New DC Universe set pH๏τos provide a closer look at the тιтular villain in the upcoming Clayface movie. While the Batman mythology is making its way into the DCU timeline, audience members will actually see one of the Caped Crusader’s famous supervillains before the hero’s solo film.
One of DC Studios’ 2026 projects that is currently being filmed is the Clayface movie, focusing on the famous shapeshifting foe, with a script by Mike Flanagan. James Watkins is directing Clayface, which stars Tom Rhys Harries in the leading role.
As production continues on the 2026 installment, Daily Mail has landed several new pH๏τos of Harries from the set of the DCU film, which is being filmed in Liverpool, U.K. While he is the only prominent actor spotted in the pH๏τos, it’s how Harries looks that is garnering a lot of attention.
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The set images feature Harries’ character — who is rumored to be DC’s Matt Hagen, but has yet to be confirmed by DC Studios — sporting a horrific mask to cover up the damage from the accident. The scene that they were filming has Harries’ character trying to dodge the swarm of reporters wanting him to make a statement.
@JackkDoylee also shared several pH๏τos of a detailed Gotham map, referencing several key locations from Bruce Wayne’s city in the DC canon. Listings include Wayne Manor, Arkham Asylum, Crime Alley, Iceberg Lounge, Wayne Industries, and Blackgate Penitentiary.
What The New Clayface Set PH๏τos Mean
Based on the latest images, the mask is likely the result of what was seen in previous Clayface set pH๏τos, where Harries’ character has gone through his accident and is seemingly being rushed to the hospital. This also leans towards the horror aspect of the DCU entry before it leans more into the monstrous elements of the plot.
The story is reportedly focusing on an actor who is trying to stay relevant in Hollywood, which would explain why he would be surrounded by reporters, especially if he is now disfigured. This scene could also be prior to him getting his shapeshifting powers, which is why he is hiding behind a mask for the time being.
Our Take On The New Clayface Set PH๏τos
The R-rated horror adventure already looks like one of the most promising projects from the DCU’s Chapter 1: “Gods and Monsters,” but it also seems to add something new to the comic book film genre. The concept of a Hollywood actor who is trying to maintain his fame, but with a DC twist to it, allows the film to stand out from other superhero stories.
Watkins’ comic book installment is also allowing James Gunn’s franchise to build out the world of Gotham City, including references to the Joker and other fun Easter eggs. As Clayface continues principal pH๏τography, future set pH๏τos and videos will likely reveal even more about the film in the setting.
