J.K. Simmons Comments on Canceled Batgirl Movie

Actor J.K. Simmons has spoken out about the cancellation of the Batgirl movie, expressing that he had a good time making it. He described Warner Bros. Discovery's decision to shelf the film as "bizarre."

9 Jul, 23:09 — 10 Jul, 02:45

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The cancellation of the Batgirl movie was a significant and controversial decision by Warner Bros. Discovery, reportedly due to a strategic shift in focus for the DC Extended Universe and tax write-offs. J.K. Simmons' comments offer a rare perspective from a cast member on the studio's decision, highlighting the creative and professional impact of such choices.

Key entitiesJ.K. Simmons Batgirl Warner Bros. Discovery Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah HBO Max

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deadlineMostly Factual27d ago

J.K. Simmons On WBD’s “Bizarre” Decision To Shelf ‘Batgirl’ Movie: “Maybe We’ll Never Know”

Four years after Batgirl was pulled from the HBO Max release schedule, J.K. Simmons wants to see the DCEU entry released. The Oscar winner, who starred as Commissioner James Gordon in the Adil El Arbi/Bilall Fallah-helmed movie, recently looked back on Warner Bros. and DC Films’ “bizarre” decision shelf the title amid the WBD merger. […]

By Glenn Garner

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ignMostly Factual27d ago