James Gunn’s DCU Plan Was Proven by a Superhero Series No One Remembers
When James Gunn announced his plans for the DCU, one of the most notable titles was Swamp Thing. Created by writer Len Wein and artist Bernie Wrightson, Swamp Thing has been a fixture of the DC Universe since his debut in 1971. Despite not being as popular as Wonder Woman, The Flash, or Green Lantern, Swamp Thing made his way to the big screen long before them in two movies: the first was the Wes Craven-directed 1982 film, followed by a 1989 sequel. Swamp Thing’s status as part of DC’s horror line, as well as a presence in event comics like “Brightest Day,” made him a natural fit for James Gunn’s new universe.
