The planned television series based on DC Comics' Booster Gold character will not be moving forward, writer David Jenkins announced via social media. Jenkins, who previously created "Our Flag Means Death" for HBO, had been attached to the project, which was originally announced as part of DC Studios' "Chapter One: Gods and Monsters" slate.
Jenkins revealed the news on Meta's Threads platform, stating, "My Booster Gold won’t be moving forward." He had inherited the project from Danny McBride, who was previously attached to write it. Jenkins' update echoes sentiments from actors who have similarly moved on from other high-profile projects, such as Mahershala Ali's departure from Marvel's "Blade" film.
It remains unclear if DC Studios, led by James Gunn and Peter Safran, intends to pursue a "Booster Gold" series with a different creative team. The character, whose real name is Michael Jon Carter, first appeared in 1986's "Booster Gold" #1. Created by Dan Jurgens, Booster Gold is a former football star from the 25th century who travels to the present day, using his future knowledge and technology to gain fame and fortune as a superhero. He has been a member of both the Justice League International and the Justice Society of America, often appearing alongside his friend Blue Beetle.
This development marks another shift in the evolving DC Universe slate. Several projects initially announced for "Chapter One," including "The Authority," "Waller," and "Paradise Lost," have reportedly been shelved or changed. DC Studios has, however, moved forward with other projects like "Superman," "Supergirl," and the animated series "Creature Commandos." Upcoming DCU projects include "Lanterns," "Clayface," and a "Superman" sequel titled "Man of Tomorrow," slated for July 2027, alongside a show focusing on Jimmy Olsen and Gorilla Grodd.