Gunn, Snyder Cameo in Rick and Morty Episode

James Gunn and Zack Snyder made cameo appearances as animated versions of themselves in Rick and Morty Season 8, Episode 7, 'Ricker Than Fiction,' which aired on July 6, 2025. Gunn is portrayed as the director of the in-universe movie 'Maximum Velocitree,' and the episode features a humorous cafeteria exchange highlighting the directors' differing approaches to Superman. Both filmmakers enthusiastically participated, laughing at jokes about themselves and expressing their genuine fandom for the show. Executive producer Scott Marder noted that securing their involvement was straightforward, with both Warner Bros. and the directors supportive of the meta-humor. The episode satirizes Hollywood franchise filmmaking and continues Rick and Morty's tradition of celebrity cameos and meta pop-culture commentary. Fans particularly enjoyed the directors' playful interaction, which became a highlight of the episode.