Goodwin's Universe: Chapter One
| Goodwin's Universe: Chapter One | |
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| DC Studios logo modeled after the "DC Bullet" design introduced in 1977 | |
| Based on | Characters from DC Characters from Marvel |
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| Starring | See below |
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Release date | 2025 |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Chapter One is the upcoming first slate of content for the Goodwin's Universe (GWU), which is scheduled to begin in January 2025. It is a media franchise and shared universe with shortfilms. The GWU was created by Freddie Goodwin with the help of the production company Mob Productions and the producer company SOI Studios. Chapter One is set to have eleven installments, with one releasing each month except for December 2025. Chapter One will begin with Clash of Minds, which is scheduled to be released in January 2025, as the beginning of the GWU. The feature films in this chapter are produced both by Marvel Studios and DC Studios alongside Mob Productions, SOI Studios, and Warner Bros. Pictures.
The films of the chapter are Clash of Minds, starring Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, Web of Shadows, Gods Among Mortals, Shadows of Gotham, Broken Alliances, and Goodwinverse: Assembled.
Background
Early work (2019)
In 2019, a script for a film based on Superman had been given to Mob Productions to go through and develop.[1] However, the script was rejected due to poor writing.[2] SOI Studios joined as producers and said they will ensure the quality is as good as can be.[3][4]
Development
Writer/director Freddie Goodwin announced in March 2022 that they were building their own universe with films and "even shorter films called 'Fragments', which will reveal more about the lore of the GWU". Goodwin announced that he has worked with a dozen other people on making each installment. By June 2022, Robert Downey Jr. revealed he had been approached by Goodwin about starring in multiple films in his universe, which he agreed to do so as long as he portrays a "cool" character. By August of that year, Goodwin began work on a shortfilm based on two characters. He decided to choose a character from both DC Comics (Luthor) and Marvel Comics (Stark). Before starting work on the film, Goodwin was joined by Alex Brow, who joined him in writing the screenplay. Brow described the film as a "great way to kick things off", and stated Chapter One will be one of the "biggest things in the film industry". Filming began in March 2024 and concluded in May of that year. Reshoots occured throughout the remainder of 2024 with everything being finished by November 2024. With production finished for Clash of Minds, Goodwin announced that they have thought of everything and hoped that people would be excited for the first film. Concurrently, Brow had already begun writing a new film based on Spider-Man, called Web of Shadows and was announced to be set in the same universe as Clash of Minds.
Brow had discussed on multiple occasions that he had worked on making sure Web of Shadows didn't "ruin the experience" for those who didn't see Clash of Minds; but stated he is commited to make sure Web of Shadows makes it clear that the events of Clash of Minds isn't ignored. By March 2023, Goodwin announced that he has plans to introduce the characters The Flash, Superman, and Captain America into the GWU. Goodwin stated he had looked through all the storylines the team had already planned for the GWU and said these characters are a must in order to have it be a "success". Discussing the potential of the storyline falling apart and becoming a "mess", Goodwin stated he has multiple backup plans to ensure the GWU is a quality he wishes it to be and never less of that said quality.
Films
| Film | U.S. release date | Director | Screenwriter(s) | Producer(s) | Status |
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| Clash of Minds | January 17, 2025 | Freddie Goodwin | Freddie Goodwin & Alex Brow | Freddie Goodwin & Mob Productions | Post-production |
| Web of Shadows | February 15, 2025 | Alex Brow | Filming | ||
| Gods Among Mortals | March 13, 2025 | Natalie Kingsley | |||
| Shadows of Gotham | April 24, 2025 | Rebecca Wells | |||
| Broken Alliances | May 19, 2025 | Quentin Hart | Pre-production | ||
| Goodwinverse: Assembled | November 2025 | Freddie Goodwin | Alex Brow, Freddie Goodwin, Rebecca Wells, and Natalie Kingsley | ||
Clash of Minds (2025)
Lex Luthor and Tony Stark are both invited to a secretive tech summit hosted by a mysterious benefactor. The two egos clash in a battle of intellect, culminating in a high-tech duel after discovering that the summit was a trap orchestrated by Victor Von Doom to pit them against each other.
In October 2022, Goodwin began work on a shortfilm based on two characters. He decided to choose a character from both DC Comics (Luthor) and Marvel Comics (Stark). Before starting work on the film, Goodwin was joined by Alex Brow, who joined him in writing the screenplay. Brow described the film as a "great way to kick things off", and stated Chapter One will be one of the "biggest things in the film industry". Filming began in March 2024 and concluded in May of that year. Reshoots occured throughout the remainder of 2024 with everything being finished by November 2024. The film stars Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, respectively. It was announced that Superman would appear in the film in a cameo.
Clash of Minds will be released in the United States on January 17, 2025, as the first film of Chapter One of the GWU.
Web of Shadows (2025)
While investigating a string of robberies in Blüdhaven, Nightwing encounters Spider-Man chasing the same criminal. Initially mistaken as rivals, the two team up to stop a deadly alliance between Black Cat and Catwoman.
Web of Shadows will be released in the United States on February 15, 2025, as the second film of Chapter One of the GWU.
Gods Among Mortals (2025)
When a portal between Asgard and Themyscira opens unexpectedly, Thor and Wonder Woman face off due to misunderstandings. However, they must join forces to prevent Ares and Loki from unleashing chaos in both realms.
Gods Among Mortals will be released in the United States on March 13, 2025, as the third film of Chapter One of the GWU.
Shadows of Gotham (2025)
Batman and Daredevil independently investigate a series of brutal murders in Gotham. Their paths cross when they realize the killings are orchestrated by Wilson Fisk working alongside Carmine Falcone. Together, they fight through the criminal underworld to bring both kingpins down.
Shadows of Gotham will be released in the United States on April 24, 2025, as the fourth film of Chapter One of the GWU.
Broken Alliances (2025)
Superman and Captain America are transported to a dystopian alternate Earth where heroes are enslaved by an oppressive regime led by Red Skull and General Zod. The two form an inspiring alliance to liberate the heroes and restore hope to this shattered world.
Broken Alliances will be released in the United States on May 19, 2025, as the fifth film of Chapter One of the GWU.
Fragments
| Year | Video | Release Date |
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| 2025 | Tony Stark's Assault | January 1, 2025 |
| TBA | February 2025 | |
| TBA | March 2025 | |
| TBA | April 2025 | |
| TBA | May 2025 |
Tony Stark's Assault (2025)
Tony Stark's Assault is an upcoming Goodwin's Universe (GWU) Fragment and is part of Chapter One of the GWU.
Timeline
Recurring cast and characters
Reception
Critical response
Public response
See also
References
- ↑ Johnson, Eric (May 1, 2019). "Superman Film Script Submitted to Mob Productions". Hollywood Reporter. THR Publishing. Retrieved December 27, 2024.
A script for a Superman film was submitted to Mob Productions for development.
- ↑ Clark, Emma (July 15, 2019). "Superman Film Script Rejected by Mob Productions". Variety. Variety Media. Retrieved December 27, 2024.
The Superman script was rejected due to writing quality issues.
- ↑ Stewart, Paul (August 10, 2019). "SOI Studios Joins Superman Film as Producers". Deadline. Penske Media. Retrieved December 27, 2024.
SOI Studios announced they would produce the Superman film to ensure high quality.
- ↑ Taylor, Rachel (September 1, 2019). "SOI Studios Promises Quality for Superman Film". IGN. IGN Entertainment. Retrieved December 27, 2024.
SOI Studios promised to improve the quality of the Superman project.
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