6 Brutal Times DC Movie Heroes Went Way Too Far

Despite sometimes claiming to be the paragons of truth and justice, many heroes in the DC Universe's iconic pantheon have committed truly brutal feats in their live-action appearances. While characters like Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman are generally known for their heroism and selflessness, there are certain moments in their cinematic history in which these heroes simply took things too far, causing significant destruction, pain, and even death. While these moments are certainly the exception to the rule, this fact makes their actions no less horrifying in hindsight.
DC films will undergo massive changes in 2023 as the DCEU transitions from its original vision to a new and improved franchise helmed by The Suicide Squad director James Gunn. Previously, the cinematic universe of DC characters was somewhat controversial for its darker renditions of beloved characters. In fact, the DCEU featured many of the most brutal scenes in DC's cinematic history, creating a rather dark universe as a result. However, several films with lighter tones are on the horizon, including Blue Beetle and Superman: Legacy, suggesting that DC may be leaving its darker days behind it in favor of a brighter cinematic universe.