Jason Momoa set to play Lobo in Supergirl

Before Jason Momoa rides into the new DC Universe as Lobo, here are a couple of Lobo-centric projects that almost happened.

Lobo's Journey in the DC Universe

The DC Universe is gearing up for a new portrayal of Lobo with Jason Momoa leading the way in "Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow." This isn't the first attempt to highlight Lobo. Back in 2000, an animated series was in the works that aimed to feature the popular anti-hero. John P. McCann, known for his work on shows like "Animaniacs" and "Batman: The Animated Series," was set to write the show. However, Warner Bros. faced challenges in capturing Lobo's chaotic nature, which led to the project's cancellation. Despite previous appearances in the DC Animated Universe, including "Superman: The Animated Series," Lobo's unique traits and violence proved difficult to adapt. Another attempt at a series emerged two decades later but faced the same fate.

The struggle to bring Lobo to screen reflects the challenges studios face when adapting complex characters. Lobo, an unruly anti-hero well known for his violence and dark humor, has struggled to find a suitable format. Warner Bros.' challenges point to a larger trend in Hollywood where character complexity often clashes with audience expectations. As Jason Momoa steps into the role, there is hope that the studio will finally embrace Lobo's full potential, providing fans with a representation true to the character's comic roots.

Highlights

As studios continue to explore their beloved characters, Lobo may finally get the adaptation he deserves.