Justice League

The ending of Zack Snyder’s Justice League reveals a darker and more complex future for the heroes. After a series of intense battles to stop Steppenwolf from uniting the Mother Boxes and activating the destructive “Unity,” the team succeeds in defeating him and preventing the immediate catastrophe. However, the film ends on a poignant note with a glimpse into a possible darker future. A post-apocalyptic dream sequence shows Batman in a bleak, ruined world, fighting alongside Joker, Deathstroke, and other villains against a revived Superman who has been controlled or corrupted by Darkseid, the formidable villain aiming to conquer the universe. In this nightmare, Batman is desperate and weary, knowing that the coming conflicts could lead to the total destruction of Earth.

This nightmarish vision is intertwined with Batman’s fears about the future, emphasizing the importance of unity and hope. Batman’s conversation with Joker hints at the possibility that Superman’s future as a hero could be compromised—perhaps manipulated by Darkseid through the Anti-Life Equation, a powerful weapon that allows the control of all living minds. Joker’s words suggest that Batman’s choices, like the hesitation to sacrifice Lois Lane, could have doomed the world to chaos, hinting that sacrificing Lois might have been a key to preventing this dystopian future.

The film’s conclusion keeps the door open for future threats, with the arrival of Martian Manhunter and other heroes, establishing that Earth’s defenders are aware of the looming danger but are still fighting to prevent that dark future from becoming reality. The ending underscores that while the battle might be won for now, the fight against cosmic evil is ongoing, and hope must be preserved in the face of potential annihilation. It’s a sobering reminder that the heroes’ struggles are far from over, and the ultimate victory depends on their ability to unite and confront the darkness ahead.

Last Updated: June 25, 2025 at 08:57