The CW's DC experiment is over, and FOX's Gotham hasn't quite hit the mark. However, The Penguin soared, becoming a landmark achievement in DC adaptations. What's next for the DC Universe? Peacemaker and Gunn have delivered the absurd, crossover-filled content that Black Label comic fans craved.
Here's a rundown of upcoming DC series and animated projects:
Table of Contents
- Creature Commandos Season 2
- Peacemaker Season 2
- Paradise Lost
- Booster Gold
- Waller
- Lanterns
- Dynamic Duo
Creature Commandos Season 2
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Max has officially renewed Creature Commandos for a second season, following the critical acclaim of its December 5th premiere. Peter Safran and James Gunn expressed their excitement, citing the success of Peacemaker, The Penguin, and Creature Commandos' record-breaking debut. This unique DCU series, created by Gunn, features a supernatural military unit led by Rick Flag, battling with lycanthropes, vampires, mythological creatures, and a reanimated horror. The show expertly blends action, supernatural elements, and dark humor. It boasts an impressive 7.8 IMDb rating and a 95% Rotten Tomatoes score, exploring themes of transformation, solidarity, and identity. The stellar cast includes Indira Varma, Sean Gunn, Alan Tudyk, Zoë Chao, David Harbour, and Frank Grillo.
Peacemaker Season 2
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Release Date: August 2025 (Projected)
John Cena, in a September 2024 interview with Variety, discussed the extended production of Peacemaker Season 2 and its integration into the revamped DCU under Gunn and Safran. While remaining tight-lipped on specifics, Cena emphasized the deliberate, quality-over-speed approach. The extended timeline reflects a focus on seamless integration within the larger DC narrative, prioritizing cohesive storytelling over rushed production. Filming is underway.
Paradise Lost
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Paradise Lost is a dramatic exploration of Themyscira's origins, preceding Wonder Woman. Peter Safran envisions a Game of Thrones-esque political drama within this all-female society, exploring both its light and dark sides. Currently in early development (script refinement), Gunn's confirmation of "very active development" suggests significant progress.
Booster Gold
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Booster Gold follows Michael Jon Carter, a time-traveling athlete from the future, who uses his knowledge and technology to create a heroic persona in the present. While details are scarce, Gunn recently stated on the Happy Sad Confused podcast that the script is still undergoing revisions to meet the studio's high standards before production begins.
Waller
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Waller, starring Viola Davis, will chronicle events after Peacemaker Season 2. Gunn, speaking to Deadline, explained the scheduling, prioritizing Superman projects. The series features Watchmen's Christal Henry and Doom Patrol's Jeremy Carver as writers, retaining the core Peacemaker cast. Steve Agee confirmed the studio's commitment to quality over speed.
Lanterns
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HBO's Lanterns (originally slated for Max) will consist of eight episodes. The series boasts writers Chris Mundy, Damon Lindelof, and Tom King, with James Hawes directing. Ulrich Thomsen joins the cast as Sinestro, alongside Kyle Chandler and Aaron Pierre. The story focuses on Hal Jordan and John Stewart investigating a murder that reveals a larger conspiracy. Gunn described it as a terrestrial, True Detective-style investigation, integral to the overall DCU narrative.
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Dynamic Duo
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DC Studios and Swaybox Studios are collaborating on Dynamic Duo, an animated film focusing on Dick Grayson and Jason Todd. Variety highlights the exploration of their friendship and diverging paths. The animation will utilize innovative "Momo animation" techniques combining CGI, stop-motion, and performance capture, directed by Arthur Mintz with a screenplay by Matthew Aldrich. Gunn's announcement included a collaboration with Matt Reeves' production company.
