Superhero Fatigue? Not in the New DCU — Here’s How Many Movies We’re Actually Getting

The DCU is finally lifting off — and I’m not just talking about Superman soaring above Metropolis. With James Gunn’s Superman making serious waves at the box office, Warner Bros. has pulled back the curtain just enough to show us what’s next.

And while the exact dates remain hush-hush for most upcoming titles, we now officially know how many DC movies to expect each year. Drumroll, please… it’s one or two films per year. And you know what? I’m genuinely thrilled.

Sure, some fans will probably groan — especially those used to Marvel’s jam-packed schedule of three or more blockbusters a year (not to mention the Disney+ avalanche).

But honestly? That overload is what led us straight into the dreaded "superhero fatigue" era. Warner Bros. seems to be taking notes — and course-correcting. Instead of flooding us, they’re giving each DCU story room to breathe, develop, and matter.

Take 2026 for example: we’re getting Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow (with Milly Alcock, and yes, I’m already obsessed) and Clayface from horror maestro Mike Flanagan. Plus, the Lanterns HBO series is set to drop next year too — no firm date yet, but production’s underway.

This kind of measured rollout tells me DC isn’t chasing Marvel’s past — they’re creating their own path forward. And as someone who found Superman to be a much-needed breath of fresh air, I’m fully here for this slower, smarter approach.

Of course, not everything's gone smoothly — the Waller series seems to have vanished into thin air, and Gunn himself admitted one mystery project was scrapped. But even that shows discernment. I’d much rather have quality over quantity, and it seems like Gunn and Safran feel the same.

So, will one or two movies a year be enough for DC fans? If each one hits like Superman did, then absolutely yes. Let Marvel keep running the treadmill — I’m ready for a DCU that takes its time and delivers real power punches.