DC Comics Unveils Batman: Hush 2 Preview Art

2025 is shaping up to be a monumental year for DC Comics, with one of the most eagerly anticipated projects being the long-awaited Batman: Hush 2. It's a rare occurrence for DC's President, Publisher, and Chief Creative Officer Jim Lee to spearhead a monthly Batman comic. Scheduled to kick off in March's Batman #158, this storyline serves as a direct sequel to the critically acclaimed Hush saga that originally captivated fans from 2002 to 2004.

DC has unveiled an exciting extended preview of Batman #158, along with an early look at Batman #159 and a showcase of the numerous variant covers that will be part of Hush 2 (or H2sh, as some might call it). You can explore all these in the slideshow gallery below:

Batman: Hush 2 Preview Gallery

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While DC has released several Hush-related storylines over the years since the original series concluded, Batman: Hush 2 marks the first time the original creative team has come together again. This sequel reunites writer Jeph Loeb and artist Jim Lee, along with inker Scott Williams, colorist Alex Sinclair, and letterer Richard Starkings.

Hush 2 continues from the recent epilogue story featured in the Batman: Hush 20th Anniversary Edition. The Dark Knight has uncovered evidence that his childhood friend Tommy Elliot survived their last confrontation, setting the stage for a fresh mystery. In this new chapter, Hush cunningly manipulates Batman's allies and enemies.

Hush 2 will unfold across Batman #158-163, with Batman #158 scheduled to hit stores on March 26. Following this arc, DC plans to relaunch the series with a new #1 issue and a new costume, ushering in a new era for the Dark Knight under the guidance of writer Matt Fraction and artist Jorge Jimenez.

For more insights into DC's exciting lineup for 2025, be sure to check out what to expect from DC and our list of the most anticipated comics of the year.