This Saturday, October 16 at 1PM est, DC and Warner Bros are launching their second annual DC FanDome event where they share all the latest details on upcoming DC movies, TV shows, and comic books. It’s also where we’ll be getting a full length trailer for The Batman, and an exclusive look at The Flash and Black Adam.
DC FanDome in 2020 was a huge success and gave DC fans plenty to look forward in the future. 2021 saw the debut of Zack Snyder's Justice League, Superman & Lois, and The Suicide Squad. These were only a few of the movies and TV shows shown off at DC FanDome last year. The event this year will be even bigger as DC has an immaculate lineup of content ready to be previewed along with many incredible guests who are coming to show off these incoming projects. DC fans are going to have an lot to look forward to of first looks at many of DC's upcoming projects. Here is every big movie and TV show coming to DC FanDome this Saturday.
Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom
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Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom is the upcoming sequel to Aquaman, which was an huge success at the box office. James Wan is returning to direct and Jason Mamoa is also returning as Aquaman. Other returning actors include: the controversial Amber Heard as Mera, Patrick Stewart as Orm Marius, and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as Black Manta. Not much has been revealed in terms of story as of yet but the film is currently in production. Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom is set to be released on December 16, 2022.
The Batman
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This will surely be the biggest panel for DC FanDome as the release for The Batman is coming very soon soon. A full-length trailer will be shown, and reportedly nearly three minutes long. The Batman will see Robert Pattinson taking on the role of Bruce Wayne/Batman with Matt Reeves coming in to direct. Pattinson himself even teased something big coming to DC FanDome, including a new look at Zoe Kravitz's Catwoman. The rest of the cast includes: Colin Farrell as the Penguin, Paul Dano as the Riddler, Jeffrey Wright as Lt. James Gordon, and Andy Serkis as Alfred Pennyworth. Story details are being kept under wraps, but it’s been heavily rumored and even implied by Reeves himself, that the movie is loosely based off of the iconic Batman story, The Long Halloween. This story in particular takes place during Bruce’s early days as Batman, which The Batman will, and sees him realize that he won’t just have to be a hero… he’ll have to be a detective. The Batman is set to come into theaters on March 4, 2022.
Black Adam
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Black Adam will see Dwayne Johnson taking on the role of the titular anti-hero. The character is an ancient Egyptian who became imprisoned for 5,000 years after being corrupted by the power of Shazam. In addition to Black Adam's first appearance, it was announced that Black Adam will introduce us to the Justice Society of America.
The Justice Society includes: Noah Centineo as Atom Smasher, Aldis Hodge as Hawkman, Quintessa Swindell as Cyclone, and Piers Brosnan as the iconic Doctor Fate. Jaume Collett-Serra is set to direct with a script written by Adam Sztykiel, Rory Haines and Sohrab Noshirvani. Nothing has been confirmed, but it’s been heavily implied that we could get a teaser for Black Adam, much like we did last year with The Batman. Black Adam will debut in theaters on July 29, 2022.
The “ArrowVerse”
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The CW's “ArrowVerse” is still continuing its gigantic universe of DC content… no matter how bad a majority of the shows have become. At DC FanDome, fans of these shows can check out panels, highlighting what to expect in the upcoming seasons. These shows include Batwoman, The Flash, Legends of Tomorrow, Naomi, Stargirl, Superman & Lois, and Supergirl. Supergirl is entering its sixth and final season.
Doom Patrol
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DC's most bizarre, yet amazing, show is already in its third season and will be past the halfway point by the time DC FanDome occurs. However, there will still be a panel showcasing season 3 of this series, and we might get an announcement on season 4. Doom Patrol is currently streaming on HBO Max.
Harley Quinn
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Harley Quinn, the animated series, is entering its third season. The series has become a fan favorite as it is completely crude and hilarious, but it also gives an introspective look into the character of Harley Quinn, voiced by Kaley Cuoco. The relationship between Harley and Poison Ivy (voiced by Lake Bell) is another element that fans want to see more of. Season 3 doesn't have a confirmed release date yet, but we will find out a lot more at FanDome.
Peacemaker
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Created by James Gunn, Peacemaker is a spin-off of The Suicide Squad (directed by Gunn) starring John Cena, reprising his role from the film. The series also features members of Amanda Waller's (Viola Davis) team, who turned on her in the movie. In addition to Cena, the cast includes Jennifer Holland, Steve Agee, Freddie Stroma, Danielle Brooks, Robert Patrick, and Nhut Lee. The first season, Gunn has mentioned that he wants a second season, will feature eight episodes and will premiere on HBO Max in January 2022.
Shazam! Fury of the Gods
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Shazam is returning in the upcoming sequel, Fury of the Gods. Zachary Levi is returning as the title hero with David F. Sandberg returning as well to direct. Also returning are Asher Angel, Jack Dylan Grazer, and Djimon Honsou. Newcomers to this series are Rachel Zegler, Lucy Liu, and Helen Mirren as Daughters of Atlas. There aren't many confirmed story details yet, but the film is expected to be released on June 2, 2023. A teaser trailer is possible, considering that filming wrapped a few months ago.
Titans
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Titans is in the midst of its third season and DC FanDome will take place right before the season finale. This panel will most likely give fans a tease of the finale while also hinting at what could be coming in future seasons, considering that the show has improved immensely from prior seasons, and a fourth season is only inevitable. We also might get news on the long awaited rumored Red Hood and the Outlaws show which was alluded to by Titans executive producer and storied comic book writer Geoff Johns back in 2018. Titans is streaming on HBO Max and is a darker take on many of the younger superheroes of the DC universe, and is done perfectly.
So just like that it’s a wrap! That is everything, major, that will be discussed at DC FanDome regarding movies and TV shows. Be sure to be on the lookout, because the day after DC FanDome, Sunday October 17, myself and a few friends of the show will be coming together for a Big Talk with Big Nate podcast to breakdown everything that was revealed!