DC Studios Developing Live-Action Bane and Deathstroke Movie

DC Studios co-CEOsJames Gunnand Peter Safran are producing a live-action movie that will center on the DC characters Bane and Deathstroke.

The script for the movie is currently being written by Matthew Orton, who also worked on Marvel Studios’ upcoming Captain America: Brave New World movie.

As of right now there is no director attached, and there are no details to share in regard to the plot. It’s going to be interesting to see what is being planned for this story.

Bane is one of Batman’s most formidable villains, known for his immense physical strength and brilliant intellect. Born in the harsh environment of Peña Duro, a prison on the island of Santa Prisca, Bane's life was shaped by violence and survival.

His upbringing forced him to become physically powerful and mentally sharp, eventually becoming the prison's top inmate. What sets Bane apart from other villains is his use of the drug Venom, which amplifies his strength to superhuman levels.

Beyond his physical prowess, Bane is a master strategist, able to analyze and exploit his opponents' weaknesses. His most iconic moment in DC Comics comes when he breaks Batman’s back in the "Knightfall" storyline, symbolizing his ability to defeat not just Batman's body, but also his spirit.

Unlike many of Batman’s other enemies who are often motivated by insanity or chaos, Bane operates with a methodical purpose. His intelligence rivals even that of Batman, and he often sees himself as a mirror image of the Dark Knight—someone who rose from a traumatic past to become powerful but chose a path of villainy.

Deathstroke, also known as Slade Wilson, is a complex and badass villain. A former military officer who volunteered for an experimental procedure, Slade was enhanced with superhuman strength, agility, and regenerative abilities, making him one of the deadliest mercenaries and assassins in the DC Universe.

As a master tactician and expert in various combat forms, Deathstroke has clashed with superheroes like Batman, Green Arrow, and the Teen Titans. His personal vendetta against the Titans is fueled by his son’s tragic death, for which Slade holds the team partially responsible. His cold, calculated approach to both life and battle makes him an unpredictable and relentless foe.

Despite being a ruthless killer, Deathstroke is often depicted with a code of honor and a sense of morality that adds depth to his character. He struggles with his fractured family life, especially his relationships with his children, who often become entangled in his violent world.

This duality, as both a heartless villain and a tragic figure shaped by personal loss and duty, elevates Deathstroke beyond a typical antagonist, making him one of DC’s most compelling anti-heroes.

The question is, will the creative team be able to take these two characters and build a strong story for them, one that audiences would want to go to the theaters to watch?

Source: THR