DC's Bane and Deathstroke Team Up in Epic Movie

Ah, the world of DC Studios never ceases to amaze us, does it? Just when you think you’ve seen every possible pairing of characters, along comes the announcement of a team-up movie featuring the formidable duo of **Bane and Deathstroke**. It seems that in the magical universe of comics, even the villains are seeking a bit of camaraderie—or perhaps just a good old-fashioned grudge match with some witty banter.

According to sources (because everything is more credible with a mysterious “sources close to Deadline” reference), the script for this intriguing project is being penned by **Matthew Orton**, known for his work on *Captain America: Brave New World*. Now, the pertinent question arises: will this charmingly chaotic coupling fall under the much-discussed DC Elseworlds umbrella, or are they officially part of the new DC Universe? The latter is set to kick off this December with the animated series *Creature Commandos*, which sounds more like a Saturday morning cartoon than a serious foray into superhero cinema.

Now, let’s pause for a brief moment of contemplation—Bane and Deathstroke? Not exactly the first duo you’d think of when plotting a villainous escapade. However, insiders hint that they might not even be the stars of the show, hinting at an ensemble cast that shakes things up a bit. Because what’s more fun than watching a couple of brooding fellows fight against their own existential crises while being surrounded by a cast of eccentrics?

Speaking of which, let’s indulge in a quick trip down memory lane. Bane, that hulk of a character created by Chuck Dixon and Graham Norton back in the glorious 1990s, has graced the big screen more than once. Who could forget Robert Swenson’s cameo in *Batman & Robin*? Or Tom Hardy’s roaring, painfully memorable performance in *The Dark Knight Rises* that turned Bane into a household name? But Deathstroke, the ever-swirling mystery wrapped in an armor-clad riddle, has found his fair share of popularity too, strutting through our screens in adaptations ranging from *Lois & Clark* to the *Arrow* series. Manu Bennett’s portrayal of him might just be the definitive version, clocking in 40 episodes—that’s a lot of maniacal laughter and over-the-top villainy.

The latest buzz about the Bane/Deathstroke film comes just four months after James Gunn, co-CEO of DC Studios, playfully teased the world on Instagram about a project involving our beloved Deathstroke. His cryptic winky face emoji sent fans into a frenzy, confirming what we all already suspected: Deathstroke is indeed making a comeback, and sooner rather than later.

As I write this, the casting department seems to be playing coy, leaving us all to wonder if we’ll see Joe Manganiello reprise his role as Deathstroke, or if Tom Hardy will don Bane’s iconic mask once more. Sadly, it seems like Manganiello already received the memo from Gunn that says, “Let it go.” And don’t hold your breath for Hardy, either; he’s likely busy cultivating his own universe with his beloved anti-hero, Venom.

As we await the next chapter of this unfolding saga, we can look forward to the upcoming release of *Joker: Folie à Deux*, starring the incomparable Joaquin Phoenix and the sensational Lady Gaga. Set your calendars for October 4th, for that is when we can all indulge in a different kind of madness—one that includes musical numbers, and let’s face it, a whole lot of psychological drama.