News > Superman Sequel Needs Writers

Written by David Morgan

I'm sure a lot of our readers read this headline and mentally responded, "We figured that out last summer," but really, the Superman franchise actually needs some new writers. Michael Dougherty and Dan Harris have opted not to return to Bryan Singer's follow-up to Superman Returns. Variety cites that these two want to pursue their own directorial projects instead.

Dougherty and Harris are pursuing more directing gigs, with Dougherty having recently completed "Trick 'R Treat" at WB as his first pic. He's also looking to pen a graphic novel and children's book.

Harris, who had previously helmed "Imaginary Heroes," is writing and directing "I, Lucifer," based on the book, with Daniel Craig attached to star.

There's some chatter that the franchise will star anew, as though the last picture never happened. But the WB insists that they will pick up right where they left off, probably with Brandon Routh back in the tights.