A mural on the wall of the old DC Comics’ headquarters. Photo by Cory Doctorow/Flickr
By Jasmine Sanchez Staff Reporter
James Gunn, co-chief executive of DC Studios, officially announced on Jan. 31 the first phase of the DC Universe’s future projects called “Chapter One: Gods and Monsters.” With the announcement of the first phase, came vague details for the 10 upcoming projects. Seeing the mixed bag of success the DC universe has been thus far, it’s only logical that not all of these new projects will be readily accepted by the audience. Therefore, here are the less likely to more likely to succeed for all audiences.
10. Creature Commandos
The animated series, “Creature Commandos,” consist of classic monsters and misfits who were assembled to fight off the Nazis. Little information was released about the seven-episode animated series but the project is currently in production and the characters will eventually have their very own live-action versions. DC’s animation studio has left an impressive record of creating incredible animated series.
9. Paradise Lost
“Paradise Lost,” according to James Gunn, is a drama set in Themyscira, the birthplace of Wonder Woman. The series should feel reminiscent of the 2011 to 2019 “Game of Thrones” style and is set to take place before the Wonder Woman films. HBO has engrossed audiences with the magic of “Game of Thrones” twice so audiences have expressed doubt about the studio’s ability to capture the “Game of Thrones” magic once again.
8. The Authority
The movie, “The Authority,” was described to be based on a team of superheroes engaging in extreme methods to save the world. Audiences will undoubtedly compare it to the 2019 Amazon original, “The Boys,” as they do touch upon similar subjects. The niche superhero group is one of DC’s rare properties that hasn’t been adapted into any of DC’s catalog of films or shows. While the concept should garner the attention of audiences, DC doesn’t have the best track record for filming quality team-based movies.
7. Waller
Featuring Viola Davis, “Waller,” will be a spinoff of the 2022 series, “Peacemaker.” The series will dive deeper into her ruthless and morally ambiguous character as the head of a government task force. Waller’s appearance in “Peacemaker” was sparse but felt different than how she is portrayed in “The Suicide Squad.” “Peacemaker” didn’t show the same intensity or cold-heartedness, leading audiences to be confused.
6. Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow
Taking its inspiration from the comic’s run of the same name is “Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow.” The iteration of Supergirl, Kara Zor-El, who is said to be in the movie, will be drastically different from the impulsive and compassionate teenage character and will instead be more brutal and jaded. This reprise of the character assures audiences of the return of Supergirl to her roots.
5. Swamp Thing
Moving away from the action genre, “Swamp Thing” was described to lean more toward horror. Details of the movie weren’t explicit or plentiful, however, the comics brace audiences with subjects and themes the movie could potentially touch upon. Twitter was enthusiastic about the return of “Swamp Thing” as it opens the door for other unique characters in the DCU.
4. Superman: Legacy
Superman has always been an interesting character in the DC Universe. Numerous attempts have been made to adapt his character into live action, but each did not live up to Clark’s character in the comics. Instead of focusing on reestablishing Superman’s well-known origin story, “Superman: Legacy” will deviate more towards Clark balancing between his Kryptonian heritage and his human upbringing.
3. Booster Gold
The series, “Booster Gold,” will feature one of the more difficult characters to adapt on screen as he shows a unique personality that might come across as irritating. According to Gunn, the show will act more as a character study of the man who essentially has imposter syndrome regarding superhero work. “Booster Gold” offers an ideal chance to expand upon the timeline of the DC universe.
2. Lanterns
The live-action series “Lanterns” will stray away from other adaptations featuring the Green Lanterns. The series was detailed to be a cosmic detective show spotlighting Hal Jordan and John Stewart. The concept of a detective show in space for the Green Lantern Corps, an intergalactic law enforcement organization, is appropriate as comics have portrayed the more procedural aspects of the organization.
1. The Brave and The Bold
Anticipation rises as Batman fans are enthusiastic about the implications of “The Brave and The Bold” wordlessly established. A promise of the long-anticipated Bat-family, the members of Batman’s family, has audiences thrilled. In turn, we’ll get a different iteration of the brooding and dark Batman shown in recent years. The movie will also show the strange dynamic Batman has with Robin, Damian Wayne.