DC Comics Unveils Batman: Hush 2 Preview Art

2025 is set to be a monumental year for DC Comics, highlighted by the much-anticipated release of Batman: Hush 2. This sequel to the beloved Hush storyline, which originally captivated fans from 2002 to 2004, marks a significant event as it brings back DC's President, Publisher, and Chief Creative Officer Jim Lee to helm a monthly Batman comic. The excitement begins with Batman #158, launching in March.

DC has offered fans an extended preview of Batman #158, as well as early glimpses of Batman #159 and a variety of stunning variant covers for the Hush 2 series, affectionately dubbed H2sh. You can explore all of these in the slideshow gallery below:

Batman: Hush 2 Preview Gallery

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While DC has explored various Hush-related narratives since the original saga concluded, Batman: Hush 2 stands out as the first to be crafted by the iconic original team. The reunion of writer Jeph Loeb, artist Jim Lee, inker Scott Williams, colorist Alex Sinclair, and letterer Richard Starkings promises to recapture the magic of the initial series.

Hush 2 picks up from the epilogue featured in the Batman: Hush 20th Anniversary Edition, where Batman uncovers evidence that his childhood friend, Tommy Elliot, aka Hush, survived their last confrontation. This revelation sets the stage for a gripping new mystery as Hush masterfully manipulates the Dark Knight's network of allies and adversaries.

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

For more insights into DC's 2025 lineup, be sure to check out our comprehensive guide on what to expect from DC in 2025, and don't miss our list of the most anticipated comics of the year.