DC's 2025 lineup is shaping up to be a major event, and the highly anticipated sequel, Batman: Hush 2, stands out as a flagship project. This marks a significant occasion: DC's President, Publisher, and Chief Creative Officer, Jim Lee, helming a monthly Batman comic. Launching in March with Batman #158, this storyline serves as a direct continuation of the acclaimed Hush saga (2002-2004).
DC has unveiled an extended preview of Batman #158, along with early looks at #159 and a selection of variant covers for Hush 2 (or H2sh). Explore these 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 revelation sets the stage for a new chapter of intrigue as Hush manipulates Batman's allies and adversaries.
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 the creative direction of writer Matt Fraction and artist Jorge Jimenez.
For further details on DC's 2025 plans, explore our comprehensive preview of DC's 2025 releases and discover our most anticipated comics of the year.
