Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom

A ruthless foe returns to settle an old score with Aquaman, drawing on the Black Trident's power to amplify his threat. Black Manta vows revenge for his father and pushes the sea realm toward war, forcing Arthur to confront a new danger. To defend Atlantis, the hero teams up with his imprisoned brother, forging a fragile alliance that no one trusts. Together they must halt the villain's plans while managing political rivalries among underwater factions and ancient rivalries that simmer beneath throne rooms. As tensions rise across kingdoms beneath the waves, the pair face tests of loyalty, courage, and responsibility that go beyond personal vendetta. Time is short, and the fate of the world hangs in the balance.

Released in 2023, this installment is directed by James Wan and draws on the DC Comics character Aquaman. It widens the mythos with new underwater realms, colossal battles, and a more mythic tone, while staying firmly rooted in a live action adaptation of the comic source.

Jason Momoa's take on Aquaman continues to shape the character's place in pop culture, reinforcing the image of a charismatic undersea ruler who blends swagger with responsibility. The film contributes to the DC cinematic universe's underwater fantasy aesthetic, influencing set pieces, creature design, and audiences' expectations for aquatic epics.

Critics offered a mixed verdict, praising the scale and action while noting pacing and tonal ebbs. The story tackles duty and family, exploring what it means to lead under pressure and how loyalties collide with a responsibility to protect an entire people everywhere.

Box office numbers are not provided in the available data, so no grosses are included here. The film was released by Warner Bros and aimed to draw a broad international audience with its underwater spectacle, character drama, and its mix of action and fantasy.