Hurray! It’s been two years for DC Studios, led by James Gunn and Peter Safran. They have shaped the DC universe under the “Gods and Monsters” phase. The projects they announced remain intact, with updates provided on upcoming developments.
The current DC Studios plan includes two live-action DC films and one animated film per year, along with two live-action and two animated series per year on Max. However, this year, only one series has been confirmed—Peacemaker Season 2, which will premiere in August.
The studio has greenlit five theatrical films, is producing three live-action series, and has five animated series in development. They have also released a documentary that won BAFTA and PGA awards. Gunn and Safran’s main goal is to keep DC’s brand consistent and avoid past issues, like having different versions of Superman in Smallville and Man of Steel.
During the Friday press conference at Warner Bros. in Burbank, CA, Safran said (via Deadline), “We’ve unified the brand, greenlit five theatrical films, made three live-action series, and are producing five animated series.” Safran added, “We’ve also acquired and distributed a BAFTA- and PGA-winning documentary.”
Upcoming DC Films and TV Shows
Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow – Directed by Craig Gillespie and starring Milly Alcock, the film is halfway through production and set to release on June 26, 2026.
Clayface – Matt Watkins is in talks to direct, with a script by Mike Flanagan. Filming is expected to start this summer. The release date is September 11, 2026.
The Batman 2 – Matt Reeves has yet to submit a script, but production is expected to begin in late 2025. The release date is October 1, 2027.
Batman: Brave and the Bold – Andy Muschietti will direct. The story follows Batman and his son, Damian Wayne, as Robin. A writer has been chosen but remains unnamed.
SGT Rock – The studio is searching for a lead actor after Daniel Craig stepped away. The film will begin production this summer if casting is completed.
Swamp Thing – Directed by James Mangold, the film will explore the origins of the character. The project is awaiting Mangold’s next steps.
Teen Titans – Ana Nogueira has submitted a draft and is refining the script. The project is still in development.
Deathstroke & Bane Project – Rumored to be written by Matthew Orton, but unconfirmed by Gunn and Safran.
The Authority – The project remains in development but has been delayed due to overlapping themes with other films.
TV Updates
Peacemaker Season 2 – Written by James Gunn, premiering in August 2025.
Waller – A Viola Davis-led spinoff is still in development but faced delays due to industry strikes.
Lanterns – Expected to premiere in early 2026.
The Penguin Season 2 – No confirmed release date, with scheduling dependent on Colin Farrell.
Paradise Lost – Described as a “Game of Thrones-style” series about Themyscira, still in development with no writer announced.
Booster Gold – The studio is moving forward with a new showrunner after initial interest from another creator fell through.
Blue Beetle Animated Series – The series is progressing towards a greenlight, continuing the story from the 2023 film.
Source: Deadline
