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stars Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson as the titular anti-hero, marking a significant, albeit turbulent, chapter in the DC Extended Universe (DCEU). Released in late 2022, the film served as a long-gestating passion project for Johnson, intended to shift the "hierarchy of power" within the DC cinematic landscape. Plot Overview

Black Adam is perhaps most famous for its post-credits scene featuring the return of Henry Cavill’s Superman—a moment that was ultimately rendered moot when DC Studios was overhauled under James Gunn and Peter Safran, leading to a full reboot of the universe.

Despite a strong start, the film struggled to reach profitability against its massive $200M+ budget, earning roughly $393 million worldwide.

The film is praised for its high-octane visual effects and the debut of the JSA, particularly Pierce Brosnan’s standout performance as Doctor Fate.

The story begins in the ancient city of , where Teth-Adam is granted the almighty powers of the gods. After using these powers for vengeance, he is imprisoned for 5,000 years. Upon his accidental release in the modern day, his uncompromising form of justice catches the attention of the Justice Society of America (JSA) . Led by Hawkman (Aldis Hodge) and Doctor Fate (Pierce Brosnan), the team attempts to contain Adam while a more malevolent threat—Sabbac—rises to claim Kahndaq. Technical File Specifications