The Rock reportedly bent DC Studios to his will and ultimately got himself and Henry Cavill fired while tanking the next superhero movie at the box office.

The article discusses the tensions and creative conflicts surrounding the DC Comics characters Black Adam, Shazam, and Superman, particularly focusing on Dwayne Johnson's influence on the franchise. Johnson reportedly pressured DC Studios regarding creative decisions, including his refusal to share screen time with Zachary Levi's Shazam in a post-credits scene, which may have contributed to the underperformance of "Shazam! Fury of the Gods." The article notes that both Johnson's Black Adam and the previous Superman, Henry Cavill, were dismissed by DC Studios, leading to a broader reorganization of the DC cinematic universe under new leadership. The piece highlights the challenges facing Hollywood amid ongoing changes in the industry, including potential strikes by screenwriters over pay. [Extracted from the article]