Aquaman 2 is expected to start production this coming June (2021) in the UK under the working title ‘Necrus.’ In Aquaman lore, Necrus is another underwater city like Atlantis, ruled by the militaristic King Mongo. Unlike Atlantis, its placement is unstable, meaning the location of the city constantly changes, never to be found in the same place twice. Apparently. So, while the working title could just be a fun nod to lore, it could also mean Arthur may interact, or even fight, Mongo. It’s safe to say that Black Manta will return as Aquaman’s nemesis.
Jason Momoa will return as the titular character, and despite fans’ protestations, Amber Heard is still clutching the notion that she will once again be the queen of the deep. However, there’s also been constant speculation that a new major female character is being written into the script, as a means to both increase diversity among the ensemble and reduce Heard’s screen time in the event of a worst case scenario. WB has yet to confirm that, but insider Daniel Richtman is now claiming that Aquaman 2 will have four female leads, though the tipster doesn’t offer any further details to elaborate on his intel.
Heard’s Mera, the aforementioned mystery character and Nicole Kidman’s returning Queen Atlanna will presumably make up 75% of the quartet, leaving one position unfilled. But with filming set to start a mere two months away, we should start to get some answers soon, both about the new mystery character and Heard’s dubious chances of returning as the film’s primary female lead.
Aquaman 2 is currently set for a December 16, 2022 release.