James Gunn Defends Robert Pattinson's Batman 2 Release Decision

DC Studios CEO James Gunn defended the release date for Robert Pattinson's The Batman Part 2.

After years of anticipation, Matt Reeves' The Batman proved to be an instant hit with audiences, quickly leading to plans for sequels and spin-offs. But when James Gunn and Peter Safran entered the fray to shake up DC and plan out a new slate, many were concerned about what that meant for Pattinson's Batman.

The Batman universe is now officially placed to co-exist separately from the new DCU as one of the few Elseworlds projects moving forward. Part 2 is set to begin filming later this year ahead of a theatrical release in October 2025, just three months after Gunn's own Superman: Legacy.

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