2025 is set to be a monumental year for DC Comics, with the much-anticipated release of Batman: Hush 2 leading the charge. This sequel to the iconic Hush saga, originally published from 2002 to 2004, marks a significant return for DC's President, Publisher, and Chief Creative Officer Jim Lee to the helm of a monthly Batman comic. The excitement begins with Batman #158 in March, continuing the thrilling narrative that fans have been eagerly awaiting.
DC has provided fans with an extensive preview of Batman #158, along with sneak peeks at Batman #159 and a showcase of the diverse variant covers for the Hush 2 (or H2sh) series. Explore these captivating visuals in the slideshow gallery below:
Batman: Hush 2 Preview Gallery
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While DC has explored the Hush universe in various storylines over the years, Batman: Hush 2 stands out as it reunites the original creative team. Writer Jeph Loeb and artist Jim Lee, joined by inker Scott Williams, colorist Alex Sinclair, and letterer Richard Starkings, are back to deliver this much-anticipated sequel. Hush 2 picks up from the recent epilogue in the Batman: Hush 20th Anniversary Edition, revealing that Batman's childhood friend Tommy Elliot, aka Hush, has survived their last confrontation. This sets the stage for a gripping new mystery, as Hush continues to manipulate Batman's allies and enemies.
Hush 2 will unfold across Batman #158-163, with the first issue hitting stores on March 26. Following the conclusion of this arc, DC plans to relaunch the series with a new #1 issue and a fresh costume, ushering in a new era for the Dark Knight under the creative direction of writer Matt Fraction and artist Jorge Jimenez.
For a comprehensive look at what DC has in store for 2025, be sure to check out our detailed coverage of DC's upcoming slate and our list of the most anticipated comics of the year.
