Last year, DC FanDome premiered as a virtual celebration for fans of the DC multiverse. It was filled with exciting announcements that included the first teaser trailer for Zack Snyder’s Justice League and a full cast reveal for James Gunn’s The Suicide Squad. Returning this year as DC FanDome 2021, looks at upcoming DC comics, movies, shows, and games have already been teased. Fans can expect a new trailer for The Batman movie, fresh looks at shows like Batwoman, The Flash, and Superman & Lois, reveals of Gotham Knights and Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, and more. Here’s everything you need to know to tune in so you don’t miss it.
When is DC FanDome 2021?
DC FanDome 2021 returns on Saturday, October 16, 2021, starting at 10 am PT/1 pm ET/6pm BST. For folks tuning in from Australia, that’s Sunday, October 17 at 3 am AEST.
Where to Watch DC FanDome 2021?
DC FanDome 2021 is a free streaming event you can watch wherever as long as you have a steady internet connection. It will be broadcasting directly from DCFanDome.com and we’ll also be carrying it on some of our platforms. Here’s the full list of places you can watch DC FanDome 2021:
DC FanDome 2021 Schedule
The schedule for DC FanDome 2021 has yet to be revealed so make sure to check back as we’ll update this article as more information is revealed.
- DC FanDome 2021 – Saturday, October 16 at 10 am PT
What to Expect at DC FanDome 2021
In the DC FanDome 2021 announcement, Warner Bros. said fans would be able “to immerse themselves in the DC Multiverse” again, so if the event is anything like last year, there will be a handful of “universes”, each with different themes, like last year’s WatchVerse and InsiderVerse, where fans could watch various talent-led panels or get a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into creating some of their favorite DC properties.
As for what you can expect to hear about and see, the lineup is looking fairly stacked. Though there are always predictions you could make about potential surprises, it seems like WB has revealed a lot of what we can expect to see. Here’s some of the movies, games, comics, and shows that have been confirmed for DC FanDome 2021:
Updates on Batman, Black Adam, Flash, Shazam, and Aquaman Movies
WB confirmed fans can expect an exclusive new trailer for The Batman movie, which is due out on March 4, 2022 and stars Robert Pattinson, Zoe Kravitz, Jeffrey Wright, Colin Farrel, Andy Serkis, Paul Dano, and more.
There will also be updates on other upcoming movies that include a first look at Black Adam, a sneak peek at The Flash, and behind-the-scenes looks at Shazam! Fury of the Gods and Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom.
News around Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League and Gotham Knights Games
WB also confirmed new reveals for Rocksteady’s Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League and Warner Bros. Games Montréal’s Gotham Knights.
New Looks and Updates on Peacemaker, Batwoman, The Flash, Superman & Lois, and More Shows
An exclusive look at the upcoming HBO Max series Peacemaker starring John Cena was confirmed to make an appearance, alongside looks at upcoming seasons of The Flash, Superman & Lois, Batwoman, Titans, Doom Patrol, and Sweet Tooth.
Previews of Upcoming DC Animated Movies
Fans of DC animated movies can look forward to a peek at the Injustice animated movie as well as a premiere trailer for Catwoman: Hunted.
News on Wonder Woman, Batman, Black Manta Comics, and More
Three new comics touching on Wonder Woman history, mythos, and impact will be included, as news about Batman: Fear State, another installation of the Batman/Fortnite crossover comic, an upcoming series for Black Manta, and more.
This isn’t an exhaustive list of what WB has revealed about the DC FanDome 2021 lineup and there may even be some surprises in store. Make sure to check back as we’ll be covering all of the biggest announcements out of the show.
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