History of Arthur Curry (DC Extended Universe) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: November 8, 2025

Arthur Curry, also known as Aquaman, is a character in the DC Extended Universe, portrayed by Jason Momoa. He is reimagined from his comics counterpart, marking Aquaman's first major cinematic portrayal. He initially appeared in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, had a significant role in Justice League, and starred in his solo films Aquaman and Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom. Momoa also made cameo appearances in Peacemaker and The Flash. His DCEU depiction showcases him as a powerful hero and a key member of the Justice League.

1941: First appearance in DC Comics

In 1941, Aquaman first appeared in DC Comics storylines. This marked the beginning of the character's journey in the world of comic books.

1986: Arthur Curry's Birth

In 1986, Arthur Curry was born to Thomas Curry, a lighthouse keeper, and Atlanna, queen of Atlantis. Atlanna entrusts her son Arthur to her trusted advisor Nuidis Vulko for training, leaving him her trident.

2004: Aquaman film in development at Warner Bros.

In 2004, Sunrise Entertainment planned to bring Aquaman to the big screen for Warner Bros., with Robert Ben Garant writing the screenplay. However, the attempt fell through.

2007: Santiago Cabrera cast as Aquaman in Justice League: Mortal

In 2007, Santiago Cabrera was cast as Aquaman in a Justice League film called Justice League: Mortal. However, that movie was shelved later that year.

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2013: Alternate timeline where Arthur never existed

In an alternate 2013, Barry Allen finds himself in a timeline about to be invaded by General Zod's forces. In this timeline, Thomas Curry never met Atlanna, and Arthur Curry never existed. Later, when Barry restores the timeline, he meets a drunk Arthur.

2015: Footage of Curry attacking an NSA drone is shown

In 2015, footage of Arthur Curry attacking an NSA drone in the Pacific Ocean is shown through files Bruce Wayne takes from Lex Luthor. Curry is one of several metahumans that Luthor had been researching.

2017: Wayne attempts to recruit Curry

In 2017, Bruce Wayne attempts to recruit Arthur Curry in an Icelandic village to form a team of superheroes. Curry declines until Steppenwolf's Parademons invade Atlantis. Mera convinces Curry to go after Steppenwolf after mentioning his mother.

2018: Aquaman in Lego DC Super-Villains and Fortnite

In 2018, the DC Extended Universe version of Aquaman was included in the video game Lego DC Super-Villains. Alongside appearing as a playable character, two levels were included based on the 2018 film. The character was also featured as an outfit in the online video game Fortnite.