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 fans of mature comics have 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 officially renewed Creature Commandos for a second season, following the overwhelmingly positive reception of its debut on December 5th. Peter Safran and James Gunn expressed their excitement, citing the success of Peacemaker, The Penguin, and Creature Commandos' record-breaking premiere as exceeding expectations. This unique DCU series, created by James Gunn, features a supernatural military unit led by Rick Flag, including werewolves, vampires, mythological creatures, and a reanimated being. The show blends action, supernatural elements, and dark humor. It boasts an impressive IMDb rating of 7.8 and a 95% Rotten Tomatoes score. The series explores 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 production of Peacemaker Season 2 and its integration into the revamped DCU under Gunn and Safran. While remaining tight-lipped on specifics, Cena emphasized the deliberate, quality-over-speed approach. The extended timeline reflects a focus on seamless integration within the larger DCU narrative, prioritizing cohesive storytelling over a rushed release. Filming is underway, indicating significant progress.

Paradise Lost

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Paradise Lost is a dramatic exploration of Themyscira's origins, delving into the Amazonian society before Wonder Woman. Peter Safran describes the series as having a Game of Thrones feel, focusing on the political intrigue within this all-female civilization. James Gunn has confirmed the series is in active development, currently focusing on script refinement.

Booster Gold

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The Booster Gold series introduces Michael Jon Carter, a time-traveling athlete from the future, who uses his knowledge and technology to create a heroic persona in the present. While details are scarce, James Gunn has confirmed that the script is still undergoing revisions to meet the studio's high standards before moving into production.

Waller

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Waller, starring Viola Davis, will chronicle events following Peacemaker Season 2. James Gunn has stated that the project's timeline is coordinated with other DCU projects, particularly Superman. The series features a talented team, including Watchmen's Christal Henry and Doom Patrol's Jeremy Carver, and will incorporate members of the Peacemaker cast. The production is proceeding methodically, prioritizing script completion before setting a release date.

Lanterns

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HBO has picked up Lanterns for an eight-episode run, shifting from its initial Max platform designation. The series features a stellar creative team, including writers Chris Mundy, Damon Lindelof, and Tom King, and director James Hawes. The cast includes Kyle Chandler as Hal Jordan, Aaron Pierre as John Stewart, and Ulrich Thomsen as Sinestro. The series will blend interstellar law enforcement with a terrestrial mystery, drawing parallels to True Detective. James Gunn has highlighted the series' crucial role within the larger DCU narrative.

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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. The animation style is described as groundbreaking, potentially rivaling Spider-Verse. The story will explore the friendship and growing tensions between the two former Robins. Arthur Mintz is directing, utilizing innovative "Momo animation" techniques. Matthew Aldrich, known for Coco, is writing the script. James Gunn's announcement highlighted collaboration with Matt Reeves' production company.