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DC Extended Universe

media franchise
Also known as: DCEU
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The DC Extended Universe (DCEU) is a shared storytelling world for DC Comics' film properties. It began with the 2013 film Man of Steel, directed by Zack Snyder. The DCEU is part of DC Comics, an American media company known for iconic characters like Superman and Batman.12

The DCEU includes films such as Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, and Justice League. While Joker is a DC film, it is not connected to the DCEU.2

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