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What to watch before Clayface

You don't need to watch anything before Clayface. For context, try Creature Commandos: Season 1 and Superman. Clayface is out now in cinemas.

Clayface is a DC Studios horror film set in the new DC Universe. It tells its own story, so you can go in without watching anything first.

Updated 15 October 2026

Clayface poster

Nonerequired

4titles for context

12hif you want them

The essentials

Nothing. Clayface is a standalone story, so it works on its own.

Want some context?

Optional, but they add to the story. About 12 hours in all.

Creature Commandos: Season 1
Series · 2024 · 7 episodes · 2h 45m
The official start of the new DC Universe, and its take on monsters.
Superman
Film · 2025 · 2h 10m
The DCU's first film, which sets up the world Clayface lives in.
Peacemaker: Season 2
Series · 2025 · 8 episodes · 5h 39m
Peacemaker's story carries on in the new DCU after Superman.
Supergirl
Film · 2026 · 1h 48m
The DCU's most recent film before Clayface.

Questions

What do I need to watch before Clayface?

Nothing. Clayface is a standalone story, so it works on its own. For context, you could watch Creature Commandos: Season 1, Superman, Peacemaker: Season 2, Supergirl.

When does Clayface come out?

Clayface came out in cinemas on 23 October 2026 in the US.

Is Clayface part of the DCU?

Yes. Clayface is part of James Gunn and Peter Safran's DC Universe, alongside Superman and Supergirl.

The full story

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