Black Adam 2: Current Status and Updates

As of September 30, 2025, Black Adam 2, the anticipated sequel to the 2022 DC film Black Adam starring Dwayne Johnson, remains in limbo and has not been officially greenlit or announced by DC Studios. Despite fan excitement and numerous speculative trailers circulating online (many of which are fan-made), the project was effectively shelved following major restructuring at Warner Bros. Discovery and DC under co-CEOs James Gunn and Peter Safran.

Key Background and Cancellation Details

• Original Plans: Shortly after the release of Black Adam in October 2022, producers Hiram Garcia and Beau Flynn expressed enthusiasm for a sequel, envisioning it as a buildup to a high-stakes confrontation between Black Adam and Superman. Dwayne Johnson himself teased crossovers with the Justice Society, Shazam, and even multiversal elements involving characters like those from The Batman or Joker. The film was positioned as the kickoff to a new phase in the DC Extended Universe (DCEU).
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• The Halt: By December 2022, just weeks after the film’s theatrical run, DC confirmed that Black Adam 2 would not be part of the rebooted DC Universe’s “Chapter One: Gods and Monsters.” Johnson acknowledged this in a statement, noting productive discussions with Gunn but emphasizing that Black Adam could still appear in future multiverse stories. In August 2023, Johnson attributed the lack of a sequel to a “vortex of new leadership” at Warner Bros. and DC, amid broader shifts that also saw Henry Cavill exit as Superman.
• Recent Developments (2024-2025): No official revival has occurred. The original Black Adam underperformed at the box office (grossing $393 million worldwide against a $195-260 million budget) and received mixed reviews, contributing to the decision. Streaming performance on platforms like Prime Video in late 2024 sparked some fan speculation, but DC has prioritized other projects like the Superman reboot (released summer 2025) and upcoming films such as The Brave and the Bold. As of mid-2025, Gunn has not mentioned Black Adam in slate announcements, focusing instead on a streamlined DCU.

Potential Future for Black Adam

While a direct sequel seems off the table, Johnson has hinted at exploring the character in non-DCU formats, possibly through HBO Max specials or animated projects. The Justice Society members (like Hawkman and Doctor Fate) have appeared in other DC content, but without Black Adam’s involvement. Fans hoping for Johnson’s anti-hero to return might look to cameos in ensemble films, though nothing is confirmed.

In summary, Black Adam 2 is canceled for now, a casualty of DC’s reboot. If you’re a fan, revisit the original on streaming—it’s a fun, if flawed, entry into the anti-hero genre. For the latest DC news, keep an eye on official channels like DC’s website. If this isn’t what you meant by “Black Adam 2,” feel free to clarify!

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