The Release the Ayer Cut movement has paid off according to a recent update from Suicide Squad director David Ayer and fans only have James Gunn to thank for it. The filmmaker continues to share behind-the-scenes stills like Jared Leto‘s Joker from his 2016 DC Film to sate fans’ desire for the director’s cut. While the Ayer cut is TBA and does not have a release date, it seems like it will have land one sooner or later.
The Ayer cut might finally have its Snyder cut moment though its unclear when it may exactly happen. David Ayer faces criticism on a daily basis for continuing to strive for Ayer Cut’s release. However, the detractors pale in comparison to the huge wave of supporters who continue to hound Warner Bros. Discovery and the DC Studios CEO James Gunn for the 2016’s Suicide Squad directors cut.
Ayer has mostly responded to the fan movement #ReleasetheAyerCut by sharing never before seen looks of Joker. Recently, the filmmaker released another such image of the clown prince of crime though a user on Twitter/X called it out as an image that was already shared in 2016.
David posted a long message on Twitter detailing his experience in trying “to navigate this situation with grace”. The director got candid about the “genuine curiosity and interest” from one section of the DCU fandom while “another group of people that have fun mocking the film”. Even so, David chose to highlight how the 2016 film continues to draw cinephiles into a discussion.
What’s your advice on how to navigate this situation with grace? There’s a genuine curiosity and interest from a lot of people. And I’m aware of there is another group of people that have fun mocking the film. Your comment is a perfect example of how many are magnetically drawn… https://t.co/QZTZGUInAS
— David Ayer (@DavidAyerMovies) August 7, 2023
Sounds like he saying the #ayercut is coming https://t.co/CuD2pT8Uwj
— SyL ☕ (@sylabdul) August 7, 2023
David & James have indeed spoken about the eventual release of the cut! @DavidAyerMovies let me in on a few details a while back regarding it’s situation and things are positive behind the scenes 👍 I won’t say too much more but now this is out there! #ReleaseTheAyerCut https://t.co/H7oNh1V0Pp
— The Ayer Cut (@CutAyer) August 7, 2023
Is this confirmation that we will eventually see ‘David Ayer’s Suicide Squad’
Because HOLY SHIT if true. https://t.co/x0tjtk6BD6
— Christian Browne (@EazyBreezy901) August 7, 2023
He is always such a gentleman. I hope @JamesGunn promises are kept, because many of us who love David’s work as a Director in the past, want to see his TRUE vision for this film. It’s an integrity matter. The below ⬇️ shows what kind of man David is. Take example. https://t.co/RfaSQfnPcN
— Lis.Wonder 🇨🇺 (@LisWonder1) August 7, 2023
I hope @JamesGunn is a man of his word👀🤞 #ReleaseTheAyerCut
It needs to be shared for all those who want to see it! @wbd https://t.co/LnmyPktJhN pic.twitter.com/wTTfwGWxC4
— Southcaliguy87 #ReleaseTheAyerCut (@DarkKnightsFan) August 7, 2023
We definitely need that AYER CUT of Suicide Squad!#SellSnyderVerseToNetflix #SellZSJLtoNetflix @netflix https://t.co/xczoePBqwX pic.twitter.com/UWkkwrQe2j
— The Nu Geekz (@TheNuGeekz) August 7, 2023
Alex Ross posted this about 3 times now over the past days 😂
He really wants that Ayer Cut 👏🙌#ReleaseTheAyerCut @thealexrossart https://t.co/y5L7AxSoCy
— The Ayer Cut (@CutAyer) August 6, 2023
While acknowledging the organic and real interest in the cut, he revealed “Gunn told me it would have it’s time to be shared.” But added that he first deserves to launch his DCU “without more drama about old projects”.
Unlike the Snyder cut, the butchering of Suicide Squad by the past regime at WB occurred while Ayer was still in charge. The studio interference drastically changed the outcome, casting away parts of the film of what the earlier regime’s executives felt were darker and more serious tones. The end result was a theatrical cut featuring quips and unnecessary light-hearted tone moments that didn’t align with the larger context.
Since then, David Ayer has actively campaigned for his version of the Task Force X ensemble flick. Gunn, for his part – acknowledged the #ReleasetheAyercut movement in the initial days of hiring to lead the DCU brand. In addition, the Fury director has also been supportive of Gunn while also clashing with the DCU chief’s detractors.
Recently, both Ayer and Snyder offered their voice to amplify Blue Beetle‘s social media exposure, a marketing move that hints at DC Studios’ efforts to mend their relationship with the two directors.
“It will have its time to be shared” 👀#ReleaseTheAyerCut https://t.co/ucC1hHt9pu pic.twitter.com/RvCNxryiLJ
— The Batfleck Movie #MakeTheBatfleckMovie (@BatfleckMovie) August 7, 2023
This is tricky for Gunn and WB because they want to start a new cinematic universe but if they release the Ayer Cut and it is actually a much better version of the film, they add more fuel to a fire that is, technically, already extinguished. https://t.co/sZt5npoNfE
— Ben @ distinct chatter (@distinctchat) August 7, 2023
This is a man who cares about his craft he worked hard on this film. Zack and David have gotten such unjustified hatred and distain from a certain subsection of human beings that enjoy being spiteful and negative to true visionaries. We just want the art please #ReleaseTheAyerCut https://t.co/qHr79f9bRY
— Sunny Atwal (@GothamsFavSun) August 7, 2023
I believe it's only a matter of time till Gunn helps Ayer release his cut https://t.co/YGilmM1jLY
— Chris Wong-Swenson⚡ (@pingpongflix) August 7, 2023
When you hire a Director no matter what you should let them see their vision to its full completion good or bad. I believe David Ayer when he says his cut is better then Studio Cut. Cuz his cut is what Comic Con First Look Pitched. What performers signed on. #ReleaseTheAyerCut https://t.co/1FfRoWC7ZU
— Charles Fernandez ᴮᴸᴹ #StanJosephineLangford (@movie_charles) August 7, 2023
Once again……it’s not a question of “if,” but “when” it happens. It’s only a matter of time.
Especially if Gunn’s DCU takes off the way he’s hoping it will and he becomes the studio’s darling they can’t say no to. #ReleaseTheAyerCut https://t.co/FbjyX8nfgI
— FliteCast (@TheFliteCast) August 7, 2023
In any case, the current priority remains on kicking off DCU’s Gods and Monsters and it starts with Superman: Legacy as much as Gunn states Blue Beetle is the first DCU character. The reception for Gunn’s reboot Superman project will likely pave the way for his future leadership decisions.
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