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If there is no further development of the character or the franchise in a comic book film, what good is it to watch? Such questionsfrom die-hard DCEU fans are almost certain, and they may decide not to see the upcomingAquamansequel film starring Jason Momoa.
Aquaman and the Lost Kingdomis just a few days away. Fans’ opinions of James Wan’s film are currently divided because this is formally the last DCEU movie.The film’s predecessor, one of the most successful DC movies ever, earned over $1 billion in box office receipts worldwide and received positive reviews from critics. It was because of this that Warner Bros. approved a sequel.
Nonetheless, what at first glance seemed like yet another exciting franchise addition has sparked an unanticipated firestorm. When it comes to deciphering the movie’s post-credits scene and its implications for the DCEU’s future, fans are split and clinging to their comic book knowledge.
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Aquaman 2’s Post-Credits Scene Sends Shockwaves Among DCEU Fans
This upcoming Warner Bros. Pictures filmAquaman and the Lost Kingdomwill feature at least one post-credit scene, according to information obtained fromThe Cinephile Hub. Despite the studio’s uncertain futures, the DC filmsShazam! Fury of the Gods, Black Adam,andThe Flashthis year all featured post-credit scenes. Thus, there will also be a post-credit scene inAquaman and the Lost Kingdom.
There was a post-credit scene in the original draft ofAquaman and the Lost Kingdomwhere Batman and Aquaman talked about an impending threat. This would lay the groundwork for Arthur Curry’s future plot.In the meantime, Angel Amaral, the podcaster forGOAT Movie Podcast,recently tweeted onXabout the movie’s post-credit scene, claiming that:
I can confirm#AquamanAndTheLostKingdomhas ONE post credit scene 👀#WBPartnerpic.twitter.com/hOC3buty4J
— BLURAYANGEL 🦇 (@blurayangel)June 15, 2025
This ultimately gave many people the impression that the franchise might be coming to an end. The fandom has experienced a wide range of emotions, as was to be expected. One of the commonly believed theories that emerged from the aftermath ofAquaman 2‘s post-credits scene is the potential demise of the DCEU.
Here are some comments from fans:
What is even the point? The universe is over 💀
— Zoon (@ZoonTheLoon28)July 03, 2025
Why is that? Is it just a fun one, or does this potentially lead to something? Cause the DCEU is done now
— Donuts (@MichaelCarneyV)August 05, 2025
I can confirm I’ll already be asleep by the time the DC logo pops up, I only made it to the WB logo for Aquaman 1 so I’m detecting an improvement
— TOM ⚡ TRP ⚡ PURSLEY (@tomTRPpursley)June 27, 2025
Too bad no one’s gonna see it
— Jercorian Lewis hates LGBT/ POC’s (@LastS0n)August 01, 2025
Sorry. Looks like WB just found the word “REBOOT” in the dictionary. 🤣
— Brandon Spain (@BrandonSpa85363)July 17, 2025
Thus, this may make many fans sad, but it also presents interesting opportunities.
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Why the Lack of DCEU Ties inAquaman 2May Be a Good Thing?
Many people have grown to adoreJason Momoa‘s portrayal of Aquaman. Eliminating any connections to the DCEU might be advantageous for him, and if the follow-up is well received, it leaves his future open. Even if the majority of the other actors are not coming back, James Gunn and Peter Safran may decide to keep Momoa in the role of Aquaman.
The directorJames Wanprovided an update regarding Aquaman 2’s connection to the DCEU in a September interview withEntertainment Weekly. When asked if any DCEU heroes would appear in the upcoming sequel, the director responded, “No comment”,saying it is
“Not connected in any way to any of those films”.
It might also helpAquaman 2at the box office because, as demonstrated by the performances ofBlack Adam, Shazam! Fury of the Gods,andThe Flash, audiences have consistently shown a lack of interest in the DCEU.
Boxoffice Proprojects thatAquaman and the Lost Kingdomwill take in between $32 million and $42 million at opening, and a long-term projection puts its domestic run total between $105 million and $168 million.It is the fifteenth and last chapter in the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) and the follow-up toAquaman(2018).
Unquestionably,Aquaman 2will have an impact on the DCEU going forward, especially after the post-credits scene that leaves fans feeling uneasy.
The release date ofAquaman and the Lost Kingdomis scheduled for June 17, 2025.
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