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5 days ago
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Superman Director James Gunn Calls Batman Part II Casting Rumours ‘Nonsense'
One of the biggest rumours after The Batman Part II's announcement was Robin's involvement in the new story, a speculation which was dismissed by James Gunn. The news about Batman Part II's production date, starring Robert Pattinson, has sparked a lot of excitement. Along with the announcement, lots of guesses and rumours have started about which DC characters might appear in the film. One of the biggest rumours was that Batman's well-known sidekick, Robin, will be part of the new story. But soon after the speculation escalated online, James Gunn, the head of DC Studios, dismissed the rumour and told everyone to 'stop believing this nonsense." He said that only a few people have actually seen the script for the sequel, which is directed by Matt Reeves. James Gunn On Robin's Role In Batman 2: A DC fan website had shared a guess that Robin might be included in the script for Robert Pattinson's movie. In the deleted post, they also mentioned the movie will be dark like the first one and the director, along with writer Mattson Tomlin, are working hard to make it exciting and bold. Soon after, Gunn came across the post on Threads and clarified, 'Guys please stop believing this nonsense. I think six of us have read the script. No one knows anything about the Batman 2." Before this, James Gunn had responded to another rumour (Now Deleted). He wrote, 'Anything you've heard about that movie is made up or a guess. No one in the world knows anything about the concept for the story except four people." View on Threads Warner Bros. Discovery Confirms Batman Part II Filming Warner Bros. Discovery recently announced that filming for the new Batman movie will start 'next spring." In the shareholders' letter, the studio praised the recent success of James Gunn's Superman movie. The note highlighted that the David Corenswet-starrer made $220 million worldwide during its opening weekend. It also became the highest-earning DC Studios movie globally since 2022. The letter mentioned, 'James Gunn is busy preparing the next instalments of the DC super family, including Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow (2026), Clayface (2026) and the next Wonder Woman. In addition, The Batman II (2027) is preparing to begin shooting next spring, among several other projects in development. The 10 year vision for the DC universe also includes an exciting array of television projects, including The Penguin, the upcoming new season of Peacemaker, and the debut of Lanterns in 2026. In a precise and measured way, the DC franchise will increasingly overlay across the studio's broader efforts: from film and TV to consumer products, games, experiences and social." Fans have been eager for the sequel to Matt Reeves and Robert Pattinson's The Batman, which first hit theatres in March 2022. The Batman Part II will be released in 2027. First Published: August 11, 2025, 17:18 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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20-06-2025
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Will Robert Pattinson's Batman Join The DC Universe? James Gunn Has The Answer
Last Updated: James Gunn mentioned that there is a small chance that Robert Pattinson's Batman could join the bigger DC world someday. James Gunn has confirmed that the next Batman movie with Robert Pattinson is still happening, despite rumours of its cancellation. He shared that director Matt Reeves is busy writing the script for the sequel. This Batman story is separate from the main DC Universe (DCU). Gunn added that there is a small chance this version of the Caped Crusader could join the bigger DC world someday. At the same time, DC Studios is working on another Batman film called The Brave and the Bold, which will be part of Gunn's DC Universe. The filmmaker is working closely with the writer to make sure this new Batman has a strong role, instead of being silly. Speaking with Rolling Stone, Gunn said, 'I would never say zero, because you just never know. But it's not likely. It's not likely at all. I'll also say Batman Part II is not cancelled. That's the other thing I hear all the time — that Batman Part II is cancelled. It's not cancelled. We don't have a script. Matt's slow. Let him take his time. Let him do what he's doing. God, people are mean. Let him do his thing, man." 'Batman's my biggest issue in all of DC right now, personally. And it's not, I'm not writing Batman, but I am working with the writer of Batman and trying to get it right, because he's incredibly important to DC, as is Wonder Woman. So, outside of the stuff that I'm doing in the projects that are actively going, our two priorities are finishing our Wonder Woman and our Batman scripts," James Gunn explained. Confirming that The Batman script is still called The Brave and the Bold, Gunn said that the movie won't be made just because he's a popular character. The filmmaker explained that there has to be a proper reason for Batman to exist in the DC Universe. This version will be different from Robert Pattinson's Batman, as Gunn made it clear that he isn't interested in showing a funny or over the top Dark Knight. Instead, he wants a serious story that fits well into his films. Although fans will have to wait longer to see Batman return to theatres, James Gunn is getting ready to launch the new DC Universe with Superman. The film stars David Corenswet as the titular superhero, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane and Nicholas Hoult as the villain Lex Luthor. It is set to hit cinemas on July 11. First Published:
Express Tribune
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
James Gunn offers clarity on Robert Pattinson's future in DCU and delays to the Batman Part II
DC Studios co-head James Gunn has addressed speculation surrounding Robert Pattinson's potential inclusion in the main DC Universe and provided an update on the status of The Batman Part II. Speaking with Rolling Stone, Gunn clarified ongoing rumours but left the door slightly ajar, stating, 'I would never say zero, because you just never know. But it's not likely. It's not likely at all.' This suggests that there are no current plans for Pattinson's Batman to join the mainline DCU alongside David Corenswet's Superman, who will debut in Superman this July. Fan hopes for a unified DCU Trinity featuring Superman, Wonder Woman, and Batman remain in flux, especially with the DCU's Batman-centric film, The Brave and the Bold, still without a lead actor. Meanwhile, Matt Reeves' The Batman Part II, a standalone sequel in a separate continuity, continues to face development delays. Originally expected to deliver a script in early 2024, Reeves and co-writer Mattson Tomlin have yet to finalise the screenplay. This has pushed the film's release to October 1, 2027. Amid online speculation that the sequel might be cancelled, Gunn addressed the concerns directly. 'Batman Part II is not canceled. We don't have a script. Matt's slow. Let him take his time,' Gunn stated, dismissing cancellation rumours and encouraging patience from fans. Gunn also disputed recent reports claiming the script was expected by Memorial Day, noting on Threads that such expectations were unfounded. As development continues, it now appears unlikely that production will begin in 2025. Despite growing frustrations over the delay, DC Studios appears committed to allowing Reeves the time he needs to develop the sequel. For now, The Batman Part II remains on track for a 2027 release, albeit with an uncertain production timeline.
