“I haven’t seen the best version”: 8 years ago this superhero movie was a big flop… is a director’s cut still possible?

His name was associated with the project, but it wasn’t the version of him that we were able to see on the screen: in 2016, we discovered Suicide Squad, David Ayer’s superhero film about DC Comics villains – almost. Although the feature film was a failure, the filmmaker made it clear that he wanted his own version of the film to see the light of day, suggesting that what we saw did not reflect his vision…

David Ayerwho has long talked about releasing a Director’s Cut version of his feature film, took to social media in early December to share a fan image promoting the possible release of the director’s personal take on the film – once again proving that he will do it. Be more than willing to give your side of the story.

remind you Suicide Squad Focuses on the DC Comics villains reunited and stars Will Smith as Deadshot, Jared Leto as The Joker, Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn, Joel Kinnaman as Rick Flag and Viola Davis as Amanda Waller.

“I hope one day my real movie can be shared,” Iyer posted on X (formerly Twitter) along with a picture. “I appreciate your continued support and interest”He continued, adding the hashtag #ReleaseTheAyerCut.

When a social media user responded that Ayer wouldn’t need to release his own version if the original film was good on its own, the filmmaker responded:I just haven’t seen the best version. I know how hard it is for someone outside the industry to understand how incredibly different versions of a movie can be. If you don’t like what you see, here’s a chance to see what I really had planned and judge after you have all the information.“

is this possible

Ayer, who directed the Jason Statham thriller The Beekeeper this year, later admitted he wasn’t sure Warner Bros. Or the current DC studio directors, James Gunn and Peter Safran, would be willing to release a version of it. Suicide Squad. Gunn himself directed the 2021 sequel, Suicide Squad, with Robbie, Kinnaman and Davis returning alongside newcomers Idris Elba and John Cena.

“I honestly don’t know if WB will ever release my version– writes Iyer. “And I have to rely on James and the studio to manage it as they see fit. It’s not something I control. I just think it would be a lot of fun for anyone who wants to see it to see my version. If it’s not for you, I understand. We all have different tastes, likes and dislikes.“

The filmmaker later responded to a user who posted that his version would probably be released not too long after the original film: “If that happens, cool. If it doesn’t, that’s cool. It’s just not that deep. I think you deserve to see it and be the judge. If it’s not for you, that’s fine.“

The Snyder case

David Ayer He’s reportedly hoping to follow up on 2017’s Justice League , which was directed by Zack Snyder, but Joss Whedon finished after the former’s departure. After fans were encouraged by the hashtag #ReleaseTheSnyderCut, HBO Max released Zack Snyder’s Justice League in 2021, offering four hours of the director’s work — and this time to rave reviews… a word to the wise.

in 2016, Suicide Squad It grossed $749 million at the worldwide box office, but was widely considered a disappointment by fans.

David Ayer Would he be lucky enough to offer the version he would create? to continue

Meanwhile, the film is available on the Max platform.