Overview
Peter Safran is a British-American producer and studio executive who co-led DC Studios with James Gunn from late 2022 through 2026. Before that he produced major Warner Bros. titles including Aquaman and The Conjuring franchise films through The Safran Company.
At DC he focused on the business and production side while Gunn led creative direction. Their tenure covered Superman, Supergirl, Clayface and streaming series such as Peacemaker and Lanterns.
On Nov. 9, 2026, multiple trade outlets reported that Safran and Gunn are stepping down as DC Studios co-heads effective Dec. 1. In a joint statement they said they would return to creative work and remain involved as producers, including on Man of Tomorrow.
Quick Facts
- Occupation
- Producer, Studio executive
- Known for
- The Conjuring films; Aquaman; co-head of DC Studios (2022–2026)