DC Studios has officially confirmed that Josh Hutcherson and Mackenzie Davis will star as the voice actors for Scott Free and Big Barda in the upcoming animated series Mister Miracle. The eight-episode production, which is part of the broader DC Universe (DCU), is currently targeting a 2028 release window, though an official premiere date has not yet been announced.
The casting news and first official promotional image were shared by DC Studios co-CEOs James Gunn and Peter Safran. The initial look features Mister Miracle and Big Barda in their iconic superhero costumes against a backdrop depicting an explosion and an approaching army of soldiers, hinting at the series’ high-stakes action style.
Production Details and Format
Speaking with Collider and IGN, Peter Safran revealed that production on the series is already well underway. According to the DC Studios co-chief, animatics are complete for the entire eight-episode season. Each episode will run approximately 30 minutes, establishing a structured format for the adult animated adaptation.
The series adapts the acclaimed 12-issue comic book run by writer Tom King and artist Mitch Gerads, published between 2017 and 2019. Notably, King handled the adaptation entirely on his own, writing all eight episodes following his experience co-creating HBO’s Lanterns series.
“I think that Tom King really learned a lot in his season of co-creating and executive producing Lanterns and he adapted his book Mr. Miracle fully on his own, wrote all eight episodes and I think it’s just dynamite… It’s a beautiful book and the adaptation is fantastic so we’re excited about that.” – Peter Safran
Casting Choices Reflect Source Material
The casting of Josh Hutcherson (The Hunger Games, Five Nights at Freddy’s) as Scott Free and Mackenzie Davis (Station Eleven, Blade Runner 2049) as Big Barda brings a physical accuracy to the roles that mirrors Jack Kirby’s original Fourth World lore.
In the comics, Big Barda-a former Female Fury of Apokolips-towers over her escape-artist husband. With Davis standing at 5-foot-11 and Hutcherson at 5-foot-5, the casting choices naturally replicate the distinct visual contrast between the two main characters.
Plot and Potential Future in the DCU
Tom King’s award-winning comic run centers on Scott Free, the greatest escape artist in the universe, who has built a domestic life on Earth with Big Barda while an intergalactic war rages between New Genesis and Darkseid’s forces on Apokolips. The narrative blends existential themes, psychological depth, and high-octane cosmic combat.
When asked about the future of the series beyond its initial run, Safran noted that the ongoing story of Scott, Barda, and their child leaves open the possibility of multiple seasons, though no formal renewals have been announced. Additionally, Safran confirmed that the series sits firmly within the official DCU continuity.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mister Miracle
Who is cast as Mister Miracle and Big Barda?
Josh Hutcherson voices Scott Free (Mister Miracle), and Mackenzie Davis voices Big Barda in the DC Studios animated series.
When is the Mister Miracle series expected to release?
DC Studios is currently targeting a 2028 release window for the series, though an exact premiere date has not been finalized.
How many episodes will the series have?
The first season consists of eight episodes, each running approximately 30 minutes long.
Who is writing the animated series?
Tom King, who co-created the original 2017-2019 comic book run with Mitch Gerads, wrote all eight episodes of the adaptation.
Is the series connected to the broader DC Universe (DCU)?
Yes, DC Studios co-CEO Peter Safran confirmed that Mister Miracle is an official part of the DCU continuity overseen by James Gunn and Peter Safran.
