NY Comic Con 2024: Marvel and DC Unveil Exciting New Series and Crossovers
October 22, 2024Viola Davis will reprise her role as Amanda Waller, alongside other returning characters like Peacemaker and Blue Beetle, ensuring continuity in the new DCU.
The upcoming series 'Paradise Lost' will delve into the story of Themyscira, the birthplace of Wonder Woman, potentially drawing comparisons to 'Game of Thrones.'
Classic enemies of The Flash, including Captain Cold and Captain Boomerang, are set to appear in the upcoming series, promising exciting confrontations.
While 'Creature Commandos' will reference past events from the DC Extended Universe, viewers will not need prior knowledge of other DC projects to enjoy the series.
The announcement took place at the Absolute Universe/DC All In panel, where Marvel also revealed a future crossover event titled Spider-Verse vs. Venomverse, scheduled for May 2025.
James Gunn emphasized that characters within the DC Universe will maintain consistency across different media, with actors reprising their roles in both animated and live-action formats.
During New York Comic Con 2024, several new comic series were announced, including 'Eddie Brock: Carnage,' which is set to launch in February 2024.
Gunn's upcoming series 'Creature Commandos' will feature a diverse roster of military superhumans, including a werewolf, a vampire, Frankenstein's monster, and a gorgon.
Additionally, the film 'The Authority' will bring together characters from WildStorm comics, focusing on their interactions with DC heroes.
DC's solicitations also tease new entries for iconic characters like Harley Quinn, Catwoman, and Poison Ivy, each facing unique challenges in their respective series.
In the new Aquaman storyline, Aquaman will face giant, water-based kaiju constructs while exploring the secrets of the 'Blue' with the help of a character named Dagon.
Fans have been teased about the potential inclusion of Martian Manhunter's favorite snack, Chocos, in the storyline, adding a humorous touch to the upcoming projects.
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Forbes • Oct 21, 2024
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