The official trailer has finally arrived for Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, the delayed DC sequel that brings back Jason Momoa as the titular aquatic superhero.
What is Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom‘s plot? Here’s the official synopsis:
Having failed to defeat Aquaman the first time, Black Manta, still driven by the need to avenge his father’s death, will stop at nothing to take Aquaman down once and for all. This time Black Manta is more formidable than ever before, wielding the power of the mythic Black Trident, which unleashes an ancient and malevolent force. To defeat him, Aquaman will turn to his imprisoned brother Orm, the former King of Atlantis, to forge an unlikely alliance. Together, they must set aside their differences in order to protect their kingdom and save Aquaman’s family, and the world, from irreversible destruction.
Who stars in Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom?
The cast: Jason Momoa plays Arthur Curry/Aquaman, now balancing his duties as both the King of Atlantis and a new father; Patrick Wilson is Orm, Aquaman’s half-brother and his nemesis, who must now step into a new role as his brother’s reluctant ally; Amber Heard is Mera, Atlantis’ Queen and mother of the heir to the throne; Yahya Abdul-Mateen II is Black Manta, committed more than ever to avenge his father’s death by destroying Aquaman, his family and Atlantis; and Nicole Kidman as Atlanna, a fierce leader and mother with the heart of a warrior. Also reprising their roles are Dolph Lundgren as King Nereus and Randall Park as Dr. Stephen Shin.
Who directed, wrote and produced Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom?
The film was directed by James Wan, who helmed the first film and whose credits include The Conjuring, Insidious, Fast & Furious 7, and Saw. The screenplay was penned by David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick (co-writer of the first film), from a story he crafted with Wan, Momoa & Thomas Pa’a Sibbett. The film was produced by Peter Safran, Wan and Rob Cowan. Executive producers are Galen Vaisman and Walter Hamada.
When will Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom be released in cinemas?
The picture will be opening in theaters internationally beginning 20 December. The film’s Australia release date: Boxing Day, 26 December.
