2025 is set to be a monumental year for DC Comics fans, with the much-anticipated sequel to the iconic Batman: Hush storyline taking center stage. Dubbed Batman: Hush 2, or H2sh, this sequel marks a significant return for DC's President, Publisher, and Chief Creative Officer Jim Lee to the monthly Batman comic. Launching with Batman #158 in March, Hush 2 serves as a direct follow-up to the critically acclaimed saga that ran from 2002 to 2004, captivating fans worldwide.
DC has tantalized fans with an extended preview of Batman #158, along with early looks at Batman #159 and a showcase of the numerous variant covers that will accompany the Hush 2 storyline. Dive into the excitement with our slideshow gallery below:
Batman: Hush 2 Preview Gallery
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While DC has explored various Hush-related narratives since the original series concluded, Batman: Hush 2 stands out as the first to be crafted by the original team. This reunion of writer Jeph Loeb and artist Jim Lee, alongside inker Scott Williams, colorist Alex Sinclair, and letterer Richard Starkings, promises to deliver the same magic that made the initial run a classic.
Building on the recent epilogue featured in the Batman: Hush 20th Anniversary Edition, Hush 2 introduces a gripping new mystery. The Dark Knight uncovers evidence that his childhood friend Tommy Elliot, aka Hush, survived their last confrontation. This revelation sets the stage for Hush to weave a web of deceit around Batman's closest allies and fiercest foes.
Fans can immerse themselves in this thrilling continuation through Batman #158-163, with the first issue hitting stores on March 26. Following the conclusion of Hush 2, DC plans to relaunch the series with a fresh #1 issue and a new costume, ushering in a new era under the creative direction of writer Matt Fraction and artist Jorge Jimenez.
For a comprehensive look at what DC has in store for 2025, be sure to explore our detailed coverage of DC's upcoming slate and discover our list of the most eagerly awaited comics of the year.
