Jason Momoa says he wants an R-rated ‘Lobo’ film, while DC plans a new onscreen chapter for the actor

Jason Momoa said he has “no interest” in pursuing a solo ‘Lobo’ movie if it is not rated R, characterizing an R rating as the minimum condition for him to move forward with the project. The comments come as Momoa prepares to return to DC on screen in a new role, with the actor indicating he has discussed the ‘Lobo’ concept with top executives at DC Studios.

In the interview, Momoa linked his interest in bringing the space-bounty-hunter character to theaters with content boundaries that would allow the character to remain aggressive and adult, rather than constrained to a more restrictive rating. He described the R rating as “it’s all I want,” while emphasizing that his level of enthusiasm depends on the film’s final rating.

Deadline reported that Momoa has had discussions with DC Studios bosses James Gunn and Peter Safran about a potential ‘Lobo’ movie. The outlet did not provide further details on the state of development, but the remarks position the project as something he is actively pressing for in executive conversations rather than a general wish list.

Momoa’s comments also frame ‘Lobo’ as part of a broader DC strategy that is taking shape around Gunn and Safran, including planned slate decisions for film and television. The actor’s latest onscreen return to the DC universe was described by Deadline as a new role connected to ‘Supergirl,’ indicating that studio priorities for continuity and casting are already moving.

While Momoa’s remarks suggest he is advocating for creative latitude, there was no indication in the report of when a ‘Lobo’ movie could reach production or whether the rating target has been formally agreed upon by the studio. A film’s rating can change during development as scripts, scenes, and editing decisions are finalized, and the report did not describe any completed screenplay or approved release plan.

The prospect of an R-rated comic-book movie also raises practical considerations for the audience and distribution pipeline, including marketing approach, theater reach, and the compliance standards used by rating boards for content like violence, language, and sexual material. For families, the rating is typically a significant factor in whether younger viewers can attend, and it can affect the shape of opening-week demographics.

If DC moves forward with a ‘Lobo’ film that targets an R rating, Momoa’s position could influence creative and production decisions, including how the character is written, staged, and edited. The report, however, left open what executives ultimately decide regarding tone and rating, as well as whether Momoa remains attached through later project milestones such as script lock and casting confirmations.

For now, Momoa’s stated preference functions as a clear benchmark tied to his participation, while the studio’s next steps remain tied to its development process under Gunn and Safran. Any further movement would likely come with announcements about the film’s production status, script progress, and casting, along with the determination of the final rating track for release planning.