Daniel Craig's debut within the DC Universe will have to wait.
The actor has exited Sgt. Rock, the DC Studios project that would have seen him reteam with Queer director Luca Guadagnino. The film has a completed script from Challengers and Queer scribe Justin Kuritzkes.
Studios have long tried to bring Sgt. Rock to the big screen. Created by Robert Kanigher and Joe Kubert, the World War II-themed character made his comic debut in 1959. Both Arnold Schwarzenegger and Bruce Willis have, at one point, been circling similar projects. Guadagnino's film is the closest the character has come to reaching the finish line.
While there are still uncertainties around Craig's sudden departure, many are pointing to scheduling issues with his expansive slate and that of his wife, Oscar-winning actress Rachel Weisz. Others have cited the disappointing reception of Queer, both at the box office and its failure to garner traction during the award season race.
Supposedly, interest has already made its way to other actors. With a hopefully shoot to begin this summer, DC will need to move fast to keep this film on schedule.
