What can we say about Batman? He’s a childhood memory, a cult phenomenon, a fictional universe, and an emotion every teenager has felt. The only thing we know for sure is that we can’t get enough of him. This begs the question:
Is there a Batman sequel with the ever-dashing Robert Pattinson in the works?
James Gunn recently addressed some fresh rumors about the DCU’s Batman casting on the app Threads. When a fan inquired if the script for the sequel was still being written, Gunn affirmed, “Yes.” And when pressed about the completion timeline, he humorously deferred to director Matt Reeves, saying, “When Matt thinks he is ready!”
Why the delay for The Batman: Part II? Whispers of the sequel’s cancellation arose from the lack of updates. However, the real reason for the holdup was the 2023 Hollywood strikes, which brought the industry to a standstill. Consequently, Reeves had to pause his work on the script.
The film’s release has been pushed from 2025 to October 2, 2026. Originally, Pattinson was set to film new scenes as the Dark Knight starting last November, but now, production is slated to begin in April 2025.
Will Robert Pattinson don the cape and cowl again? Although the sequel’s extended timeline has fans on edge, the massive fanbase of this iconic franchise guarantees more screen time for the Dark Knight. Ever since the sequel was announced, anticipation has been high for Pattinson’s return as Bruce Wayne. This movie will be part of the DC Elseworlds series, focusing on standalone stories within the DC universe.
So, while we all wait with bated breath for Robert Pattinson to swoop back into Gotham’s shadows, it’s clear that the Batman saga is far from over. With the film industry bouncing back and scripts being polished to a shine, the countdown to 2026 is officially on. Until then, let’s revel in the rumor mill, indulge in our Bat-fantasies, and maybe even practice our best gravelly “I’m Batman” in the mirror. After all, in the ever-twisting tale of the Caped Crusader, patience is just another virtue in our utility belts.
