CM Punk Teases Hollywood Reunion With John Cena in DC Universe, Says It Feels “Inevitable”
CM Punk’s WWE career is stronger than ever, but the World Heavyweight Champion has his eyes set on something much bigger than the ring — the DC Universe.
With filmmaker James Gunn now steering the rebooted DCU, wrestling fans have already seen one familiar face thrive on the superhero stage. John Cena’s Peacemaker has become a breakout hit, even earning a cameo in Gunn’s recent Superman film and a major role in upcoming DC projects.
Now, CM Punk wants in — and not just anywhere. He wants to reunite with Cena.
Punk, who has quietly been building his acting résumé with roles in films like Night Patrol and Netflix’s The Bodyguard, recently opened up about his Hollywood ambitions. Speaking with MovieWeb, Punk admitted that the idea of sharing the screen with his longtime WWE rival is something he can’t ignore.
He suggested that working with Cena again isn’t a matter of “if,” but “when.”
Punk compared James Gunn’s approach to casting to professional wrestling booking, explaining that everything comes down to vision and timing. If Gunn sees a role that fits Punk, the champion says he’s more than willing to step up and make it happen.
For Punk, teaming up with Cena in the DC Universe would be more than just another acting job — it would be a full-circle moment. Their rivalry defined an era in WWE, and the chance to continue that legacy on the big screen feels like a dream scenario.
While Hollywood talks continue, Punk’s immediate focus remains firmly on WWE. He’s set to defend the World Heavyweight Championship against Finn Bálor on the January 19 episode of Raw, proving that for now, the ring still comes first — even as the DC Universe looms on the horizon.
