Top 5 Characters I Want to See in The New DCU
Ever since James Gunn revealed part one of the new DCU slate, there’s been an overall positive and enthusiastic response from many fans of DC Comics.
I myself am extremely excited to see other comic characters (besides Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman) finally getting the spotlight they deserve.
Which is why I’ve made my own list of Top 5 Character I Want to See in The New DCU. Note: I also did something similar like this to my The Batman 2 post if you want to check it out for reference.
Other then the DCAU and Arrow-Verse, J’onn J’onzz aka Martian Manhunter hasn’t made a single appearance in any DC live action films.
Which is disappointing since Martian Manhunter is one of the seven Justice League members from the original comics. Since James Gunn is a big fan of this, I can definitely see him incorporating MM into the franchise.
Perhaps even introducing him in Superman: Legacy.
Despite appearing previously in Birds of Prey (2020), Black Canary has yet to be a main protagonist in any DC films. Considering how she’s associated with the Bat Family, I think she should appear in The Brave and The Bold.
Canary could also introduce Green Arrow as well.
If you’ve ever watched Justice League: Doom or the JL cartoon, you’ll definitely know who Vandal Savage is. Possibilities for this character as endless, ironic considering how he’s basically immortal.
In terms of where he could come in is up for speculation. Booster Gold maybe?
Apart from Lex Luthor and General Zod, Superman has a ton of other villains that haven’t been used. One of them is Brainiac. In most versions Brainiac is an AI alien supercomputer that shrinks and collects planets (sometimes even destroys them).
The concept alone is perfect for a main antagonist for a phase 1 end boss. Most likely Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow.
Not to be confused with the 2005 Keanu Reeves film version, John Constantine is an occult detective and a wisecracking alcoholic warlock from Great Britain.
I absolutely love the character! Right down to his deadpan snarky humour!
As to where he could make his first appearance, I’d say the Swamp Thing movie would be perfect for him. Considering that’s when he first appeared in the comics with Swamp Thing.
That’s my top five characters, let me know what you think and who you want to see in the new DCU?