DC fans are rushing to theaters for another dose of Jason Momoa's superhero in Aquaman 2. But just how long is the sequel? Here's everything you need to know about the highly anticipated film. Featuring Jason Momoa, Patrick Wilson, and Amber Heard, the aquatic hero returns for more thrilling adventures after his solo debut in 2018.
Get ready for Aquaman 2 with this synopsis: Black Manta, armed with the legendary Black Trident, summons a dangerous force to challenge Aquaman once again. Seeking to stop his reign of terror, Aquaman joins forces with his brother Orm, the ex-king of Atlantis, to protect their kingdom and prevent irreversible destruction. And before you grab your popcorn, find out just how long the movie is.
How long is Aquaman 2?
Aquaman 2 has a total runtime of 2 hours and 4 minutes.
This is slightly shorter than the original Aquaman movie, which came in at 2 hours and 23 minutes.
Other DCEU film runtimes look as follows:
Zack Snyder’s Justice League (2021) – 4 hours 2 minutes
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016) – 2 hours 32 minutes
Wonder Woman 1984 (2020) – 2 hours 31 minutes
Man of Steel (2013) – 2 hours 23 minutes
Aquaman (2018) – 2 hours 23 minutes
Wonder Woman (2017) – 2 hours 21 minutes
Shazam! (2019) – 2 hours 12 minutes
The Suicide Squad (2021) – 2 hours 12 minutes
Shazam! Fury of the Gods (2023) – 2 hours 10 minutes
Black Adam (2022) – 2 hours 5 minutes
Suicide Squad (2016) – 2 hours 5 minutes
Justice League (2017) – 2 hours
Harley Quinn: Birds of Prey (2020) – 1 hour 49 minutes
Blue Beetle (2023) – 2 hours, 7 minutes.
Early reports and trailers suggested that Aquaman 2's runtime was shortened due to the removal of several DC cameos and uncertainty surrounding Amber Heard's role as Mera. Despite the shorter runtime, initial reactions to Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom have been less than positive.
"#AquamanAndTheLostKingdom faces multiple issues including a weak villain, an underwhelming ending, and cringey dialogue. The VFX are not up to par (could it be the 3D effect?). However, Arthur & Orm's interactions provide some enjoyment, so there's that?""Jeremy Jahns went as far as to say that Aquaman 2 was worse than The Flash, which is hard to believe," another viewer commented, with a third adding their thoughts, "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom is a chaotic film: the plot, special effects, and overall impact are all lacking, ultimately leaving a feeling of emptiness and insignificance."
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Editor's P/S
As an enthusiastic fan of the DC Extended Universe (DCEU), I eagerly awaited the release of Aquaman 2, hoping for an epic adventure that would surpass its predecessor. While the film's runtime of 2 hours and 4 minutes seemed promising, early reports and trailers hinted at potential issues, including the removal of DC cameos and concerns surrounding Amber Heard's role.
Despite my initial excitement, the negative reactions from critics and viewers have left me disappointed. The consensus seems to be that Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom falls short in several areas, including a weak villain, an underwhelming ending, and cringe-worthy dialogue. The visual effects are also said to be subpar, which is surprising considering the DCEU's track record of impressive visuals.