Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it was released simultaneously in theaters and on HBO Max , which influenced its box-office performance despite being widely watched. Key Comparisons Suicide Squad (2016) The Suicide Squad (2021) Director David Ayer James Gunn Tone Darker, "gritty" studio-style R-rated, darkly comedic Key Characters Deadshot, Harley Quinn, Joker Harley Quinn, Bloodsport, Peacemaker Narrative Focus Midway City threat Mission in Corto Maltese
Cerita dimulai dengan eksposisi yang intens. Di dunia tanpa Superman (setelah peristiwa Batman v Superman ), pemerintah Amerika Serikat merasa rentan. Mereka membutuhkan senjata untuk melawan ancaman meta-manusia berikutnya.