'Aquaman 2': 7 Stars Are Returning, 1 Star Is Exiting (& It's Not Who You'd Guess)

Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom (aka Aquaman 2) is set to be released in theaters on December 20, but you may be surprised by the departure of a major character from the franchise’s first film.

After the trailer was released, fans have been questioning why one character did not appear on screen at all. James Wan, the film’s director, then confirmed the news.

Keep reading to see who is returning and who has exited the franchise (and why)…