James Gunn has revealed a fascinating interconnection between the Marvel and DC universes, asserting that the former exists as a fictional concept within the latter. This statement echoes a moment in the Peacemaker series, where the famous “Spider-Man meme” is mentioned, suggesting a joke that points to the existence of Marvel within the DC universe.
The Marvel universe is officially within DC
In a recent conversation with Brandon Davis, Gunn expanded on this idea by stating that in his DC universe, Edgar Wright would have directed the Guardians of the Galaxy movies. The filmmaker surrenders to the quality of Wright’s work, emphasizing that he probably would have done a better job than his in that context. “I have created DC in the Marvel universe. And I have created Marvel within the DC universe, it’s great!” he commented.
The rich tradition of crossovers between DC and Marvel dates back to the 1960s, where iconic characters from both publishers have exchanged blows and adventures on various occasions. From the first joint comic of Superman and Spider-Man in 1981 to the recent encounters between Batman and Deadpool, these crossovers have fascinated fans for generations. Currently, a new anthology comic brings together Batman and Deadpool, promising more interactions between heroes from both universes.
With Peacemaker releasing episodes weekly on HBO Max, the series serves as a bridge that cleverly and entertainingly connects these universes. Gunn is expanding the mythology of superheroes by playing with their traditions, increasing interest in both universes as fans continue to enjoy this new phase of superhero entertainment.