James Gunn's 'BrightBurn' to release on May 24, 2019

James Gunn's horror project "BrightBurn", which was scheduled to release on November 30, will now release on May 24, 2019.

Sony announced the title and change in the release date of the film on Monday, reports variety.com.

"BrightBurn" will feature actors Elizabeth Banks, Jackson Dunn, David Denman, Meredith Hagner and Matt Jones.

Penned by his brother Brian and cousin Mark, the film is being helmed by David Yarovesky.

James had been set to appear on a panel to discuss the project at San Diego Comic-Con in July, but his appearance was cancelled after news broke that Disney had fired him as director of "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3" due to offensive tweets.

(With inputs from agencies.)