Peter Capaldi is keen to join James Gunn’s DC Universe

The Suicide Squad luminary Peter Capaldi has openly discussed his enthusiasm for collaborating with James Gunn within the expansive realm of the DC Universe. The actor, known for portraying the enigmatic character Dr. Gaius Grieves, also known as Thinker, in the 2021 film, shared in an interview with Forbes that he would ‘absolutely’ embrace the opportunity to be part of any future DCU project if it were to come his way.

Capaldi’s endorsement of joining forces with Gunn stems from his positive experience working with the director on The Suicide Squad. He lauded Gunn’s exceptional ability to create a vibrant and enjoyable atmosphere on set, describing him as a delightful collaborator. Capaldi expressed admiration for Gunn’s artistic approach, noting that the director’s passion and sincerity give off the impression of someone crafting films in their own garage out of sheer love for the craft.

In his own words, Capaldi acknowledged, “I honestly think James is gifted, clever, and sharp, but I sometimes feel like he’s making a film in his garage.” This sentiment underscores the director’s genuine connection with the characters within the DC Universe, a sentiment that Capaldi finds commendable and distinctive in the world of commercial filmmaking.

Although Capaldi’s character, Thinker, met an unfortunate end at the hands of Starro in The Suicide Squad, the evolving nature of the DC Universe, as clarified by Gunn, opens the door for potential returns. Gunn has confirmed that events preceding Creature Commandos and Superman: Legacy will not be considered canon within the DCU, allowing for creative reinterpretations or the possibility of different actors taking on previously portrayed characters.

The discussion extends beyond Capaldi’s potential return, touching on the broader theme of character reprisals in the DCU. Notable exceptions include Viola Davis as Amanda Waller, John Cena as Peacemaker, Sean Gunn as Weasel, Freddie Stroma as Vigilante, and Xolo Maridueña as Blue Beetle, who will retain their roles in the DCU. This approach contrasts with the impending recasting of iconic characters like Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, and The Flash.

Interestingly, the fate of Margot Robbie’s portrayal of Harley Quinn remains uncertain. While Gunn has expressed his desire for Robbie to return as Harley in the DCU, the actress herself has hinted at passing on the iconic role. Robbie expressed her wish for the character to be ‘passed on to other actresses,’ drawing parallels to the continuous reinterpretation of roles like Batman and James Bond with different actors.

Gunn clarified that, despite not having recent discussions with Robbie about Harley, he would welcome her return as the beloved character, or potentially in a different role within the DCU. Gunn emphasized that, at present, there are no concrete plans for anyone else to step into the role of Harley Quinn in the DCU, aside from potential appearances in Todd Phillips’ film or animated shows.

In contrast to his openness to a DCU return, Capaldi, who once portrayed the Twelfth Doctor in Doctor Who from 2014 to 2017, expressed a lack of interest in revisiting the iconic Time Lord role in any future Doctor Who specials. The actor, a devoted Doctor Who fan since childhood, conveyed a preference for the idea that his iteration of The Doctor still exists beyond the television screen.

As fans speculate about potential developments in the DC Universe and the fate of beloved characters, Capaldi’s receptiveness to a return adds another layer to the evolving narrative. For now, The Suicide Squad, where Capaldi delivered a memorable performance, is available for streaming on Max and Netflix, keeping audiences engaged with the ever-expanding DC Universe.

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