Our Flag Means Death star Leslie Jones is set to lend her voice to a new adult animated series from Warner Bros. Animation.
Per Variety, Jones will lead an ensemble cast for the untitled series. The actor will voice Plastic Woman, though the outlet didn't make it clear if the show has any relation to DC or its comic book character Plastic Man. It did, however, confirm the series is unconnected to the Plastic Woman film DC was working on in 2020. No further details on the plot, cast, or network for the series were revealed.
The series will join existing adult-oriented animated series from Warner Bros., including the highly successful Harley Quinn. HBO Max is currently working on the third season, which Harley voice actor Kaley Cuoco promised will have lots of incredible guest stars, including What We Do in the Shadows' Harvey Guillen as Nightwing. But Harley and Ivy will remain the focal point. "They are living life, loving each other, fighting…" Cuoco said. "Their relationship is the main focal point of this season, and it's hilarious and actually really, really sweet."
In addition to the third season of the flagship show, breakout character Kite Man will get a spinoff, with Warner Bros. ordering Noonan's to series at HBO Max last month. The show will see Kite Man and new girlfriend Golden Glider commit crimes to keep the titular bar afloat.
Outside of the DC Universe, Warner Bros. Animation is also bringing an adult-oriented Scooby-Doo series to life with Velma. Created by Mindy Kaling, who will voice the titular mystery solver, the first look at Velma revealed just how non-kid-friendly it will be. The show's updated take on the character will also star a South Asian Velma, which has unfortunately received backlash from a subset of fans. Kaling, however, isn't fazed.
"Getting to voice this iconic character in her first-ever origin story is a dream come true, and not just because it requires literally zero time and hair and makeup," Kaling said. "And also, you've hopefully noticed by now my Velma is South Asian. And if people freak out about that, I don't care. No one's imaginations ever had a problem with a talking dog solving mysteries. So a brown Velma is fine. I think we can all handle it. In any case, you won't want to miss this, coming to HBO Max."
The new series does not yet have a title or release date. Season 1 of Our Flag Means Death is currently streaming on HBO Max.
Source: Variety
