Summary

The much-awaited
Harley Quinn
Season 5 penciled in for release this year offers a thrilling update for diehard DC fans.
Season 5 renewal comes with fresh portrayals and explosive story arcs, setting the stage for new alliances in Gotham’s underworld.
Kite Man spinoff and returning voice talents promise a dynamic and vibrant continuation of the beloved animated series.

The much-anticipated fifth season of the DC adult-animated series, Harley Quinn, has finally been penciled in for a release this year. Season 5’s renewal was officially announced last November, and this recent update gives a clearer picture of when DC fans can dive back into the chaotic world of Gotham’s most notorious antiheroine.

Per The Direct, the confirmation comes from Corus Entertainment and Warner Bros. Animation, presenting a thrilling update for fans who have waited for the show’s comeback on Max since the fourth season wrapped up in September 2023. The timing of Harley Quinn Season 5’s release is expected to align with the theatrical debut of Todd Phillips’ Joker: Folie à Deux on October 4, 2024, which introduces a fresh portrayal of Harley Quinn by Oscar-winning actress Lady Gaga.

Harley Quinn Release Date November 29, 2019 Seasons 4 Studio DC Universe Franchise DC Expand

The series, under the creative guidance of Justin Halpern, Patrick Schumacker, and Dean Lorey, with Lorey at the helm as showrunner for the new season, continues to feature the voices of Kaley Cuoco as Harley Quinn and Lake Bell as Poison Ivy. Other returning talents include Ron Funches as King Shark, JB Smoove as Frank the Plant, and Alan Tudyk in the dual roles of Clayface and The Joker. The cast is rounded out by Christopher Meloni as Commissioner Gordon, Diedrich Bader voicing Batman/Bruce Wayne, and James Adomian as Bane, ensuring the continuation of the dynamic and vibrant ensemble that fans have grown to love.

In addition to the fifth season, Max is set to introduce the series’ first spinoff, Kite Man: Hell Yeah! This new venture will follow Kite Man and Golden Glider as they explore new horizons together, venturing into business with their own bar under the looming presence of Lex Luthor’s Legion of Doom.

WARNING! This section contains Harley Quinn Season 4 spoilers.

Harley Quinn’s Previous Season Sets Up for an Explosive Season 5

Harley Quinn’s fourth season left fans reeling with its thrilling developments and narrative twists that could potentially give it an explosive return in Season 5. The finale unfolded with monumental revelations: Batgirl, having survived the Joker’s attack, is now confined to a wheelchair but has not lost her edge, using her tech prowess to thwart Lex Luthor alongside Harley and Poison Ivy. The episode concluded with Batgirl announcing her departure from the Bat Family to join the Gotham City Sirens, setting the stage for new alliances and confrontations in Gotham’s underworld.

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Briana Cuoco, the voice behind Batgirl, shared her insights and hopes for her character in the upcoming season during a recent interview with ComicBook. Despite being in the dark about the specifics of the fifth season, Cuoco expressed a connection to her character, saying:

“I don’t know anything. I just got asked this in another interview and he thought I was being facetious. I actually really don’t. I hope that girl’s around, obviously I have no control over that. I love her so much. I love how sort of earnest she is and pure and I mean, obviously in this last season she’s changed a little bit, but I adore her and I hope I get to go back.”

Harley Quinn
Season 1-4 are available for streaming on Max.