It’s time for a brand new period of DC.
DC Studios Co-Chairmen and CEOs James Gunn and Peter Safran right now introduced plans for his or her first 10 movie and tv tasks underneath the brand new DC banner they lead throughout movie, tv, and animation.
The duo is prepping and implementing a long-term interconnected story for the long-lasting franchise and characters, and right now introduced the start of “Chapter 1” targeted on “Gods and Monsters” with 5 new movies and 5 tv sequence for HBO Max already in improvement.
“As we craft the plan for DC Studios, we are thrilled to share with fans the first 10 stories they can expect from the unified DC Universe featuring some of our most well-known characters as well as the next generation of marquee characters,” stated Safran.
“Chapter 1 tells cohesive stories that highlight love, compassion, and the innate goodness of the human spirit, all designed to minimize audience confusion and maximize audience engagement across platforms.”
Here are only a few of our plans. Up, up, and away! #DCStudios #DCU @DCComics pic.twitter.com/8XNDNLUEPq
— James Gunn (@JamesGunn) January 31, 2023
Gunn is writing Superman: Legacy, the primary movie of the brand new slate, which will probably be launched in theaters globally on July 11, 2025.
The highly-anticipated sequel The Batman – Part II is slated for release on October 3, 2025, it was additionally introduced by Gunn and Safran right now.
Gunn added: “Superman: Legacy is the true foundation of our creative vision for the DC Universe.”
“Not only is Superman an iconic part of DC lore, he is also a favorite character for comic book readers, viewers of earlier movies, and fans around the world.”
“I can’t wait to introduce our version of Superman who audiences will be able to follow and get to know across films, movies, animation and gaming.”
The upcoming slate of tasks consists of:
Film Projects
Superman: Legacy – written by Gunn, the movie will hit theaters on July 11, 2025, and give attention to Superman balancing his Kryptonian heritage together with his human upbringing.
The Authority – WildStorm characters will be a part of the DCU as members of The Authority take issues into their very own fingers to do what they imagine is true.
The Brave and the Bold – the DCU will introduce its Batman and Robin on this uncommon father-son story impressed by Grant Morrison’s comedian sequence.
Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow – this science fiction journey, which will probably be based mostly on Tom King’s wonderful, award-winning current comics tales, presents a Supergirl viewers aren’t used to seeing.
Swamp Thing – the movie will examine the darkish origins of Swamp Thing.
Television Projects for HBO Max.
Creature Commandos – a seven-episode animated present by which Amanda Waller creates a black ops group out of monstrous prisoners; Gunn wrote all of the episodes of the primary season.
Waller – starring Viola Davis, this sequence options Team Peacemaker and will probably be written by Christal Henry (Watchmen) and Jeremy Carver (Supernatural).
Booster Gold – Booster Gold makes use of primary know-how from the long run to faux to be a superhero in current day.
Lanterns – this huge TV occasion sequence follows intergalactic cops John Stewart and Hal Jordan as they uncover a darkish thriller.
Paradise Lost - set in Themyscira, dwelling of the Amazons and birthplace of Wonder Woman, this drama focuses on the genesis and political intrigue of an island of all girls.
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