DC Fans Are Lighting Up Over Static Shock Movie Confirmation at FanDome

Kofi Outlaw

10/16/2021 02:10 pm EDT

A Static Shock movie for HBO Max has been officially confirmed at DC FanDome 2021. Reginald Hudlin will be shepherding the Static movie, while Randy McKinnon of Disney's Safety is confirmed to be writing the script. Static Shock remains one of the most iconic and fan-favorite characters from DC"s Milestone imprint, so it's no surprise that there's such strong reaction to the official announcement. However, this being a DC project not all the response is positive; some DC fans love Static Shock to the point that they're mad confirmation of the movie is the only thing that got!

Check out DC fans' reaction to the news that the Static Shock movie is in the works!

FINALLY!

This took way too long to arrive. But now we're here.

Bring On The Hashtags

Milestone is about to conquer social media!

Bring On The Comics!

The shiniest silver lining here is a new generation of fans taking a dive in the classic Milestone Comics Universe. Well deserved.

My ish - LFG

We can't print most of what is said above, but e fully agree with the sentiment!

Good Enough (For Now)

This Static Shock movie announcement has sated other hardcore fans - if only for now.

Can't Wait

A lot of fans heard this news about Milestone coming to. theDC Entertainment Universe and it was like Christmas for them.

The Gods Are Good

Indeed, the Geek Gods are generous at DC FanDoome 2021!

2 For Fun

There will actually be a live-action Static Shock movie and an animated Milestone movie featuring the character - so fans are actually getting a double-dose of Static!

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