DCU Live-Action Shows: What We Know

The CW's DC experiment is over, and FOX's Gotham hasn't quite hit the mark. But then came The Penguin, a series that redefined DC adaptations, setting a new standard of excellence. What's next for the DC Universe?

James Gunn and Peter Safran have crafted a blend of absurdity and crossover appeal that Black Label comic fans have long awaited.

Upcoming DC Series & Animations

Creature Commandos Season 2

Max has officially greenlit a second season of Creature Commandos, following the success of its December 5th premiere. The series, created by James Gunn, features a unique military unit led by Rick Flag, comprised of supernatural beings like werewolves, vampires, mythological creatures, and a reanimated horror character. It blends action, supernatural elements, and dark humor. The show boasts a 7.8 IMDb rating and a 95% Rotten Tomatoes score, thanks to strong performances from Indira Varma, Sean Gunn, Alan Tudyk, Zoë Chao, David Harbour, and Frank Grillo.

Peacemaker Season 2

Release Date: August 2025

John Cena, in a September 2024 interview with Variety, hinted at a deliberate, methodical approach to Peacemaker Season 2's development under Gunn and Safran's leadership. The extended production timeline reflects a focus on seamless integration within the revamped DC Universe, prioritizing quality over speed.

Paradise Lost

Paradise Lost will explore the origins of Themyscira, the Amazonian homeland, before Wonder Woman. Peter Safran envisions a Game of Thrones-esque political drama set within this all-female society. While still in early development (script refinement is underway), James Gunn has confirmed it's in "very active development."

Booster Gold

Booster Gold follows Michael Jon Carter, a future athlete who travels back in time to become a hero. James Gunn, in an interview on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, stated that the script is still undergoing revisions to meet the studio's high standards before production begins.

Waller

Waller, starring Viola Davis, will follow Amanda Waller's adventures after Peacemaker Season 2. James Gunn has indicated that its development is sequenced after Superman, and that the script needs to be finalized before a release date can be set. Steve Agee has also confirmed the studio's commitment to quality over speed.

Lanterns

Now an HBO series (eight episodes), Lanterns features Hal Jordan and John Stewart investigating a murder that unveils a larger conspiracy. The series, with writers Chris Mundy, Damon Lindelof, and Tom King, and director James Hawes, will be an earthbound detective story, according to James Gunn. The cast includes Kyle Chandler, Aaron Pierre, Ulrich Thomsen, Kelly Macdonald, Garret Dillahunt, and Poorna Jagannathan. Gunn has emphasized its importance within the larger DCU narrative.

Dynamic Duo

A collaboration between DC Studios and Swaybox Studios, Dynamic Duo is an animated feature focusing on the relationship between Dick Grayson and Jason Todd. Using innovative "Momo animation," the film will explore their friendship and diverging paths, avoiding their criminal origins. Matthew Aldrich (Coco) is writing the screenplay, and the project has the involvement of Matt Reeves' production company.