DC's Animation History
DC Comics has a long and storied history with animated movies and series. The first DC animated movie was Superman in 1941, but the most famous is likely Batman: The Animated Series, which aired between 1992 and 1995. Since then, DC has produced dozens of animated movies and series, ranging from direct-to-video releases to full-length theatrical films. DC's animated movies have been generally well-received, with some of them even garnering Academy Award nominations.
What We Know So Far About DC's 2022 Animated Movies
Though it's still early, there are already a few DC animated movies in the works for 2022. The most talked-about project is Batman: The Long Halloween, which is based on the eponymous comic book series by Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale. The movie is being directed by Jay Oliva, who has worked on a number of DC animated projects in the past, including Batman: The Dark Knight Returns and Justice League: The Flashpoint Paradox.
Another highly anticipated animated movie is The Death of Superman, which is based on the iconic comic book story arc from the early 1990s. This movie is being directed by Jake Castorena, who has worked on a number of DC animated projects in the past, including Justice League: War and Teen Titans: The Judas Contract. It's unclear if this movie will be a direct-to-video release or a theatrical film.
What Else Might We See?
In addition to the two movies mentioned above, there are a few other DC animated projects that could potentially be released in 2022. One of these is a possible sequel to Batman: The Killing Joke, which was released in 2016. There has been no official confirmation of this project, but it would make sense for DC to capitalize on the success of the original movie.
Another possible release is a sequel to Batman: Mask of the Phantasm, which was released in 1993. This movie was a critical and commercial success, so it's not out of the realm of possibility that DC would want to capitalize on its success with a sequel. However, there have been no official confirmations at this time.
It's also possible that we could see a sequel to Superman: Doomsday, which was released in 2007. This movie was a direct-to-video release, so it's unclear if DC would want to make a sequel to it or not. But if they do, it could be a great way to continue the story of the Man of Steel.
Which DC Animated Movie Are You Most Excited For?
There is a lot to look forward to when it comes to DC's 2022 animated movies. With Batman: The Long Halloween, The Death of Superman, and possibly even sequels to Batman: The Killing Joke and Superman: Doomsday, there is plenty to keep fans of the DC universe excited. What DC animated movie are you most looking forward to in 2022? Let us know in the comments below!
