DC's 2025 lineup is shaping up to be a blockbuster, and the highly anticipated Batman: Hush 2 is arguably its flagship title. This isn't just any Batman comic; it's helmed by DC's President, Publisher, and Chief Creative Officer, Jim Lee, marking a significant event. Launching in March with Batman #158, this storyline serves as a direct sequel to the acclaimed Hush saga (2002-2004).
DC has unveiled an extended preview of Batman #158, along with sneak peeks at #159 and its diverse variant covers for Hush 2 (or H2sh, for the stylish). Explore the full preview in the slideshow below:
Batman: Hush 2 Preview Gallery
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Remarkably, Batman: Hush 2 reunites the original creative team: writer Jeph Loeb and artist Jim Lee, joined by inker Scott Williams, colorist Alex Sinclair, and letterer Richard Starkings. This marks the first time the original team has collaborated on a Hush-related story since the original concluded.
Building upon the recent epilogue in Batman: Hush 20th Anniversary Edition, the Dark Knight uncovers evidence that his childhood nemesis, Tommy Elliot (Hush), survived their last encounter. This sets the stage for a new mystery as Hush manipulates Batman's allies and enemies.
Hush 2 will unfold across Batman #158-163, with #158 hitting shelves March 26th. Following this arc, DC will relaunch the series with a new #1 issue and a redesigned costume, ushering in a new era for the Dark Knight under writer Matt Fraction and artist Jorge Jimenez.
For more on DC's 2025 plans, explore our comprehensive preview of DC's 2025 releases and discover our most anticipated comics of the year.
