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Is DC's Batman in Trouble?! Brave and the Bold Reportedly ON HOLD
Kristian Harloff breaks down some potentially massive **DCU Batman** news as a new report claims **Batman: The Brave and the Bold** has been put "on hold" while Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount work through their potential merger. What does this mean for **James Gunn's Batman**, and could DC Studios introduce its new Dark Knight in another project before his solo movie?
Adding even more fuel to the speculation, a new rumor may reveal **where the DCU's Batman will make his official debut**. Kristian discusses the report, how Batman could fit into the current DCU slate, and what all of this means for **The Brave and the Bold**, especially with Matt Reeves' **The Batman Part II** also on the horizon.
Plus, we're diving back into **Lanterns Episode 2** for a **SPOILER REVIEW**. DC fans believe "Trust Fall" may have already dropped a massive clue about **Hal Jordan's future**, and we'll break down the episode, the theories, and what it could mean for the larger DC Universe.
**⚠️ SPOILER WARNING: The Lanterns discussion will contain Episode 2 spoilers.**
Stories For Today:
* Batman: The Brave And The Bold Reportedly "On Hold" Until The WBD/Paramount Merger Is Settled
* Rumor: We May Know Which Project The DCU's New Batman Will Make His Official Debut In
* **Lanterns Episode 2 Spoiler Review**
* Lanterns: DC Fans Are Convinced Episode 2 Just Explained Hal Jordan's 2026 [Spoiler]
* The People v. Gorilla Grodd Comedy TV Series Announced By DC Studios
* Marvel Studios Expected To Seed X-Men Characters Through Multiple MCU Projects; Cast Contract Details Revealed
Today's show has a heavy **DC Studios** focus as we discuss the uncertain future of **The Brave and the Bold**, where fans could actually meet the DCU's Batman for the first time, and the latest major developments from **Lanterns**.
We also dive into the newly announced **Gorilla Grodd** series and Marvel Studios' plans to spread its new **X-Men** characters throughout multiple MCU movies and shows instead of waiting for the X-Men reboot.
If you're a fan of **Batman, The Brave and the Bold, DC Studios, James Gunn, Lanterns, Green Lantern, Hal Jordan, Gorilla Grodd, Marvel Studios, X-Men**, or the latest movie and TV news, this episode is for you!
#Batman #TheBraveAndTheBold #DCU #DCStudios #JamesGunn #Lanterns #GreenLantern #HalJordan #GorillaGrodd #TheBatman #Marvel #MarvelStudios #MCU #XMen #MovieNews #KristianHarloffShow
00:00 Opening and Kickstarter Announcement
06:55 Lanterns Spoiler Discussion
11:25 Batman: The Brave and the Bold
28:28 HIMS
31:14 Dan Stevens to play Robocop in Prime series
38:39 Schmoedown Talk & Kickstarter
45:55 The People v. Gorilla Grodd Discussion
52:46 How To Lose a Guy in Ten Days 2
1:05:55 Q&A
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Is DC's Batman in Trouble?! Brave and the Bold Reportedly ON HOLD
Kristian Harloff breaks down some potentially massive **DCU Batman** news as a new report claims **Batman: The Brave and the Bold** has been put "on hold" while Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount work through their potential merger. What does this mean for **James Gunn's Batman**, and could DC Studios introduce its new Dark Knight in another project before his solo movie?
Adding even more fuel to the speculation, a new rumor may reveal **where the DCU's Batman will make his official debut**. Kristian discusses the report, how Batman could fit into the current DCU slate, and what all of this means for **The Brave and the Bold**, especially with Matt Reeves' **The Batman Part II** also on the horizon.
Plus, we're diving back into **Lanterns Episode 2** for a **SPOILER REVIEW**. DC fans believe "Trust Fall" may have already dropped a massive clue about **Hal Jordan's future**, and we'll break down the episode, the theories, and what it could mean for the larger DC Universe.
**⚠️ SPOILER WARNING: The Lanterns discussion will contain Episode 2 spoilers.**
Stories For Today:
* Batman: The Brave And The Bold Reportedly "On Hold" Until The WBD/Paramount Merger Is Settled
* Rumor: We May Know Which Project The DCU's New Batman Will Make His Official Debut In
* **Lanterns Episode 2 Spoiler Review**
* Lanterns: DC Fans Are Convinced Episode 2 Just Explained Hal Jordan's 2026 [Spoiler]
* The People v. Gorilla Grodd Comedy TV Series Announced By DC Studios
* Marvel Studios Expected To Seed X-Men Characters Through Multiple MCU Projects; Cast Contract Details Revealed
Today's show has a heavy **DC Studios** focus as we discuss the uncertain future of **The Brave and the Bold**, where fans could actually meet the DCU's Batman for the first time, and the latest major developments from **Lanterns**.
We also dive into the newly announced **Gorilla Grodd** series and Marvel Studios' plans to spread its new **X-Men** characters throughout multiple MCU movies and shows instead of waiting for the X-Men reboot.
If you're a fan of **Batman, The Brave and the Bold, DC Studios, James Gunn, Lanterns, Green Lantern, Hal Jordan, Gorilla Grodd, Marvel Studios, X-Men**, or the latest movie and TV news, this episode is for you!
#Batman #TheBraveAndTheBold #DCU #DCStudios #JamesGunn #Lanterns #GreenLantern #HalJordan #GorillaGrodd #TheBatman #Marvel #MarvelStudios #MCU #XMen #MovieNews #KristianHarloffShow
00:00 Opening and Kickstarter Announcement
06:55 Lanterns Spoiler Discussion
11:25 Batman: The Brave and the Bold
28:28 HIMS
31:14 Dan Stevens to play Robocop in Prime series
38:39 Schmoedown Talk & Kickstarter
45:55 The People v. Gorilla Grodd Discussion
52:46 How To Lose a Guy in Ten Days 2
1:05:55 Q&A
COME JOIN HARLOFF, ELLIS AND STERGER FOR A NIGHT OF COMEDY - THURSDAY, 10/8 @ 7:30PM
SHOW HOSTED BY: KYLE LEWIS
brokerage.govs.com/shows/376674
SPONSOR:
HIMS:
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Full Show Playlist:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSJdE28YyUT3KAwbzDsv6mdR-gwUiydQg
Capes and Cowls:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSJdE28YyUT0QmNMnWrRYdAnoy8W6jz3e
Movie Reactions:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSJdE28YyUT37TldLZxtYCa0tUTrT8e4e
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
Patreon: patreon.com/TheBigThingShow
Merch Store: teepublic.com/stores/the-big-thing-kh-channel?ref_id=27393
Amazon Wishlist: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/MGDDPG7X6NW
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THE KRISTIAN HARLOFF SHOW TEAM:
Hosts:
Kevin Smets @StarWarsSquad
Kris Carr: @TwoFilthyCasualsPod
John Rocha: @JohnRochaSays
Roxy Striar: @roxystriar
Mike Kalinowski: @MrMikeKalinowski
Steph Sabraw: @StephSabraw
Winston A. Marshall: @TheSwaggyBlerd
Producers:
Luke: @GalaxyGeeks
PLD: @PLDprojects
Submit questions for future shows: facebook.com/harloff
