Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom: Trailer finally gets released. See release date, cast and more

Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom’s trailer is out finally. The film is directed by James Wan and stars Jason Momoa as the main character, Aquaman. It's a sequel to the 2018 movie "Aquaman," which holds the record as the highest-grossing DC film ever, earning $1.148 billion at the box office.

Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom: Release Date

Until this week, there was uncertainty about when the trailer for "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom" would be revealed. The movie is scheduled to open on December 20, just a little over three months from now, but no trailer had surfaced until now. In comparison, trailers for recent DC movies like "The Flash" and "Blue Beetle" were released about four months ahead of their theater debuts.

Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom: Cast

The cast of the film includes Jason Momoa, Patrick Wilson, Amber Heard and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II. However, the movie's promotion has been affected by the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike, preventing the stars from actively promoting their projects. If the strike continues into December, "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom" will have to rely on other means to generate publicity.

Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom: Trailer

Here’s the trailer of Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom.

The road to the release of "The Lost Kingdom" has been lengthy as is the case with many films produced during the COVID-19 era. It has faced multiple release date changes, originally set for December 2022, then moved to March 2023, and finally landing on Christmas 2023. The movie also underwent reshoots and had to navigate changes within Warner Bros. leadership.

This film marks the conclusion of a cinematic universe that began with Zack Snyder's "Man of Steel" in 2013. Following "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom," James Gunn and Peter Safran will launch their own universe, commencing with "Superman: Legacy," scheduled for release in July 2025.

FAQs

Why was the release of the "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom" trailer delayed?
The trailer's release was delayed, causing speculation, but it has now arrived, with a film opening just over three months away.

What impact will the SAG-AFTRA strike have on the promotion of "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom"?
The ongoing strike may prevent the film's stars from actively promoting it, potentially affecting its publicity before its December release.