The new DCU was officially announced this Tuesday, January 31, 2023. Here is the list of all confirmed movies and series. There are some very promising things in the crowd.
Can Warner Bros still keep up with the giant MCU? The American company tries everything for everything by creating their new DCU. At the helm of this gigantic and dangerous project: James Gunn (Guardians of the Galaxy) and Peter Safran. During a press conference, the duo revealed their vision for the years to come. Here are all of the projects that will make up Phase 1 of the new DCU.
All new DCU projects
The new DCU is on the way. Three months after the duo were named heads of the newly formed DC Studios, the duo have finally lifted the veil on the first 10 films and television series that will make up this new expanded and rebooted universe. All are part of what they call the first part of DCU Chapter 1, darkly titled Gods and Monsters. »
The projects cover all comics, with emblematic superheroes such as Superman, Batman and Robin or even Green Lantern, but the new heads of the DC universes also bet on names unknown to the general public such as Booster Gold or Swamp Thing ( The Swamp creatures). ” The DCU exists as a multiverse, but all of these projects take place in a single universe said Peter Saffron. ” It’s unprecedented. This is the first time that everything related to DC – movies, television, live action, animation, video games – has been centralized into one creative vision, that of James and myself. “, he added. What exactly are they? Here’s the full list:
- Superman: Legacy (movie)
- The Authority (movie)
- Batman The Brave and the Bold (movie)
- Supergirl: Tomorrow’s Woman (movie)
- The Swamp Thing (movie)
- Creature Commands (series)
- Waller (series)
- lanterns (series)
- Paradise Lost (series)
- Booster Gold (Series)
The new DCU is still in its infancy, with no director affiliated with the following projects. However, the duo claim they are close to signing some without giving further details. No actor has yet been found for these projects, with the exception of Viola Davis, who will reprise her role as Amanda Waller.
Batman & Robin, Superman, all DCU movies
The first phase of the new DCU begins with the introduction of 5 new movies. It all starts with Superman Legacy, which will then be followed by several other adaptations of iconic heroes less known to the general public.
Superman legacy
The new Superman movie without Henry Cavill hits theaters on July 11, 2025. With a younger superhero, this new adaptation will not be one origin story by Man of Steel. It will feature a Clark Kent (this has yet to be confirmed) seeking the balance between his Kryptonian heritage and his human education. ” It’s a film that should appeal to everyone assures James Gunn, who will be in charge of writing the film that will launch the new DCU.
The authority
Less impressive than Superman, The Authority features a group of superheroes who have a less idealistic approach to saving the world. James Gunn is particularly excited about this adaptation of the comics by Warren Ellis and Bryan Hitch, which will add variety to the DCU’s narrative. “It’s not just about heroes and villains, good guys or bad guys. Some fall in between, like the agency, who, believing there is no easy way to save the world, are taking matters into their own hands. The film is currently being written but the screenwriter is still being kept secret.
Batman the Brave and the Bold
The Brave and the Bold will introduce the DCU’s new Batman, but also his sidekick Robin. The film introduces the bat family, beginning with the Black Knight’s protégé, who will be none other than his son: the boisterous Damien Wayne. The Grant Morrison comic adaptation will therefore focus on the father-son relationship of this new duo. James Gunn also promises that it will be very faithful to the original material, which fans shouldn’t miss.
Supergirl woman of tomorrow
Based on Tom King’s comics published in 2021 and 2022, Supergirl Woman of Tomorrow features Clark Kent’s cousin: Kara Zor-El. It will be a ” really a different kind of Supergirl so the heads of the DCU. While Superman was sent to earth and raised by loving parents, she stayed” on a rock where for the first 14 years of her life she watched everyone around her die and be horribly killed. James Gunn promises this Supergirl will be “a lot tougher” than the others.
swamp thing
Safran and Gunn are looking to diversify the DCU, and Swamp Thing is proof of that. This film focuses on the dark origins of The Creature from the Swamp through the prism of horror. So it’s going to be a scarier movie than the rest of the New Universe projects, but Swamp Thing will interact with the rest of the characters. Gunn is convinced of this willingness to take risks, which he also compares to the Guardians of the Galaxy, who have integrated perfectly into the Avengers.
All upcoming DC series
The new DCU will also go through several series. At the moment only five have been confirmed with Wonder Woman and Green Lantern on the program. They will also highlight characters that are less well known to the general public.
creature commands
Creature Commandos, the only anime series announced for HBO Max, is the first-ever project to get the green light from the DCU’s New Guardians. Each episode was written by James Gunn and the show is already in production. First published in 1980, the comics feature Frankenstein’s monster allied with a werewolf, a vampire, and a gorgon to fight Nazis. However, James Gunn’s version may not follow the same approach since Weasel from the Suicide Squad movie is one of the characters.
catfish
As the name suggests, the series will follow the story of Amanda Waller, who will always be played by Viola Davis. It will be a direct sequel to the Peacemaker series, which is on hiatus for the time being. The project is produced by Jeremy Carver, to whom we have Doom Patrol to thank. Creature Commandos and Waller will arrive before Superman Legacy. “A DCU aperitif,” says Peter Safran.
Lanterns (Green Lantern)
Undoubtedly one of the projects that most excites the minds of the DCU. The series will focus on well-known members of the Green Lantern, including Hal Jordan and John Stewart, DC’s first-ever black superhero. In True Detective fashion, the duo will therefore unravel a mystery that will have a connection to the story told in all films and series.
Paradise Lost (Wonder Woman)
Peter Safran describes this DCU series as a Game of Thrones style story. The series takes place before the birth of Wonder Woman (Diana) and therefore focuses on the origins of the island of Themyscira from which she hails. ” She really focuses on the political intrigues behind all-female society. “, he explains.
Booster Gold
And finally, Booster Gold, the DCU’s little comic touch. The series will follow the character of Mike Carter, who is particularly loved by regular readers. He is portrayed as a future loser who uses futuristic technologies of our present to pose as a superhero.
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