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Deathstroke's Canceled DCEU Projects Explained
Joe Manganiello reveals Deathstroke's unrealized DCEU movie plans after Warner Bros. canceled multiple projects.
In brief
Joe Manganiello reveals Deathstroke's unrealized DCEU movie plans after Warner Bros. canceled multiple projects. Joe Manganiello explains how Warner Bros. planned to use him as Deathstroke in multiple DCEU films but canceled all projects after his role in Justice League credits. Originally reported by SlashFilm.
Deathstroke's unrealized DCEU plans
Joe Manganiello revealed Warner Bros. had multiple unrealized projects for Deathstroke after his Justice League credits role.
“I got to play the character again for, like, two minutes in the reshoots.”
Proposed Deathstroke movies
Warner Bros. considered a Deathstroke movie with Gareth Evans and multiple projects including Aquaman 2 and Suicide Squad 2.
“You're going to be in this. You're going to be the villain in 'Aquaman 2.'”
Deadshot vs. Deathstroke idea
Warner Bros. wanted a Deadshot vs. Deathstroke movie after Will Smith left Suicide Squad 2 due to scheduling conflicts.
“No, you versus will smith.”
Deathstroke's health impact
Manganiello's health issues after surgery led him to credit his Deathstroke role for his current physical and mental well-being.
“If it wasn't for that role, i don't know that the reconnection would work.”
Current Deathstroke status
DC Studios is developing a Batman villain team-up movie featuring Bane and Deathstroke, but Manganiello won't be involved.
“Presently, dc studios is developing a batman villain team-up movie featuring bane and deathstroke for the dc universe.”
The takeaway
Joe Manganiello explains how Warner Bros. planned to use him as Deathstroke in multiple DCEU films but canceled all projects after his role in Justice League credits.
