Andy Muschietti, the director behind the DC Extended Universe's "The Flash," has openly discussed the film's disappointing box office performance. In an interview with Radio Tu, translated by Variety, Muschietti pointed out that a significant factor in the movie's failure was the lack of broad appeal, particularly noting that "a lot of people just don’t care about the Flash as a character." This lack of interest, especially among the "four quadrants" of moviegoers — males under 25, males over 25, females under 25, and females over 25 — did not justify the film's hefty $200 million budget. Muschietti emphasized the industry's expectation to attract a wide audience, including even "your grandmother," when investing such a significant amount in a movie.

Muschietti's candid reflection also touched on the specific disinterest from the two female quadrants, which he discovered through private conversations. This insight suggests that the film struggled to connect with a diverse audience, contributing to its commercial struggles. Additionally, Muschietti hinted at "all the other reasons" for the film's failure, which likely include its poor critical reception, heavy reliance on CGI, the controversial use of deceased actors' likenesses without family consent, and its release at the tail end of the now-defunct DCEU.

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Despite the setbacks with "The Flash," DC Studios has continued to show confidence in Muschietti. He is reportedly set to helm "The Brave and the Bold," the inaugural Batman film in the newly rebooted DC Universe under the direction of James Gunn and Peter Safran. This move indicates that while "The Flash" may have stumbled, Muschietti's vision and talent are still valued within the evolving landscape of DC's cinematic offerings.