Marvel and DC Unveil Groundbreaking Crossover Comic: ‘DEADPOOL/BATMAN’

In an unprecedented move, Marvel and DC are set to join forces this fall with the release of the highly anticipated crossover comic, DEADPOOL/BATMAN. This one-shot issue follows Wade Wilson, also known as Deadpool, as he embarks on a mercenary mission in Gotham City, leading to an inevitable showdown with none other than the World’s Greatest Detective.

Creative Team Behind the Crossover

The comic will be penned by Zeb Wells, a celebrated writer recognized for his extensive contributions to Spider-Man comics and as a co-writer for Marvel Studios’ upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine film. The artwork will be brought to life by Greg Capullo, an acclaimed illustrator renowned for his significant work on both Batman and X-Men titles.

 

A New Era of Collaborations

This crossover marks the first of two collaborations between Marvel and DC in over twenty years. DEADPOOL/BATMAN #1 is slated for release on September 17, 2025, followed by DC’s BATMAN/DEADPOOL #1 in November 2025. This dual release allows each publisher to delve into character dynamics from their unique perspectives, promising an epic clash that fans have long anticipated.

Insights from the Creators

In an official statement, Wells shared his enthusiasm for the project, stating, “After writing Amazing Spider-Man (2022) for 60 issues, I told Marvel I needed a break. They offered me the chance to write a comic starring Deadpool and Batman with the best Batman artist of our generation. I no longer needed a break.” He humorously noted that pairing Deadpool with Batman introduces a new level of tension, quipping, “We’ve found someone who has even less time for Deadpool’s antics than Wolverine.” However, with a city-wide threat from the Joker looming, the duo will be forced into an uneasy alliance, with Deadpool undoubtedly testing the limits.

Capullo echoed Wells’ excitement, calling this crossover a potential career highlight. “Am I dreaming? This crossover is likely to be the high point of my career… and I’ve had a great career,” Capullo remarked, referencing his long-standing history with both Deadpool (from X-FORCE) and Batman (from over ten years at DC). With Capullo’s main cover already unveiled, anticipation continues to build as fans eagerly await the release of DEADPOOL/BATMAN #1 on September 17.

DC Comics Reveals The Joker's Real Name Jack Oswald White

Since debuting in the DC Universe, the true identity of the Joker has been a mystery for all comic book fans. Although many fans have theorized and several mediums have introduced names like Jack Napier and Arthur Fleck, DC Comics has never officially given the character a real name, until now.

In Issue #5 of Flashpoint Beyond, a sequel to Flashpoint, the universe’s version of the Joker, Martha Wayne, and the Batman of the universe, Thomas Wayne, are seen discusing the villain’s true identity. Martha reveals that she forced Psycho-Pirate, a villain with extensive knowledge of the entire DC Universe, to tell her the name of the Joker in the main DC Universe. It is then revealed that the Joker’s real name is “Jack Oswald White.” Martha then shares that she visited the Flashpoint universe’s version of Jack Oswald White, discovering him to be a struggling family man supporting his wife and a child as a janitor at Wayne Casino. Despite being destitute, Jack is well adjusted, being never subjected to the origin events that occurred in Batman: The Killing Joke that created the Joker. It is also interesting to note that musician Jack White served as the inspiration for the character’s name. White took to Instagram to share his appreciation in a post directed towards DC Comics.