‘Smallville’ Animated Sequel Indefinitely Delayed by Warner Bros.

Warner Bros. has paused development on the project to focus on James Gunn's Superman reboot and navigate ongoing leadership changes.

The planned animated sequel to 'Smallville' has been put on indefinite hold, according to co-creator Alfred Gough.
Warner Bros. is prioritizing James Gunn's upcoming Superman reboot, starring David Corenswet, over other Superman-related projects.
Leadership changes at Warner Bros., including James Gunn and Peter Safran's appointment as DC Studios co-CEOs, have complicated the development of the sequel.
The creators and cast of 'Smallville' remain optimistic about revisiting the project in the future when conditions become more favorable.
The delay reflects broader trends of reviving legacy franchises while balancing brand management and strategic priorities.