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 officially renewed Creature Commandos after its successful December 5th debut. Peter Safran and James Gunn expressed their excitement, citing the show's strong reception alongside the success of Peacemaker and The Penguin. This unique DCU series, created by Gunn, follows a supernatural military unit led by Rick Flag. It blends action, horror, and humor. The show boasts an impressive 7.8 IMDb rating and a 95% Rotten Tomatoes score, with strong performances from 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, emphasizing the focus on quality and integration within the rebooted DCU under Gunn and Safran. Filming is underway, suggesting a deliberate approach to ensuring seamless integration with the broader DC narrative.

Paradise Lost

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Paradise Lost explores the origins of Themyscira, the Amazonian homeland, before Wonder Woman. Peter Safran describes it as having a Game of Thrones feel, focusing on political intrigue within the all-female society. While still in early development (script refinement stage), James Gunn has confirmed it's in "very active development."

Booster Gold

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Booster Gold follows Michael Jon Carter, a time-traveling athlete from the future, who uses his knowledge and technology to create a heroic persona in the present. James Gunn, in a Happy Sad Confused podcast interview, confirmed 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 chronicle events after Peacemaker Season 2. James Gunn, via Deadline, explained that its development follows Superman's, and the series features a strong creative team, including Christal Henry and Jeremy Carver. Steve Agee confirmed the measured approach to development, prioritizing narrative quality.

Lanterns

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HBO's Lanterns (originally slated for Max) will consist of eight episodes. The series boasts a stellar creative team including Chris Mundy, Damon Lindelof, and Tom King, with James Hawes directing. The show features Kyle Chandler and Aaron Pierre as Hal Jordan and John Stewart, respectively, investigating a murder that unveils a larger conspiracy. Ulrich Thomsen will portray Sinestro. Gunn has emphasized its grounded, True Detective-esque approach and its central role within the DCU.

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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 Dick Grayson and Jason Todd. Variety reports the film will explore their friendship and contrasting paths. The animation will utilize innovative "Momo animation" techniques, combining CGI, stop-motion, and performance capture. Matthew Aldrich (Coco) is writing the screenplay.