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Scarlett Johansson in Final Talks for The Batman: Part II as Reeves Sets Cinematographer

The film is slated to shoot in spring 2026 for an October 1, 2027 release with Robert Pattinson returning.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets report Johansson is in final negotiations to join Matt Reeves’ sequel, with her role undisclosed.
  • Johansson is expected to film Mike Flanagan’s new The Exorcist before moving to The Batman: Part II, according to trade reports.
  • Reeves confirmed Oscar-winner Erik Messerschmidt as director of photography, signaling the sequel’s technical team is locking in.
  • Zoë Kravitz is not expected to return as Selina Kyle/Catwoman, trade coverage indicates.
  • Reeves co-wrote the completed script with Mattson Tomlin, Nexus Point News first flagged Johansson’s talks, and the project remains separate from DC’s main shared universe.