Dwayne Johnson confirms 'Black Adam' sequel halted after meeting with DC Universe execs

'Black Adam' won't be a part of the first phase of DC's new chapter as plans for a sequel have been halted. Photo: AFP

After a series of shakeups at Warner Bros., it's official: Black Adam won't be a part of the first phase of DC's new chapter as plans for a sequel have been halted.

Dwayne Johnson, who plays the modern-day superhero, confirmed the "long-awaited" news on Twitter after a conversation with filmmaker James Gunn and producer Peter Safran.