DCU Shows Live-Action Updates Revealed

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 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 renewed Creature Commandos for a second season, following the critical acclaim of its December 5th premiere. Peter Safran and James Gunn celebrated the success of this and other Max projects (Peacemaker, The Penguin), highlighting their exceeding expectations.

This unique DCU series, created by James Gunn, follows a paranormal military unit led by Rick Flag, featuring werewolves, vampires, mythological creatures, and a reanimated being. It expertly blends action, supernatural elements, and dark humor.

The series boasts an impressive 7.8 IMDb rating and 95% Rotten Tomatoes score, exploring themes of transformation, camaraderie, and self-discovery, all while delivering thrilling action and witty dialogue. The 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 development of Peacemaker Season 2 and its integration into the revamped DCU under Gunn and Safran. While remaining tight-lipped on specifics, he emphasized the deliberate, quality-over-speed approach.

The extended production reflects a focus on seamless integration within the larger DC narrative, prioritizing cohesive storytelling over a rushed sequel. With filming underway, the season is progressing, though a precise release date remains unannounced.

Paradise Lost

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Paradise Lost will explore 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, showcasing both its glory and its darker aspects.

Currently in early development (as confirmed by James Gunn on social media), the focus is on script refinement. No project enters production without approval, allowing for revisions or potential delays. However, Gunn's mention of "very active development" indicates significant progress.

Booster Gold

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Booster Gold introduces a time-traveling hero from the future who uses his knowledge and technology to create a heroic persona in the present.

Michael Jon Carter, aided by his robotic companion Skeets, uses future knowledge to gain an advantage. While details are scarce, James Gunn, on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, confirmed ongoing script development, emphasizing the studio's commitment to quality over speed.

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 is coordinated with Superman's production. The series boasts a talented team, including Watchmen's Christal Henry and Doom Patrol's Jeremy Carver, and retains key members of the Peacemaker cast.

Gunn's social media posts confirm ongoing progress, adhering to DC's new process of completing scripts before setting release dates. Steve Agee, in a Screen Rant interview, reinforced the commitment to quality.

Lanterns

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HBO's Lanterns (originally slated for Max) will consist of eight episodes. The series features writers Chris Mundy, Damon Lindelof, and Tom King, with James Hawes directing and executive producing. The cast includes Kyle Chandler, Aaron Pierre, Ulrich Thomsen, Kelly Macdonald, Garret Dillahunt, and Poorna Jagannathan.

The story focuses on the partnership of Hal Jordan and John Stewart, investigating a murder that unveils a larger conspiracy. Gunn emphasized the series' grounded, investigative drama style, similar to True Detective, and its crucial role within the broader 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 the relationship between Dick Grayson and Jason Todd. The animation style aims for a Spider-Verse-level visual impact.

Variety highlighted the exploration of their friendship and diverging paths, avoiding the typical origin story focus. Arthur Mintz directs, using a novel "Momo animation" technique, with Matthew Aldrich writing the screenplay. James Gunn's announcement mentioned collaboration with Matt Reeves' company.