Status of Justice League Revealed by DC Studios

DC Studios has officially clarified the current state of the Justice League in the new DC Universe (DCU). Fans have been eagerly waiting for updates on when and how the iconic superhero team will appear. James Gunn has now shared some key insights.

Current Status of the Justice League

Moreover, James Gunn confirmed:

“There is no Justice League (yet) in the DCU.”

As of now, the only classic Justice League member introduced is Superman (David Corenswet), who stars in his solo 2025 film. This emphasizes that the DCU is gradually building its superhero roster rather than presenting the full team immediately.

Temporary Heroes: The Justice Gang

Although the official Justice League has not yet formed, a temporary team called the Justice Gang has already made appearances. Specifically, this team, which was introduced in the Superman film, includes:

Guy Gardner / Green Lantern
Hawkgirl
Mr. Terrific

The team also appeared in the Season 2 recap of Peacemaker, alongside Superman and Milly Alcock’s Supergirl, giving fans a glimpse of their dynamics before the full superhero team emerges.

DCU Projects Leading to the Justice League

Meanwhile, several DCU projects are steadily paving the way for the eventual formation of the Justice League:

Creature Commandos (Dec 2024)
Superman (Jul 2025)
Peacemaker Season 2 (Aug 2025)

Each project introduces key characters and story elements that will connect to the larger DCU narrative. With this approach, James Gunn is ensuring that the team’s eventual formation will feel organic and impactful when it finally arrives.

Fans can anticipate the official formation of the superhero team in Chapter One: Gods and Monsters. Gunn has hinted that this pivotal moment will mark a significant milestone in the DCU, uniting heroes and setting the stage for large-scale stories that honor their legacy while creating fresh narratives for new audiences.

Ultimately, while the Justice League has yet to appear, DC Studios’ careful pacing ensures that its eventual introduction will be highly anticipated and narratively satisfying.