Warner Bros. has delayed Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, and this move saved the movie from some massive competition. The film was originally set to be released on December 16, 2022, the same day as another tent-pole blockbuster: Avatar 2. The delay of Aquaman 2 may help it significantly, as it may not have fared well against the sequel to one of the highest-grossing films of all time.
Aquaman 2 is a sequel to the 2018 film, and it follows the titular superhero as he attempts to save the kingdom of Atlantis. Although not much is known about the highly-anticipated sequel, most of the cast members are currently set to return. After this delay, though, viewers will have to wait a little longer before the Atlantean hero once again graces the big screen.
Aquaman's box office success was a surprise to many when the original came out. The film was released after a string of box office failures for DC, such as Justice League, which makes its success even more notable. However, beating Avatar 2 is a major feat for any film, and some worry that Aquaman 2 may not have been up to the task. The 2023 slot that Aquaman 2 is now filling is a much safer time for the film. Although Avatar 2 was most likely not the reason for Aquaman 2's delay, the movie is sure to pay off in the long run
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