James Gunn talks about a Harley Quinn prequel series starring Margot Robbie set in the new DC Universe, which would mark his return
James Gunn comments on the return of Margot Robbie in an alleged series dedicated entirely to the story of harley quinnwhich turns out to presumably be one of the new’s unannounced projects DC Universe. Gunn, along with DC Studios co-CEO Peter Safran, revealed the first projects on the slate for the new DC Universe in January. At the time of the reveal, he said there were a fair share of projects in various stages of development that were omitted from the list. This has led to speculation as to what they might be, with a recent rumor claiming that a Robbie-led Harley Quinn series is being planned, to which Gunn has decided to address.
Is Margot Robbie Finally Returning To The DC Universe? James Gunn’s answer comes
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On Twitter, James Gunn was quick to debunk the rumor that a Harley Quinn series with Robbie was in DC’s plans:
There isn’t.
— James Gunn (@JamesGunn) April 10, 2023
The rumor suggested that DC was working on a prequel series starring Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn. The series was also said to be called harleen and would focus on how Harley’s attempt to save the Joker caused her to lose her mind. The rumor also stated that Harvey Dent/Two Face would be involved in the series, with the series existing outside the continuity of the Suicide Squad And Birds of Prey. In the end, Gunn’s straightforward answer kills any chance the rumor is true.
After another scene-stealing performance in the cast of The Suicide Squad, by Gunn, it seems likely that Robbie will return as Harley Quinn in the new DC Universe. The actress said she loves playing Harley Quinn and her character has been one of the few consistently positive aspects of the old DCEU. Gunn, especially after working with Robbie on The Suicide Squadhe’s going to want to have that powerful performance in the new DC Universe set-up.