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Colin Farrell Says The Batman Part II Is Deeper, Scarier and Higher-Stakes

Under Matt Reeves, filming is planned for spring 2026 ahead of an October 2027 release, with the story shifting toward Bruce Wayne and a never-before-filmed antagonist.

Overview

  • Colin Farrell says he has read the sequel’s script in full and describes a darker story with bigger stakes.
  • He adds that his Penguin appears even less than in the 2022 film, though he remains enthusiastic about the project.
  • Matt Reeves signals a stronger focus on Bruce Wayne and confirms the sequel continues the detective approach, with Robert Pattinson returning.
  • Reeves teases an antagonist he says has not been depicted on film before.
  • Security around the project is strict, with scripts stored in locked pouches requiring access codes.