The movie Clayface is scheduled to premiere on September 11, 2026, marking a new addition to the DC cinematic universe, shortly after the release of Supergirl on June 26, 2026. This project aims to expand the reach of the DCU beyond the most well-known characters, introducing one of Batman’s most intriguing antagonists.
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Tom Rhys Harries has been selected to portray Clayface, although it has not yet been confirmed which version of the character he will embody. There are theories about whether he could play Matt Hagen, one of the most recognized aliases of the villain. Clayface, known for his shape-shifting ability, has a rich history in comics and has appeared in series such as Batman: The Animated Series.
Originally, the script for Clayface was written by Mike Flanagan, acclaimed for his work in horror and adaptations of Stephen King. However, the script was later rewritten by Hossein Amini, known for his work on Drive. Although Flanagan had expressed his appreciation for Clayface’s origin story in the animated series, the film’s approach has been described by James Gunn as body horror.
As for the cast, it has also been confirmed that Max Minghella will participate as a character named John, and Eddie Marsan in a role yet to be revealed. As the release date approaches, viewers can expect to see a Clayface trailer possibly before Supergirl. Although there are no immediate plans for a Clayface sequel, the character is expected to appear in future DCU projects.