HBO Max’s three-part series features Arthur Curry and Mera: they’re curvy, colorful, and positively full of eyebrow power.
Finally, some news about Warner Bros’ Aquaman franchise that doesn’t have Amber Heard written all over it! The aquatic DC superhero is getting a new animated series on HBO Max, and it’s all about smooth, curvy shapes and… eyebrows. A newly released still from Aquaman: King of Atlantis shows a colorful, highly stylized version of Arthur Curry and Mera, bringing to mind Steven Universe.
The first promotional image for HBO Max's AQUAMAN: KING OF ATLANTIS has been released pic.twitter.com/pfRwXAt6gn
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Rather than the “dark” adult animated DC tales fans have come to expect, this new art style exudes a younger, lighter tone. Instead of an ongoing series, King of Atlantis will be a three-part animated mini-series, based on the storyline of the 2018 live-action film starring Jason Momoa.
James Wan (Aquaman) is set to executive produce under his Atomic Monster banner alongside Victor Courtright (Thundercats Roar) and Mary Halpern-Graser (Teen Titans Go! vs. Teen Titans), who will also showrun. It is unclear whether talent from the live-action film will also voice their animated counterparts. In the meantime, we do know Aquaman 2 is set to premiere in 2022.
Journalist, antique shop owner, aspiring gemologist—L'Wren brings a diverse perspective to animation, where every frame reflects her varied passions.
