The film is notable for its mid-credits scene featuring the return of , though subsequent shifts in the DC Universe leadership led to the cancellation of planned sequels and a reboot of the franchise under James Gunn.

: Critics gave the film mixed reviews, often praising the action and cast (especially Brosnan and Johnson) but criticizing the screenplay and over-reliance on CGI. It holds a 39% critic score and a much higher 88% audience score on the Black Adam Rotten Tomatoes page.

: Following its theatrical run, the film was released on VOD platforms on November 22, 2022, and began streaming on HBO Max (now Max) on December 16, 2022. DCEU Impact

: The film grossed approximately $393.5 million worldwide against a production budget of $190–260 million. While it was Johnson's biggest opening as a solo star, it was generally considered a financial disappointment due to its high production and marketing costs.