AceShowbiz - Aaron Paul has joined the cast of the upcoming DC movie Clayface in a minor, unspecified role. The film is directed by James Watkins and is scheduled for release in theaters on October 23, 2024.

The movie stars Tom Rhys Harries as Matt Hagen, the actor who transforms into the shapeshifting villain Clayface after a violent attack and experimental treatment. The film is part of DC Studios’ new chapter titled Gods and Monsters, which James Gunn has described as a pure horror story with elements of psychological and body horror. The story explores themes of trauma, identity loss, and physical breakdown, making it one of the darkest entries in the DC Universe slate. Other cast members include Naomi Ackie, Max Minghella, and Eddie Marsan, with producers such as Matt Reeves, James Gunn, Peter Safran, and Lynn Harris attached to the project.

Aaron Paul is best known for his breakout role as Jesse Pinkman in the critically acclaimed drama series Breaking Bad, which aired for five seasons on AMC. He has recently appeared in shows like Westworld and the animated series Invincible. His involvement in Clayface would mark his entry into James Gunn’s DC Universe.

This casting highlights DC’s expanding approach to genre and storytelling within its cinematic universe, blending superhero elements with horror. Clayface stands out as a fresh and unsettling take, signaling a broader creative direction that includes psychological and body horror themes, distinguishing it from traditional superhero fare and Matt Reeves’ Batman Crime Saga.