Everything About Aquaman 2: Release Date, Trailer, Amber Heard's Return & More

Jonathan Hayda
Sep 13, 2023
Sep 25, 2023

After the success of its first installment, Warner Bros. has announced Aquaman 2’s release date. Aquaman 2 (a.k.a. Aquaman: The Lost Kingdom) has been drawing a lot of attention from DC fans. Find out here everything about the second iteration of Atlantis: release date, trailer, cast, plot, controversy, where to stream, and much more!

Aquaman 2 Release Date

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Aquaman 2’s release date in theaters will be on December 20, 2023 in the US and on December 29, 2023 in the UK. The initial release date was December 16, 2022, but was later moved to March 17, 2023 to give time for VFX to be completed. In order to spread out the cost of 2023's promotion, Warner Bros. then moved it to December 20, 2023.

In July, rumors circulated that Warner Bros. might delay the releases of "Dune Part Two," "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom," and "The Color Purple" until 2024.

This consideration stemmed from the ongoing strikes involving writers and actors' unions, which prohibited their members from promoting projects affiliated with struck companies during the strike. Ultimately, Warner Bros. decided to postpone only "Dune Part Two."

Aquaman 2 Trailer: Is There Any Footage Yet?

Although the full trailer is still a few days away, Aquaman 2 has released a teaser that provides a glimpse of the spectacle that awaits.

Additionally, the teaser hints at the return of Aquaman's former adversaries, Orm and Black Manta. Get ready for an ocean of excitement!

Aquaman 2 Cast: Who's Returning To Save Atlantis And The World?

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Obviously Jason Momoa will be reprising his role as Arthur Curry, aka Aquaman and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as Black Manta. Pilou Asbæk will also be playing role in Aquaman 2, though his role is still undisclosed. Notably, Ben Affleck will make an appearance as Batman, and there are reports of Michael Keaton reprising his Batman role. Julie Andrews may also return as Karathen.

Actor/Actress	Role in Aquaman 2
Amber Heard	Mera
Vincent Regan	Atlan
Jani Zhao	Stingray
Patrick Wilson	Orm
Willem Dafoe	Nuidis
Temuera Morrison	Tom Curry
Nicole Kidman	Atlanna
Dolph Lundgren	King Nereus
Randall Park	Dr. Stephen Shin

Aquaman 2 - Amber Heard's Return?

Beside Aquaman 2’s release date, Warner Bros. has also officially confirmed that Amber Heard will reprise her role as Mera in the sequel to Aquaman, despite her recent controversies, particularly her legal battles with Johnny Depp, which garnered significant negative attention.

Heard's unexpected return to Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom was unveiled in the movie's teaser trailer. Given her controversial history, this announcement came as a surprise to many.

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Aquaman 2 - Emilia Clarke Starring?

Despite fan anticipation and discussions about the possibility of Emilia Clarke taking over the role of Mera in Aquaman 2, Warner Bros. did not recast the character for the upcoming sequel, Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom.

However, the possibility of recasting the character in the future remains as the DC Extended Universe undergoes reboots and changes under the direction of James Gunn and Peter Safran. Fans may still hold out hope to see Emilia Clarke don the mantle of Mera in future DC projects.

What Will Be Happening This Time In Atlantis?

Based on the released synopsis by Warner Bros., Discover:

Black Manta, still motivated by his thirst for revenge over his father's death and a previous defeat by Aquaman, is determined to bring down the underwater hero. Now armed with the powerful Black Trident, which holds an ancient and sinister force, Black Manta will pose a significant threat to Aquaman.

To counter this formidable adversary, Aquaman must seek an unlikely alliance with his imprisoned brother, Orm, the former King of Atlantis. Together, they must overcome their differences and work together to protect their kingdom, save Aquaman's family, and prevent irreversible destruction from befalling the world.

Where Can I Stream Aquaman 2?

As of now, the focus will be on Aquaman 2’s release date in theaters. There is no clear information on when Aquaman 2 will be streamed online. However, it will likely be available to stream on Max (formerly HBO Max) in the near future.

Conclusion: Aquaman 2's Release Date

While there were rumors of potential delays for the release of Aquaman 2 due to ongoing industry strikes, Warner Bros. decided to stick to the scheduled release date. The much-anticipated movie is set to unveil its first trailer, and the studio has already teased the excitement with a trailer for the trailer.

Despite earlier speculations, Amber Heard has been confirmed to reprise her role as Mera in the sequel. As fans eagerly await the return of their favorite underwater superhero, Aquaman 2’s release date remains unchanged, promising an action-packed adventure to hit theaters soon.