of the best Batman narratives, its influence has spawned numerous adaptations across various media forms.
Sampurna Banerjee
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Sampurna Banerjee is an Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, and she’s written over 1,700 articles! She covers everything from celebrity news to the latest superhero buzz, streaming shows, and fan theories. If it’s trending in pop culture, Sampurna’s probably already on it.When she’s not working, you’ll probably find her rewatching The Office (again), getting into debates about Marvel’s timeline, or diving deep into Christopher Nolan movies for the hundredth time. She’s not just writing about entertainment, she’s living it.
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