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James Gunn Confirms Matt Reeves Still Directs The Batman Part 2

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James Gunn, one of the co-CEOs at DC Studios, addressed a significant query about “The Batman – Part 2″ that had left DC fans eagerly awaiting its release. Over three years since “The Batman” made waves in cinemas for Warner Bros., it was confirmed that the series would carry on in an Elseworlds context. However, details regarding its progress have been scarce.

James Gunn clarified on social media that Matt Reeves remains attached as director for “The Batman” sequel. There were speculations circulating online suggesting Reeves had departed the project due to production-related problems, leading to delays in the movie’s release dates.

A fan on Threads wondered if Reeves was still set to direct the Caped Crusader’s sequel. Gunn straightforwardly responded, “Yes… Huh?”, making it clear that Reeves remains as director for Robert Pattinson’s next standalone film.

Reeves’ debut work on “The Batman” (2022) was widely acclaimed by both critics and fans, making it one of the most successful films of that year. This development is sure to bring comfort to viewers, who have been lavishing praise on Reeves for his captivating portrayal of Gotham’s environment and its iconic characters, including both heroes and villains.

As for the upcoming sequel, “The Batman – Part 2,” details remain scanty before its scheduled release on October 1, 2027. Matt Reeves is set to continue his directorial role, with Robert Pattinson reprising his part as the Dark Knight and Andy Serkis as Alfred Pennyworth. The majority of the cast for this continuation remains unannounced at present.

Will The Batman – Part 2 Live Up to the Original Movie?

The initial release of “Batman” was a blockbuster hit in cinemas, raking in over $770 million at the worldwide box office and maintaining an impressive 85% rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes. Given its status as one of DC Comics’ most successful modern productions, it’s understandable that audiences have high expectations for Reeves and Pattinson’s future projects in this series.

In the continuation of the tale, titled “The Batman – Part 2“, we find Batman grappling with familiar foes such as the Joker and the Penguin, set against the backdrop of Gotham City which has been submerged and left in disarray. The critically praised portrayal of the Penguin by Colin Farrell provides ample ground for this sequel to delve into further.

Regrettably, it appears that Matt Reeves hasn’t quite finalized the script for The Batman – Part 2 yet; the main plot and storyline are still in the process of being shaped and molded.

Fortunately, Gunn’s update reassured us that the studio intends to continue with Reeves and won’t be cancelling the movie, demonstrating their confidence in the Elseworlds-set universe. If filming commences later this year as scheduled, many fans will undoubtedly remain excited to discover what Pattinson’s Batman has prepared for us in 2027.

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2025-05-11 02:37

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