2025 is shaping up to be a monumental year for DC Comics, with one of the most anticipated projects being the long-awaited sequel to the iconic Batman: Hush saga, titled Batman: Hush 2. It's not every day that DC's President, Publisher, and Chief Creative Officer, Jim Lee, steps in to helm a monthly Batman comic. The excitement begins with Batman #158, set to release in March, which serves as a direct follow-up to the critically acclaimed Hush storyline that ran from 2002 to 2004.
DC has unveiled an extensive preview of Batman #158, as well as an early glimpse at Batman #159 and a showcase of the numerous variant covers that will accompany the Hush 2 (or H2sh) series. Dive into the visual feast with the slideshow gallery below:
Batman: Hush 2 Preview Gallery
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While DC has explored several Hush-related narratives since the original series concluded, Batman: Hush 2 marks the first time the original creative team has reunited. The sequel brings back writer Jeph Loeb and artist Jim Lee, joined by inker Scott Williams, colorist Alex Sinclair, and letterer Richard Starkings.
Building on the recent epilogue featured in the Batman: Hush 20th Anniversary Edition, Hush 2 delves into a new mystery. The Dark Knight uncovers evidence that his childhood friend, Tommy Elliot, survived their last confrontation, setting the stage for Hush to manipulate Batman's network of allies and adversaries.
The Hush 2 storyline will unfold across Batman #158-163, with the first issue hitting stores on March 26. Following 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 more insights into DC's exciting lineup for 2025, explore what's on the horizon for DC and discover our list of the most eagerly awaited comics of the year.
