Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom: All You Need to Know

Aquaman 2, titled "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom," is set to release later this year. Despite its imminent arrival, there has been a remarkable lack of discussion surrounding the highly anticipated DCEU film.

Aquaman 2 currently lacks any promotional material, most likely because of ongoing changes in the DCEU. The new director, James Gunn, is making room for a fresh DC franchise by cutting several projects loose. Here is everything we know about the status of Aquaman 2.

Aquaman 2 release date: When is it coming out?

Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom is scheduled to release in cinemas on December 22, 2023.

The movie has experienced its third delay since it was first announced. Originally planned for release on December 16, 2022, it was then pushed back to March 17, 2023, and later rescheduled to December 2023.

Production for the film commenced in early June 2021, with filming in London beginning in July 2021, led by Jason Momoa. The filming process concluded in January 2022, but underwent three subsequent rounds of reshoots.

Aquaman 2 trailer: Is there a trailer?

The first trailer for Aquaman 2 released on September 14, 2023 and can be seen below:

In the trailer, we witness Arthur Curry enjoying a peaceful domestic existence while simultaneously managing his duties as the sovereign of Atlantis. However, when his adversary Black Manta, who is now enhanced by the formidable Black Trident, launches an assault, Aquaman is compelled to seek assistance from his estranged sibling Orm in order to fend off this perilous danger.

Aquaman 2 cast: Who is working on the movie?

The main cast for Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom is as follows:

Jason Momoa as Arthur Curry, aka Aquaman

Amber Heard as Mera

Yahya Abdul–Mateen II as Black Manta

Patrick Wilson as Orm

Willem Dafoe as Nuidis

Temuera Morrison as Tom Curry

Nicole Kidman as Atlanna

Dolph Lundgren as King Nereus

Randall Park as Dr. Stephen Shin

Vincent Regan as Atlan

Jani Zhao as Stingray

Indya Moore as Karshon

Pilou Asbæk as an undisclosed role

Momoa also helped with the writing of the movie, alongside writer David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick and director James Wan.

Aquaman 2 plot: What happens in the sequel?

Warner Bros. Discovery has revealed the official synopsis of Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom.

After failing to defeat Aquaman in their previous encounter, a determined Black Manta is driven by the desire to avenge his father's death. With relentless determination, he will go to any lengths to finally bring Aquaman down. This time, Black Manta is even more powerful, wielding the legendary Black Trident which possesses an ancient and malevolent force.

In order to triumph over this formidable adversary, Aquaman must seek the help of his imprisoned brother Orm, the former King of Atlantis. Despite their differences, the two must forge an unlikely alliance to protect their kingdom, save Aquaman's family, and prevent irreversible destruction from befalling the world.

Director James Wan stated in an interview with EW that Amber Heard's character, Mera, will have a lesser role in The Lost Kingdom compared to the first film. However, Wan clarifies that he had always envisioned the second movie to focus more on the bond between Orm and Aquaman, rather than on Mera, and her reduced role is not a result of her recent lawsuit. As more information becomes available, this article will be updated. For additional DC content, click here, and feel free to explore our other superhero hubs below.

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