Every upcoming DC Universe movie and TV show

The new-and-improved DC Universe is officially back in action! DC Studios CEOs James Gunn and Peter Safran teased us with a full slate of shows and movies, and, so far, the new DC output has gotten off to a strong start.

This bold new era began in earnest with "Creature Commandos" season 1, and that animated HBO Max series earned high praise from critics (and earned a second season renewal, to boot).

Things really took flight over the summer when David Corenswet stepped into the Man of Steel suit for DC Studios' new "Superman" movie. Overstuffed but utterly charming, it won countless moviegoers over and raked in a fair amount at the box office, too.

It also led us nicely up to the latest DC Universe project, "Peacemaker" season 2, courtesy of a brief mid-movie cameo from Chris Smith himself (John Cena).

Of course, the rebooted DCU came with the promise of tons of new releases, and that makes keeping tabs on everything that's potentially in development almost as challenging as keeping up with everything coming to the MCU.

"We’ve greenlit five theatrical films, made three live-action series, and are producing five animated series,” said Safran in a February 2025 press conference (h/t The Hollywood Reporter). The plan is reportedly to produce two live-action movies and an animated movie each year for the big screen, while also producing two live-action and two animated series for HBO Max annually.

There are also projects set outside the main DC Universe continuity, like the long-awaited sequel to 2022's "The Batman". "The Batman II" is now part of the DC Elseworlds brand of movies and shows, rather than the DC Universe proper.

We'll be keeping up to speed with each and every project on the DCU's slate going forward, so you always know what to look forward to. Here's every upcoming DC Universe movie and TV show (that we know of), what we've heard about each project, including upcoming DC Elseworlds titles.

Upcoming DC Universe movie release dates

'Supergirl' (June 2026)

Release date: June 26, 2026

After briefly appearing to retrieve Krypto from her cousin at the end of "Superman," all eyes are now on Milly Alcock's "Supergirl" movie as the next big DC Universe project, helmed by Craig Gillespie ("I, Tonya", "Dumb Money")

It was previously known as "Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow," and is based on the 2021 eight-issue comic book miniseries of that name, penned by Tom King and illustrated by Bilquis Evely. The movie used to even bear that "Woman of Tomorrow" subtitle, though the name was trimmed down, sans subtitle, in June 2025 (similar to how "Superman" was once known as "Superman: Legacy").

Other than Alcock as Kara Zor-El, we know "Supergirl" will also feature Jason Momoa as DC's Lobo, Eve Ridley as Ruthye, and Matthias Schoenaerts as the villainous Krem of the Yellow Hills. David Krumholtz and Emily Beecham will also appear as Kara's parents (per THR).

'Clayface' (Sept 2026)

Release date: September 11, 2026

"Clayface" is due to follow "Supergirl" next September, and it sounds like it'll be a very different experience altogether.

Helmed by "Speak No Evil" director James Watkins, the movie has been billed as "a body horror film", and production was previously due to get under in summer 2025 (h/t Variety).

"Clayface" recently found its new, well, face, as we learned in June that Welsh actor Tom Rhys Harries ("Suspicion", "Kandahar") had been cast as the titular shapeshifting villain (via THR).

Horror maestro Mike Flanagan penned the first draft, with additional drafts from Hossein Amini ("Drive"), per Deadline.

'The Authority' (TBA)

Release date: TBA

Not everything on the initial DC Universe slate has met with good fortune. In a big update to press in Feb. 2025, Gunn said the movie had a script that "has had a harder time coming along", conceding that it "hadn't been much of a priority". (h/t The Hollywood Reporter).

And seeing as Gunn subsequently told Rolling Stone that they'd "just killed a project" in June of this year, as "the screenplay wasn't ready" (as reported by MovieWeb), we can't help but wonder whether "The Authority" is still in development or not.

'The Brave and the Bold' (TBA)

Release date: TBA

"The Brave and the Bold" is currently the DC Universe's first Batman project, as Matt Reeves' "The Batman" has been relegated to the DC Elseworlds continuity.

This movie would be centered around Bruce Wayne aka Batman and his son Damian Wayne, who is one of several Robins in the DC comics canon.

As far as we know, "The Flash" director Andy Muschietti is still attached to direct the movie, though he seems uninvolved in the writing process.

"We’re developing the 'Brave and Bold' script right now and he’ll be the first one to see it,” DC Studios co-CEO Peter Safran said when speaking to industry press in February 2025 (h/t The Hollywood Reporter).

There's no writer attached to the movie directly, though Gunn said in that same piece he was "working very closely with the writer" in question on the project, and we've not heard much since.

'Swamp Thing' (TBA)

Release date: TBA

This project was initially announced as being led by "A Complete Unknown" and "Logan" director James Mangold, though precious little about the new "Swamp Thing" movie has been revealed since.

“We talk about it occasionally,” Gunn said when talking about "Swamp Thing" to industry press in February 2025 (h/t The Hollywood Reporter).

And seeing as we learned James Mangold was attached to direct a "Star Wars" movie at Star Wars Celebration 2023, who knows whether he still has time for "Swamp Thing."

