Marvel's Kevin Feige supports Batgirl directors after their film is shelved

James Gunn and Edgar Wright have also sent messages of support.

By Joe Anderton

6 Aug 2022

DC fans and the industry alike were shocked this week when Warner Bros Discovery announced that it had scrapped Batgirl completely, despite it having had a reported $90 million — if not more — put into it, having had most post-production work completed, and featuring Michael Keaton returning as Batman.

In amongst all the the discussion about this means for DC and Warner Bros, one of the film's directors, Adil El Arbi, revealed that Marvel Studios boss Kevin Feige reached out to him to offer his support following the news breaking.

Arbi shared a screenshot of the email Feige sent to both him and co-director Bilall Fallah, who he also helmed episodes of Ms Marvel with, to his Instagram Stories.

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"My friends I had to reach out and let you know we are all thinking about you both. Because of the wonderful news about the wedding (congrats!) and the disappointing news about Batgirl," Feige wrote.

"Very proud of you guys and all the amazing work you do and particularly Ms Marvel of course! Can't wait to see what is next for you. Hope to see you soon."

In another Story, Arbi also revealed that Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy director James Gunn and Last Night in Soho's Edgar Wright also sent him positive messages of support.

"Your kind words and experience mean a lot and help us through this difficult period," he added.

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Leslie Grace, who played Batgirl, has also reacted to the news, stating: "I am proud of the love, hard work and intention all of our incredible cast and tireless crew put into this film over 7 months in Scotland.

"I feel blessed to have worked among absolute greats and forged relationships for a lifetime in the process!"

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