Zack Snyder's Justice League

After the Justice League defeats Steppenwolf and prevents him from uniting the Mother Boxes to create the destructive “Unity,” the film takes a darker turn with a revealing dream sequence. In this nightmare, Batman envisions a future where Darkseid has taken over Earth, and heroes and villains, including Joker, Flash, Cyborg, and even Superman, are forced to form a makeshift alliance against a common enemy. In this dystopian world, Superman has been corrupted or controlled by Darkseid through the Anti-Life Equation, which grants Darkseid complete control over all living beings’ minds. Batman’s fear is that the chaos and destruction he glimpses are rooted in Superman’s fall from grace, which is hinted at in the nightmare scene. The Joker’s sinister comment about Lois Lane suggests that her death might be a key trigger for Superman’s transformation into a destructive force. This nightmare reflects Batman’s dread of a future where Superman, under Darkseid’s influence, becomes the ultimate weapon of destruction.

In the final moments, Batman awakens from the nightmare, and the Justice League team, along with the newly introduced Martian Manhunter, plans to unite and prepare for the impending invasion by Darkseid. The film leaves viewers with a cliffhanger, hinting that Darkseid will soon arrive on Earth to claim the Anti-Life Equation and conquer the planet. This looming threat sets the stage for future conflicts, emphasizing that despite their victory over Steppenwolf, the real battle has yet to come. The ending underscores themes of hope amid darkness and the ongoing fight for the survival of humanity and the universe. Ultimately, it reveals that the hero’s journey is far from over, and even after defeating a major villain, the larger cosmic war continues. Zack Snyder’s vision leaves us with a sense of anticipation and the understanding that the true fight is just beginning.

Last Updated: June 25, 2025 at 08:57