# Deathstroke's Canceled DCEU Projects Explained

> Joe Manganiello reveals Deathstroke's unrealized DCEU movie plans after Warner Bros. canceled multiple projects.
- Title: Deathstroke's Canceled DCEU Projects Explained · SlashFilm
- Summary: Joe Manganiello reveals Deathstroke's unrealized DCEU movie plans after Warner Bros. canceled multiple projects. Joe Manganiello explains how Warner Bros…
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- Source: SlashFilm — https://slashfilm.com/2287401/joe-manganiello-deathstroke-canceled-dceu-movie-storylines-explained
- Author: Ryan Scott
- Published: 2026-10-18T18:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: joe manganiello, deathstroke, dceu, dc studios, justice league, aquaman 2, suicide squad 2, warner bros, entertainment, culture
## 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.
## Key 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.