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The Batman 2 Won't Feature Robin, James Gunn Confirms

ONLINE, AUG 08 – James Gunn warns fans to trust only official updates to stop misinformation about 'The Batman Part II', noting only six people have read the script, he said.

  • On Friday, DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn took to Threads to dispel rumors that Robin would appear in The Batman Part II.
  • Following a report from Jeff Sneider, fans began speculating Robin would appear in The Batman Part II, fueling rumors about the sequel’s content.
  • Gunn wrote `Guys please stop believing this nonsense` to dismiss rumors, adding `I think six of us have read the script. No one knows anything about the Batman 2` to emphasize secrecy.
  • As production prepares to get underway next year, Gunn stated earlier this week that casting has not yet begun for The Batman Part II, while Warner Bros announced production starts in spring 2026.
  • Following a few delays, The Batman Part II is finally scheduled to come to theaters October 1, 2027, with the script and story remaining under lock and key as shooting approaches.
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James Gunn pushes back on popular character appearing in The Batman sequel

‘No one knows anything about The Batman 2,’ said the DC Studios co-CEO

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