US EditionThe Batman 2 Finally Begins Shooting Spring 2026 — 4 Years After Robert Pattinson's The Batman Hit Theaters
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, AUG 6 – Production for the sequel begins at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden as the franchise continues exploring Gotham's recovery and complex themes following the first film's $772 million global success.
- Warner Bros. confirmed that The Batman Part II, starring Robert Pattinson, will begin filming in spring 2026 and release theatrically on October 1, 2027.
- The sequel faced delays from an initial 2025 release, primarily due to scriptwriting and production needs, a gap James Gunn defended as common in sequels.
- In June, Matt Reeves and his collaborator Mattson Tomlin finalized the screenplay, continuing the narrative from the 2022 original that earned $772 million globally.
- James Gunn stressed that Reeves should be allowed sufficient time to complete the screenplay without pressure or rushing.
- The Batman Part II's progress aligns with a broader DC universe plan including projects like Supergirl and Clayface in 2026, reflecting Warner Bros.' 10-year DC vision.
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