Discover the Jurassic League Animated DC Studios movie: Canon or Elseworlds? Exciting twists await in this unique DC Comics venture!
In an unexpected turn of events, reports are circulating that a new animated movie focusing on the Jurassic League is currently in development at DC Studios, under the guidance of James Gunn and Peter Safran. But the burning question on everyone’s mind is whether this unique project will be part of the DC Universe (DCU) canon or if it will exist as an Elseworlds title.
According to trade reporter turned online scooper Jeff Sneider, the film is set to be produced by James Gunn, with Brian Lynch, known for his work on “Minions” and “Puss In Boots,” penning the script.
The concept of the Jurassic League was brought to life by writer Daniel Warren Johnson and illustrator Juan Gedeon in a recent six-issue miniseries that debuted in 2022. The series introduced a prehistoric twist to the Justice League, featuring a team of super-powered dinosaurs who band together to defend Earth from the villainous Darkseid.
The synopsis for the collected hardcover edition of the miniseries reads, “Join us and bear witness to a brand-new—yet older than time—adventure and experience the Justice League as you have never seen them before!”
The team, comprised of dinosaur counterparts to iconic DC heroes, includes Wonderdon (resembling Wonder Woman), Batsaur (a Batman-inspired Allosaurus), and Brachiosaurus-Supersaur (an analog to Superman). Other members such as Aquanyx, Flashraptor, and Green Torch join the dinosaur-themed Trinity as the story unfolds.
While the Jurassic League is set in an alternate reality designated Earth-27, recent announcements suggest that they will also appear in the pages of “Batman: The Brave and the Bold” as a backup story, further solidifying their presence in DC Comics lore.
However, the looming question remains: Will the upcoming animated movie be considered part of the main DCU continuity or will it exist as a standalone Elseworlds tale? Fans are eagerly awaiting clarification from James Gunn or Warner Bros.
Gunn has previously expressed his desire for the DCU to encompass a wide range of media, including film, television, video games, and animation, as evidenced by projects like “Creature Commandos.” Yet, it’s uncertain how the anthropomorphic incarnation of the Justice League will fit into the current lineup of DC stories.
As speculation mounts, fans are also curious about whether the movie will see a theatrical release or be developed exclusively for the streaming platform Max.
In conclusion, while details surrounding the Jurassic League animated movie are still murky, its potential to expand the creative boundaries of the DC Universe is undeniable. Whether it joins the ranks of canonical DCU stories or carves out its own niche in the Elseworlds multiverse remains to be seen.
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