The upcoming DC movies may be getting a complete overhaul, according to The Hollywood Reporter. James Gunn and Peter Safran have been named the new architects of the DCU, which is pretty exciting. We came up with 5 ways James Gunn can save the DC Universe. However, Gunn is reportedly already making big changes to the upcoming DC movies slate. Here’s a rundown of all the upcoming DC movies, including ones that are still in the early stages of development. You’ll need to see these on the big screen though or risk FOMO. HBO Max is no longer guaranteed to these films 45 days after they are released in theaters.
Upcoming DC movies with release dates
Shazam! Fury of the Gods (March 17, 2023) The first movie, starring Zachary Levi as the titular superhero, was a hit, so DC naturally placed a sequel on the fast track. The pandemic slowed things down, but the movie is going forward. The main cast, including the teen actors, will return. And joining the fold are Helen Mirren as the villain Hespera and Lucy Liu as Kalypso. The Flash (June 16, 2023) The Ezra Miller vehicle has been in the works for a long while, with directors joining and leaving the project through a revolving door. But IT’s Andy Muschietti has finally taken the helm. And he’s bringing the multiverse to the DC Extended Universe, with both Michael Keaton and Ben Affleck returning as their versions of Batman. The Flash is also bringing Supergirl into the mix, played by Sasha Calle. Blue Beetle (August 18, 2023) DC’s first Latino superhero movie features Cobra Kai’s Xolo Maridueña as Mexican-American teen Jaime Reyes, who gains superpowers after bonding with an alien scarab. Angel Manuel Soto directs off Gareth Dunnet-Alocer’s script. Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom (December 25, 2023) James Wan’s Aquaman became the highest grossing DC movie of all time, so a sequel was a no-brainer. All major cast members are back, including Jason Momoa as Arthur Curry/Aquaman, Amber Heard as Mera, Patrick Wilson as Orm, and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as Black Manta. Filming begins this summer.
Upcoming DC movies in development
Man of Steel 2 Not official or confirmed, but Henry Cavill has been rumored to return for Man of Steel 2. However, Gunn’s changes have left that up in the air. Untitled Superman reboot Ta-Nehisi Coates is attached to write the script, with J.J. Abrams producing. Warner Bros. reportedly is looking for a Black director and a Black star to play the Man of Steel. Wonder Woman 3 Patty Jenkins was set to write and direct, with Gal Gadot on board to reprise her role as Diana Prince. However, reports indicate this project may not move forward. Supergirl A film centered on Kara Zor-El / Supergirl, starring Sasha Calle, who will be introduced as the character in The Flash (2022). Zatanna The powerful sorceress may finally get the spotlight. Promising Young Woman writer/director Emerald Fennell is attached to write the script, and the movie will be produced by J.J. Abrams’ Bad Robot production company. Blackhawk Could Steven Spielberg really direct a superhero movie? It’s possible! He’s producing this adaptation of the comic that follows a team of ace World War I pilots. And he just may decide to step in as director, too. Nightwing Director Chris McKay (LEGO Batman Movie) is attached to direct based on a script by Bill Dubuque. However, very little has happened with the project since 2018. Untitled Jared Leto Joker Movie Also back in 2018, Warner Bros. revealed it planned to make a standalone Joker movie starring Leto (separate from the one starring Joaquin Phoenix). But it’s unclear if it’s actually moving forward. Justice League Dark This project, which revolves around the tititular team that battles magical and supernatural forces, has been kicking around since 2016. Guillermo del Toro and Doug Liman have both come and gone. The latest news is that J.J. Abrams’ Bad Robot Productions is developing ideas for a Justice League Dark universe, starting with an HBO Max TV series.
