James Wanrecently revealed one originalAquamancharacter will be shockingly omitted from the upcomingAquaman 2.

Part of the reason was because his schedule did not work out for us."

Atlanna in this one ultimately becomes Arthur’s advisor.

Aquaman Jason Momoa

Can Aquaman 2 Succeed Without Willem Dafoe?

“And that movie turned out fine.

There are so many other familiar facescoming back forThe Lost Kingdomthat fans will surely get their fill.

Willem Dafoe in Aquaman

Aquaman and the Lost Kingdomis set to hit theaters on December 20.

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