2025 is poised to be a monumental year for DC Comics, highlighted by the much-anticipated sequel to the iconic Batman: Hush saga, aptly titled Batman: Hush 2. This sequel marks a significant event as DC's President, Publisher, and Chief Creative Officer, Jim Lee, steps into the role of artist for a monthly Batman comic. Set to begin with Batman #158 in March, Hush 2 directly follows the critically acclaimed original Hush storyline that captivated readers from 2002 to 2004.
DC has unveiled an exciting extended preview of Batman #158, offering fans an early glimpse into Batman #159 and showcasing the array of stunning variant covers that will accompany the Hush 2 series, also known as H2sh. Dive into the visual feast in the slideshow gallery below:
Batman: Hush 2 Preview Gallery
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While DC has explored various Hush-related narratives since the original series concluded, Batman: Hush 2 stands out as it reunites the original creative team. The talented ensemble of writer Jeph Loeb, artist Jim Lee, inker Scott Williams, colorist Alex Sinclair, and letterer Richard Starkings returns to deliver this sequel.
Building upon the recent epilogue featured in the Batman: Hush 20th Anniversary Edition, Hush 2 introduces a gripping new mystery. The Dark Knight uncovers evidence that his childhood friend Tommy Elliot, aka Hush, survived their last confrontation. As Hush masterfully manipulates Batman's allies and adversaries, a complex web of intrigue unfolds.
Scheduled to run from Batman #158 to #163, with the first issue hitting stores on March 26, Hush 2 promises to keep fans on the edge of their seats. Following this storyline, DC plans to relaunch the series with a new #1 issue and an updated costume, heralding a fresh era under writer Matt Fraction and artist Jorge Jimenez.
For a deeper dive into DC's exciting lineup for 2025, explore what's on the horizon and check out our list of the most anticipated comics of the year.