Untitled 'Teen Titans' film (TBA)

Release date: TBA

A new live-action "Teen Titans" movie was first added to the DC Universe plan in 2024, though we know very little about the project at present.

“It was something that Ana [Nogueira] was really impassioned about, and she turned over an amazing script for us,” James Gunn told Variety in February 2025. “She’s fiddling with that now, but it’s definitely not a finished script.”

Untitled Bane and Deathstroke film

Release date: TBA

Gunn and Safran have confirmed that there is “something kind of like” a Bane and Deathstroke script being written by "Moon Knight" writer Matthew Orton (h/t Variety). But beyond that, we know nothing else.

'Sgt. Rock' (TBA)

Release date: TBA

When "Sgt. Rock" was first teased, it was "Challengers" director Luca Guadagnino teaming up again with the star of his movie "Queer" — Mr. Daniel Craig and with "The Penguin" star Colin Farrell tipped to play the titular Nazi-fighting hero (h/t The Hollywood Reporter).

If you've followed the DCU news, you'll know that's no longer the case. Feb. 2025 saw Craig exit the project (via Variety), production stalled in April, and in July 2025, Gunn said the movie was still moving forward, but no longer had Guadagnino at the helm (per TheWrap).

'Dynamic Duo' (June 2028)

Release date: June 30, 2028

'Dynamic Duo' is a Warner Bros Pictures Animation within the DC Universe. It's tentatively about the early days of a pair of Robins, Dick Grayson and Jason Todd.

Don't expect a rated-R movie, though. DC Studios co-CEO Peter Safran told Variety that this movie is "a kind of perfect on-ramp for family audiences into the world of Gotham."

This movie is still in very early stages, but according to Deadline, it's written by Matthew Aldrich and will be directed by Arthur Mintz. A report from Biz New Orleans says the movie is currently slated for June 30, 2028.

It'll be produced by Swaybox Studio, which uses a technology known as “Motion on Motion (aka Momo)” animation. This animation style is a cross between CGI animation, practical elements of stop-motion, and live-action real-time performance.

Untitled 'Justice League' movie (TBA)

We're using "Untitled 'Justice League' movie" as a placeholder here. There's been no project by that name officially announced.

However, in their February 2025 press conference, James Gunn and Peter Safran did reveal that the current six-year plan they have will include an "'Avengers: Endgame'-style culmination" (h/t The Hollywood Reporter). So stay tuned for more on what that project will ultimately be.

Untitled 'Superman' follow-up (TBA)

This is mostly another placeholder entry. Back in June, James Gunn told Entertainment Weekly he was working on some sort of follow-up to "Superman," though one he would "not say" is a direct sequel.

The full quote read: "What I'm working on is in some way.... I mean, yes, yes, yes, yes. But is it a straight up 'Superman' sequel? I would not say necessarily."

An update followed on Aug. 7, courtesy of Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav. During the company's earnings call (h/t Variety), he said James Gunn would write and direct "the next installment in the Super-Family"... which still doesn't confirm what kind of follow-up this will be.

Upcoming DC Universe TV show release dates

'Lanterns' (TBA)

Release date: TBA on HBO and HBO Max,reports online claim an "early 2026" window

"Lanterns" stars Aaron Pierre as new Green Lantern recruit John Stewart. He's working alongside Green Lantern legend Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler) to solve a dark, mysterious murder in America's heartland.

Warner Bros. Discovery confirmed that "Lanterns" went into production in California in February, when it released the first image from the new show (seen above).

The cast also includes Kelly Macdonald, Garret Dillahunt, Poorna Jagannathan, and Ulrich Thomsen. Entertainment Weekly has also reported that Nathan Fillion's Guy Gardner will also appear in the series, too.

'Waller' (TBA)

Release date: TBA on HBO Max

"Waller" was initially announced as a "Peacemaker" spin-off reprising Viola Davis as the titular A.R.G.U.S. chief Amanda Waller. However, things have stalled on the project.

“We’ve taken a couple of cracks at it but still haven’t been able [to] land,” Peter Safran said at DC Studios February 2025 press conference. “'Waller' has been a bumpy road.”

Gunn has since confirmed "Waller" is (or at least was) still in development, as of June 2025. When asked on Threads whether the show was still in development, Gunn simply said "Yes" (h/t ComicBook.)

'Paradise Lost' (TBA)

Release date: TBA on HBO Max

When Gunn and Safran first announced the "Gods and Monsters DC Slate in 2023, "Paradise Lost" was described as a ""Game of Thrones"-style drama" set on Themyscira, the birthplace of Wonder Woman, and was set prior to the events of the "Wonder Woman" movies.

Gunn and Safran confirmed in late February that "Paradise Lost" is still in development (h/t Variety), and in July, he told Entertainment Weekly that the show was "moving along" and that he "love[s] that project a lot"... while conceding that progress is "slow-moving."

'Booster Gold' (TBA)

Release date: TBA on HBO Max

This DC Universe series seemed to be stuck in development hell for some time, but it looks like things are finally turning a corner for "Booster Gold."

