Everything we know so far about DCU live-action shows

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 following its successful December 5th premiere and critical acclaim. Peter Safran and James Gunn, citing the successes of Peacemaker, The Penguin, and Creature Commandos' record-breaking debut, confirmed their commitment to the franchise. This unique DCU series, created by Gunn, features a supernatural military unit led by Rick Flag, including werewolves, vampires, mythological creatures, and a reanimated being. It blends action, supernatural elements, and dark humor. The series boasts a 7.8 IMDb rating and a 95% Rotten Tomatoes score, exploring themes of transformation, camaraderie, and self-discovery. The stellar 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

John Cena, in a September 2024 interview with Variety, discussed the extended production timeline for Peacemaker Season 2 and its integration into the reimagined DCU under Gunn and Safran. While remaining tight-lipped on specifics, Cena emphasized the deliberate, quality-over-speed approach. The extended production reflects a focus on seamless integration within the broader DC narrative, prioritizing cohesive storytelling over a rushed sequel. Filming is underway.

Paradise Lost

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Paradise Lost will explore the origins of Themyscira, the Amazonian homeland, before Wonder Woman. Peter Safran describes it as having a Game of Thrones feel, focusing on the political intricacies of this all-female society. James Gunn has confirmed it's in active development, with the focus currently on script refinement.

Booster Gold

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The Booster Gold series features a time-traveling hero from the future who uses futuristic technology to create a heroic persona in the present. Michael Jon Carter, aided by his robotic companion Skeets, leverages his knowledge of the future. While details are scarce, James Gunn stated on the Happy Sad Confused podcast that the script is still undergoing revisions to meet the studio's high 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 its production schedule is coordinated with Superman's, and the series features a strong creative team including Christal Henry and Jeremy Carver, retaining key members of the Peacemaker cast. Gunn confirmed ongoing progress, emphasizing the studio's commitment to completing the script before setting a release date. Steve Agee also confirmed this measured approach.

Lanterns

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HBO has commissioned eight episodes of Lanterns, shifting from its original Max platform designation. The series boasts a stellar creative team including writers Chris Mundy, Damon Lindelof, and Tom King, and director James Hawes. Ulrich Thomsen joins the cast as Sinestro, alongside Kyle Chandler as Hal Jordan and Aaron Pierre as John Stewart. The series will blend interstellar law enforcement with a terrestrial mystery, drawing comparisons to True Detective.

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Gunn emphasized the Earth-bound focus and its crucial role within the larger DCU narrative. The color symbolism in promotional images—Hal in green, John in yellow—hints at complex character dynamics. Gunn also teased potential appearances by other Lantern Corps members.

Dynamic Duo

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DC Studios and Swaybox Studios are collaborating on Dynamic Duo, an animated feature focusing on the relationship between Dick Grayson and Jason Todd. Variety highlights the exploration of their friendship and diverging paths. The animation will utilize innovative "Momo animation" techniques, blending CGI, stop-motion, and performance capture, directed by Arthur Mintz with a screenplay by Matthew Aldrich. James Gunn's announcement highlighted collaboration with Matt Reeves' production company.