Exciting Possibility: A Potential DCU Crossover Movie on the Horizon?
The world of the DC Universe (DCU) is buzzing with speculation about a potential crossover movie, thanks to a recent trademark filing that has fans excited. Under the creative direction of James Gunn and Peter Safran, the DCU officially kicked off in December 2024 with the animated series Creature Commandos. This was followed by Gunn’s highly anticipated Superman film, set to hit theaters in July 2025, and the conclusion of Peacemaker Season 2 on HBO Max earlier this month.
So, what might this intriguing crossover movie be? According to Knight Edge Media, DC Studios has just registered a copyright trademark for Salvation Run. While this filing does not guarantee that a Salvation Run movie is in the works, it certainly opens the door to exciting possibilities, especially in light of the dramatic finale of Peacemaker Season 2.
In the season finale, viewers witnessed John Cena’s character, Christopher Smith (Peacemaker), being kidnapped and sent to a new planet called Salvation. This planet is intended to serve as a prison for metahumans, a concept that aligns closely with the original Salvation Run storyline from DC Comics. This seven-issue miniseries, penned by Bill Willingham and Lilah Sturges, features some of DC’s most infamous supervillains exiled to planet Cygnus 4019, where they must fight to survive.
With the narrative elements introduced in Peacemaker Season 2, it’s clear that Gunn and Safran are laying the groundwork for the Salvation storyline. However, the trademark filing could simply be a precautionary measure by the studio to secure their intellectual property. It’s also possible that the Salvation storyline may unfold in other upcoming DCU movies or TV shows, such as Man of Tomorrow, without necessarily leading to a standalone crossover film.
Furthermore, Knight Edge Media notes that this trademark filing is related to the Bane/Deathstroke movie currently in development, suggesting that DC Studios has several projects in the pipeline.
As the DCU continues to evolve, fans can expect more clarity about its overarching narrative by 2026, with the anticipated release of the Lanterns HBO series, Craig Gillespie’s Supergirl movie, and James Watkins’ Clayface film.
At this point, there has been no official announcement from DC Studios or Warner Bros. Pictures regarding a Salvation Run crossover movie, but the excitement is palpable as fans eagerly await more news. Keep an eye out for updates, as the future of the DCU looks promising!
