Warner Bros. DCEU panel at Hall-H was largely called-out for its mediocre presentation on Saturday, leaving many wondering why Batgirl, Matt Reeves’ The Batman 2, James Wan’s Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom & Ezra Miller starrer The Flash were not presented during their panel. Black Adam and Shazam! Fury of the Gods were the only two DC films discussed at the extravagant Comic-Con event.
After Warner Bros. theatrical panel at San Diego Comic-Con, it may seem like there aren’t many DC films in development though that statement is far from the truth. Recently, Blue Beetle movie wrapped filming and DCEU fans were more than thrilled to see Xolo Maridueña donning a comic-accurate Blue Beetle costume. Prior, Batgirl was in the spotlight during its production and drew a lot of eyes for Michael Keaton’s return as the Dark Knight. And on the topic of the caped crusader, Matt Reeves’ was reported to be working on The Batman 2 and a Penguin spinoff series with Colin Farrell is also in the works and more recently, Joaquin Phoenix confirmed Joker 2 was in active development.
With ample DC films in development, many fans are left puzzled over Warner Bros.’s decision to lay off presenting its upcoming slate while Marvel Studios unveiled its plans till Phase 6, titles releasing as far as 2025. It’s possible the new leadership at Warner Bros. Discovery decided to showcase only titles arriving this year, especially since WBD’s boss David Zaslav is on the lookout for a new Kevin Feige-type chief to head DC film’s brand. Moreover, the studio is in a deadlock within the DC fanbase with a large part of them hoping for the Snyderverse. Nonetheless, fans are making their opinion heard on social media as seen below.
Matt Reeves cut an AMAZING teaser for The Batman, with only 25% of the movie shot….
There's absolutely no reason DC Films couldn't have brought some type of footage for The Flash, Aquaman 2, or Batgirl. Even an update from Blue Beetle would've been nice.
Shit
— The Reel RapNerd 🎃🦇 (@TheReelRapNerd) July 24, 2022
DAVID ZASLAV SPEND SOME FUCKING MONEY AND DO DC FANDOME 2022
blue beetle, the flash, batgirl, superman update, zatanna update, green lantern update, the batman 2, penguin show, arkham show the rocks veiny cock SHOW US SOMETHING pic.twitter.com/aAHapEBRH8
— 🦇 (@gothamfreak_) July 24, 2022
in the old days, they would have had some kind of sizzle reel with whatever footage they have of upcoming films…maybe some quick bts of Aquaman. New Look at Batgirl, or first official photo of Blue Beetle…first look at Keaton in The Flash…or some tiny Flash vid. ANYTHING
— alex marco (@TheAlexMarco) July 25, 2022
/ yes. i know matt reeves said he was just starting to write the script for The Batman 2. yes. i know. but why WASNT HE AT SDCC
— it needs hope. (@REQUlTER) July 24, 2022
The two reasons why DC didn't show Flash or Aquaman at SDCC:
1. The Miller and Heard cases are still hot it peoples' minds. They don't want the bad PR associated with that.
2. The VFX are probably still very rough. That's why they had to pish them back to begin with.
— Taylor (@Inspecter797) July 24, 2022
Variety already clarified, that Aquaman 2 and The Flash wasn't in SDCC because of Amber Heard and Ezra scandals
— Comemix ➐ (@CJ_Fera) July 24, 2022
The #SDCC WB panel: Everyone put a lot of stock into the Cavill rumor. Bummed it didn't happen but to be fair, THEY didn't say it would happen. HOWEVER, just Shazam/Black Adam for a full Hall H panel? Where is Aquaman 2? The Flash? I mean I get the issues with cast but something?
— Kristian Harloff (@KristianHarloff) July 23, 2022
Come On not even The Batman 2 and Joker 2 were announced at SDCC or the Flash trailer.. Black Canary Zatanna, Batgirl, Green Lantern is in limbo.
— Arthur Varlet (@avarlet95) July 24, 2022
If I'm honest I was a little disappointed with DC at SDCC because I thought there would of been more news in terms of the DCAU/Flash or Aquaman. WB are in fucking shambles and got obliterated by Marvel. On the plus side though I'm VERY excited for Shazam and Black Adam https://t.co/fSgrLPZ9Bv
— Po 🐼 (@posaidwhat) July 24, 2022
No discussion of Blue Beetle, No discussion of Static, No discussion of Batgirl, No discussion of The Milestone Universe, No discussion of Green Lantern Corps, No Aquaman why did DC even show up to SDCC???
— Material Blerd! 🪄 (@Blerdybynature) July 24, 2022
I find it funny but not surprising how Marvel comes into SDCC with 2 new trailers and lays out plans for the next 3 years and DC comes in with 2 trailers and… that's it. No Aquaman or Flash. No Batgirl, Green Lantern, Superman, nadda.
Maybe there'll be more at Fandome.— Richard Alexander (@BritishMonkey92) July 24, 2022
DC needs to have a DC fandome this year.
— The Moonlight Warrior 🌙 (@BlackMajikMan90) July 24, 2022
not DC only announced 2 of their films in SDCC, no The Batman 2, no Aquaman, no The Flash. This is embarassing
— GeraldKwee (@gerald_kwee) July 24, 2022
It’s really hard to keep defending DC when they come to Comic Con after years of not being there, and only show 2 movies, both of which come out in the next 5 month.
No new announcements, no Batgirl, no Blue Beetle, no Aquaman 2.
— Sam (@samshawmedia) July 24, 2022
DC only having #BlackAdam & #Shazam without talking about the flash or Aquaman (for obvious reasons)…no Batgirl, Blue Beetle, et al…is pretty damn unfortunate. #SDCC #DCSDCC
— Henry (@ohlaboday) July 25, 2022
Wait, DC did their panel at #SDCC and we didn't get any news on Aquaman, WW3, Blue Beetle, the new Superman & Lois cartoon, the upcoming seasons of Doom Patrol & Titans. They really just showed up with 2 movies?!! pic.twitter.com/5wfZJ4iNKG
— The Best Bi (@iamcalel) July 24, 2022
I firmly believe that some footage from Aquaman 2, Batgirl and The Flash (even if it was Supergirl or Batman) should have been shown at SDCC. Even something from Titan's. Why have so much advertising for Superman and Lois and have both Tyler and Bitsie there and not do something!
— Daily Geekly (@capeofjustice) July 24, 2022
Henry Cavill’s no-show at SDCC after the rumor mill was clearly felt during Black Adam’s panel. In fact, Dwayne Johnson’s comment regarding Superman, which may have implied Cavill might not play the role – had attendees booing. It’s still uncertain what the future lies for a potential crossover between the two powerhouses.
With a muted #SDCC panel that only showcased two 2022 films, Warner Bros. and DC avoided having to address the controversies surrounding "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom" actress Amber Heard and "The Flash" star Ezra Miller. https://t.co/UsaKyGikBQ
— Variety (@Variety) July 25, 2022
It also prompted many to wonder if the studio could bring back DCFanDome, which Deadline suggests is still happening this year. It can be argued the virtual event would be the perfect arena to involve Miller and Amber Heard, two controversial stars likely to face backlash if they are to appear on a Hall-H-type panel that attracts a massive crowd.
It remains to be seen if WBD decides to revive DCFanDome to unveil their future slate. It would be the perfect arena to reveal their DC head executive as well.
