According to IndieWire, Gunn and Safran's exit was partly "about cost-cutting" as Skydance aimed to achieve $6 billion in annual savings over three years. The financial struggles of Warner Bros.' film unit, including losses from the 2026 film "Supergirl," contributed to their dismissal.
Sources indicated that "Supergirl," which lost $135 million, was a key factor in their removal. However, Gunn denied claims that Skydance had reviewed "Man of Tomorrow," stating no Skydance representatives had seen the film as of November 2026.