While fans continue to wonder what the upcoming DC Universe holds, a recent report from Variety suggests that Warner Bros. Discovery is ready to start completely fresh. A new report centered on the upcoming Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom also provides some information on what the future holds for the past iteration of the DC Universe.
Specifically, Variety notes that “none” of the star cast from Zack Snyder’s 2016 Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice or 2017 Justice League film are set to return to the new DCU. This includes stars Ben Affleck, Henry Cavill, Gal Gadot, Ezra Miller, and even Jason Momoa, who Variety says will not reprise their roles going forward. However, when it comes to Momoa, the report notes that he may return to the DCU as Lobo instead of Aquaman, with sources telling Variety that Momoa has been in discussion with Warner Bros. Discovery to play the character in either the upcoming Superman: Legacy or in a standalone film.
What do we know about Momoa’s future in the DCU?
For months, rumors of Momoa potentially leaving the DC Universe or even switching up roles and stepping down as Aquaman to play Lobo have been floating around. DC Studios co-head Peter Safran spoke about Momoa’s future earlier this year, where he said that he expects Momoa will have a place in the DCU “for many years to come,” whether it be as Aquaman or someone else.
Momoa himself also hinted at a possible shake-up at the beginning of the year, saying that he would “always be” Aquaman, but may play other characters in the future. He also confirmed that he had met with Warner Bros. Discovery and had “great news” to share at some point.
