Overview
- Director Matt Reeves and co-writer Mattson Tomlin delivered the completed screenplay in June, clearing the path for a spring 2026 shoot
- The sequel, delayed from October 2026, is now slated for an October 1, 2027 theatrical release with Robert Pattinson returning as Batman
- DC Studios under James Gunn and Peter Safran has adopted a strict script-first approach to ensure quality before moving into production
- James Gunn is already writing and will direct the next Super-Family films, including Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow (2026), Clayface (2026) and a new Wonder Woman
- The Batman Part II sits under DC’s Elseworlds banner, running parallel to Gunn’s main DC Universe continuity without crossover spoilers