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 greenlit a second season of Creature Commandos, following the hugely successful debut on December 5th. Peter Safran and James Gunn expressed their delight, citing the show's success alongside Peacemaker and The Penguin. This unique DCU series, created by Gunn, features a supernatural military unit led by Rick Flag, battling monsters and delivering dark humor. The show boasts a 7.8 IMDb rating and 95% on Rotten Tomatoes, thanks to its compelling characters (Indira Varma, Sean Gunn, Alan Tudyk, Zoë Chao, David Harbour, and Frank Grillo) and engaging story.
Peacemaker Season 2
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Release Date: August 2025
John Cena, in a Variety interview, discussed the extended production timeline for Peacemaker Season 2, emphasizing Gunn and Safran's commitment to quality over speed. The delay reflects a deliberate integration into the revamped DC universe, ensuring a cohesive narrative. Filming is underway, promising a carefully crafted addition to the larger DC story.
Paradise Lost
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Paradise Lost explores the origins of Themyscira, the Amazonian homeland, before Wonder Woman. Peter Safran envisions a Game of Thrones-esque political drama within this all-female society. While still in early development (script refinement is ongoing), James Gunn's confirmation of "very active development" suggests significant progress.
Booster Gold
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Booster Gold introduces Michael Jon Carter, a time-traveling athlete using future tech to become a hero. While details are scarce, James Gunn, on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, confirmed ongoing script development, emphasizing the studio's dedication to achieving high creative standards before production begins.
Waller
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Waller, starring Viola Davis, will follow the events of Peacemaker Season 2. James Gunn, via Deadline, explained that the scheduling considers Superman's priority. The series boasts a strong creative team (Christal Henry and Jeremy Carver) and retains key Peacemaker cast members. Steve Agee confirmed the commitment to quality over speed.
Lanterns
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HBO will air Lanterns, an eight-episode series, following its move from Max. This collaboration features Chris Mundy, Damon Lindelof, and Tom King as writers, and James Hawes as director and executive producer. The series stars Kyle Chandler as Hal Jordan and Aaron Pierre as John Stewart, investigating a murder that unveils a larger conspiracy. The show is described as a terrestrial-focused investigative drama, similar to True Detective.
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Dynamic Duo
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DC Studios and Swaybox Studios are collaborating on Dynamic Duo, an animated feature focusing on Dick Grayson and Jason Todd's relationship. The animation style aims for a Spider-Verse-level visual impact. Variety highlights the focus on their friendship and contrasting paths. Arthur Mintz directs, using innovative "Momo animation," and Matthew Aldrich penned the script. James Gunn's announcement mentioned collaboration with Matt Reeves' production company.
