Gunn Expects Harley Quinn in DCU, Robbie’s Return Uncertain

James Gunn says he expects to use Harley Quinn in the DCU, but Margot Robbie’s return is not settled and depends on whether she wants to play the character again. Gunn said he would work to make Robbie’s return fit the new universe; if she declines, he may cast another actor. Gunn discussed the character on The Suicide Squad Is It Canon? The Official Podcast, where he and co-hosts Jennifer Holland and Steve Agee considered which parts of his 2021 film carry over into the DCU. He described Harley as one of the more difficult elements to place in the new continuity because her history is closely connected to the Joker, who has not yet been established in that universe. Gunn said he likes working with Robbie and praised her portrayal, while acknowledging he does not know whether she wants to reprise the role. He said Harley is a character he is almost certain to use, and that he would make a substantial effort to explain Robbie’s version within the DCU if she is interested. Otherwise, he said, he might choose another actor, which would allow him more flexibility about how the character’s past is handled. The discussion also addressed the status of The Suicide Squad, which was...