After previously struggling to find a showrunner for the series, we learned in July 2025 (via Deadline), "Our Flag Means Death" creator David Jenkins was attached to write the pilot and (if the show receives a series order), it's understood that the plan is for Jenkins to stay as a showrunner.

'Creature Commandos' season 2 (TBA)

Release date: TBA on HBO Max

"Creature Commandos" was renewed for a second season in December 2024, with EVP of HBO & Max Comedy Programming Amy Gravitt saying at the time: "We couldn't be more delighted to continue their stories with James, Dean Lorey, Peter Safran and our fantastic partners at DC Studios and Warner Bros. Animation."

The second season does not have a release date yet, though writer Dean Lorey told The Direct that the second season's been put on "a fast track" back in February 2025, so there's a chance we'll be seeing the series sooner than you might expect.

Untitled Blue Beetle series

Release date: TBA on HBO Max

While the "Blue Beetle" movie is being left in the old DC Universe, an animated series is due to pick up where the 2023 movie left off (h/t Variety).

The show is being led by executive producers Angel Manuel Soto and Gareth Dunnet-Alcocer, who directed and wrote the original film, respectively. Safran said he expects them to present the project for a possible greenlight “pretty soon.”

Currently, Miguel Puga is attached to direct the series, with Cristian Martinez attached as writer.

'My Adventures with Green Lantern'

Release date: TBA on HBO Max

One of three Warner Bros. Animation and DC Studios co-productions, "My Adventures with Green Lantern" is aimed at a younger audience.

The show follows high schooler Jessica Cruz, whose life is changed forever when a Green Lantern ring falls from the sky and chooses her, just before the remnants of an ancient space war arrive on Earth (h/t Variety).

Showrunner and executive producer Jake Wyatt has confirmed on X that "My Adventures with Green Lantern" exists in the same universe as DC series "My Adventures with Superman."

'DC Super Powers'

Release date: TBA

Another animated show aimed at younger audiences, "DC Super Powers" is set at the Alliance School for Heroes.

The main cast will feature super-students Lightning, Flash, Plastic Man, Aquagirl, Green Lantern and Terra learning to harness their abilities under the tutelage of Principal Martian Manhunter (h/t Variety).

'Starfire'

Release date: TBA

Separate from a potential "Teen Titans" show, "Starfire" will be an origin story show about the titular alien superhero.

But it won't be set on Earth. Instead, Starfire will leave her home planet of Tamaran and explore the cosmos, joining up with “space biker Crush, plant-loving Fern, and the magical Princess Amethyst of Gemworld” to journey the galaxy in search of adventure (h/t Variety).

Potential 'Superman' TV spinoffs (TBA)

In July, the Wall Street Journal reported James Gunn was interested in developing TV show spinoffs from his "Superman" movie.

The director was reportedly considering TV spinoffs based on Gathegi's Mister Terrific and Clark Kent's best friend, Jimmy Olsen (Skyler Gisondo). That's basically all we have heard on this front, though.

DC Elseworlds movies and TV shows

'The Batman' sequel (Oct 2027)

Release date: October 1, 2027

The wait for "The Batman" sequel continues, but the wheels are at least in motion.

On the red carpet at the "Superman" world premiere, James Gunn confirmed he'd read Reeves' long-awaited script, and simply said "it's great" (via Deadline).

August brought us more news: Warner Bros. Discovery confirmed in a letter to shareholders that "The Batman Part II" would finally begin filming in spring 2026 (h/t Variety), for an October 2027 release.

Recently, reports also circulated claiming that the sequel did not plan to include Zoë Kravitz as Selina Kyle/Catwoman, according to a rumor credited to Jeff Sneider.

'Constantine' sequel (TBA)

Release date: TBA

A sequel to the Keanu Reeves-led "Constantine" movie was announced to be in development back in 2022 (h/t Deadline), with Reeves set to reprise the title role, and Francis Lawrence returning to direct once again.

However, it seems like production isn't going swimmingly. In May 2025, actor Peter Stormare (due to reprise the role of Lucifer he played back in 2005) told The Direct there's been "a lot of back and forth, because... I think Keanue is not so happy with the scripts."

Per his comments, Reeves isn't interested in making this an action-heavy movie; "Keanu, he wants to do a sequel that is very close to the first one", he added.

'The Penguin' season 2 (UNCONFIRMED)

Although "The Batman" spinoff was conceived as a limited series, you've no doubt seen stories about the possibility of "The Penguin" returning for a second season.

Fans are definitely keen (season 1, after all, was a killer, compelling crime drama), but no official renewal has ever happened.

Star Colin Farrell previously explained that he "loved" playing Oz and would be open to a return "if there's a great idea and the writing was really muscular and as strong or stronger on the page than it was the first season." Though he also told Total Film he "never want[ed] to put that fucking suit and that fucking head on again" by the end of the show, so that writing presumably has to be truly top-tier to tempt him back for another season.

Matt Reeves has also previously discussed following "The Penguin" by zooming in on other Gothamites. Speaking with Interview Magazine, he said he and HBO had "been talking about doing other shows" in Nov. 2024, adding: "Oz's story is Oz's story, and the idea is to do these other stories in the same way."

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