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James Gunn has officially addressed the growing speculation surrounding The Batman II, putting to rest any concerns about its cancellation. While promoting the upcoming Superman film, Gunn reaffirmed the sequel’s importance within DC’s current lineup and emphasized that the rumors about the movie being scrapped were unfounded. His comments offered clarity and reassurance to fans, confirming that Robert Pattinson will once again take on the mantle of Batman, while Matt Reeves returns to direct the next chapter in the dark and brooding trilogy.
Though the five-year wait between the first and second film might seem unusually long, Gunn made it clear that this timeline is not out of the ordinary for major franchises. Referencing well-known sequels like Aliens, Incredibles 2, and Top Gun: Maverick, he explained on social media that such gaps often reflect the time needed to develop high-quality stories, rather than a lack of momentum. Gunn also highlighted Reeves’ dedication to crafting the perfect film, noting that big-budget productions often require up to two years after the script is finalized just for pre-production, shooting, and editing.
In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Gunn reiterated that Reeves’ work on the trilogy remains a vital part of the DC universe, stating, “What Matt’s doing is still really important, despite all stories to the contrary.” He revealed that the team is expecting to receive the script soon and expressed excitement about the project’s progress. This aligns with previous comments from Pattinson, who, while promoting Mickey 17, humorously acknowledged the lengthy delay by saying, “I started out as young Batman and I’m going to be f*cking old Batman by the sequel… I’m 38. I’m old.” Despite the wait, he confirmed that filming is set to begin by the end of 2025 and described the new storyline as “very cool” and “very exciting,” though he refrained from revealing any plot details.
With both Gunn and Pattinson showing enthusiasm and confidence in the project, The Batman II seems poised to deliver a compelling continuation of the gritty narrative that began in 2022. While fans will need to remain patient for its arrival, the creative team’s commitment to quality storytelling signals that the wait will likely be well worth it.