DCfans are in between cinematic universes at the moment. However,McFarlane Toyshas been hard at work creating action figures based on our favorite heroes that make up this iconic comics universe for almost half a decade. This includes theirretroDC Super Powers line, which has captured the spirit of the toys that filled store shelves in the 80s and 90s. Now McFarlane has just announced Wave 8 of the nostalgic line, including heavy hitters on both the hero and villain side.
This latest wave includes four main 4.5 inch scale figures. These would beBooster Gold, Guy Gardner’s Green Lantern, Black Manta and Metamorpho. However, if you buy the Case of 6 from Entertainment Earth, the set will also includeBatman from the classic graphic novelThe Dark Knight Returnsand Superman from Dave Fleischer’s revolutionary animated serialsfrom the early 40s alongside the other four figures.Fleischer’sSupermanrecently came to Blu-rayfor the first time last year, whileDark Knight Returnshas been adapted more than a few times over the decades. This includes theBatman: The Animated Seriesepisode “Legends Of The Dark Knight” and the faithful two-part animated direct-to-video film from the early 2010s. Other characters like Black Manta moviegoers should be very familiar with by now, as the villain was in bothJames WanAquamanfilms, portrayed byYahya Abdul-Mateen II.
The Future of the DCU is Bright
While the DCEU that we knew for the last decade ended with last year’sAquaman and the Lost Kingdom, 2024 will see the start ofJames Gunn’s new DCU with the Max animated seriesCreature Commandos. This is a preview of the universe before Gunn’s DCU makes its big screen debut in 2025 withSuperman. This is an adventure that will haveDavid Corenswetstep into the Man of Steel’s iconic red boots for the very first time. However, Superman isn’t the only beloved Justice League member in his self-titled film.Nathan Fillionwill be taking on the role of Guy Gardner whileAnthony Carriganwill be shapeshifting into Metamorpho. Again, these are two DC heroes featured in McFarlane’s latest wave. Other characters DC fans will see pop up inSupermanwill includeMilly Alcock’s Supergirl,Isabela Merced’s Hawkgirl,Edi Gathegi’s Mister Terrific,Nicholas Hoult’s Lex Luther andRachel Brosnahan’s Lois Lane.Supermanwill lead the way for other DC projects in the universe, like the Batman-centricThe Brave and the Bold,Teen Titans,Swamp Thing,Supergirl: Woman of TomorrowandBooster Gold.
Supermanflies into theaters on August 04, 2025. Until then, you’re able to pre-order McFarlane Toys DC Super Powers Wave 8 onEntertainment Earth’s website. The figures are set to be released in August 2024.
Follows the titular superhero as he reconciles his heritage with his human upbringing. He is the embodiment of truth, justice and the American way in a world that views kindness as old-fashioned.
