Here’s a fun DC mystery: James Gunn hasn’t said a word about a Birds of Prey project, yet the team’s roster keeps filling up. With Big Barda heading to Disney-less animated screens in Mister Miracle, the DCU now has four characters who’ve been part of the Birds of Prey in the comics. Coincidence? Maybe. But it’s worth a look.
The Newest Recruit: Big Barda
Mister Miracle follows Scott Free, the escape artist who fled Apokolips and his adoptive father, Darkseid, with his beloved Big Barda. Once on Earth, Barda became a team player, joined the Justice League, and later the Birds of Prey. In one comic mission, she even went toe-to-toe with Wonder Woman on Themyscira, holding her own and risking her life for her teammates.
The DCU’s Birds of Prey Candidates
Here’s the full list of potential members already in Gunn’s world:
| Character | Where They Appeared | Why They Fit |
|---|---|---|
| Big Barda | Mister Miracle (animated series) | Comic member and fierce New God fighter |
| Hawkgirl | Superman | Kendra Saunders has a sharp edge the other heroes lack |
| Judomaster | Peacemaker | A master martial artist with a mean streak |
| Harley Quinn | Birds of Prey (2020) and The Suicide Squad continuity | A fan-favorite wildcard |
A Closer Look at the Squad
Hawkgirl: Kendra joined Maxwell Lord’s Justice Gang, but that team looks like a stepping stone toward the Justice League. She also killed Boravia’s president, so she won’t judge her teammates for getting their hands dirty.
Judomaster: Rip Jagger spent Peacemaker making Chris Smith’s life miserable before joining the 11th Street Kids in Season 2. In the comics, Sonia Sato, another Judomaster, teamed up with Oracle before moving on to the Justice Society. Either version could bring martial-arts muscle.
Harley Quinn: Gunn’s team has confirmed that The Suicide Squad events happened in the DCU, so Harley is still out there. She’d have to fight for her spot, though, because Huntress and Black Canary would want in too.
Will It Actually Happen?
Nothing is confirmed. Gunn hasn’t said whether the Birds of Prey have a DCU future, and the team’s one previous movie didn’t do well at the box office. But Gunn doesn’t give up easily. Even after Supergirl underperformed, she’s still returning in Man of Tomorrow, so a similar second chance isn’t out of the question.
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Gunn may be building a team without announcing one. Four characters is a promising start, and fans will be watching for the next recruit. If you’re a Birds of Prey fan, now’s a good time to feel hopeful.
FAQs
Is a Birds of Prey project confirmed for the DCU?
No. Gunn hasn’t announced anything, though several members already appear in DCU projects.
Who are the Birds of Prey members in the DCU so far?
Big Barda, Hawkgirl, Judomaster and Harley Quinn all have comic ties to the team.
