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We separate fact from rumour and traverse what may unfold in Matt Reeves’ DC Comics blockbuster: The Batman: Part II

The Batman: Part II is currently one of the most-discussed movies, with rich rumour-heavy messages circulating on social media. With so much in the air, it feels like the team is deliberately throwing us off the scent for many reasons — all of them good.

The Plot

While no official plot has been announced, that hasn’t stopped the internet from speculating. Some rumours seem solid, others feel more like fan wishlists. One thing is for sure: the sequel won’t be part of James Gunn‘s DC Universe — much to the delight of fans on both sides. This means we can expect the same atmospheric and script continuity from the first film.

Robin Will Star?

Many think it will happen, but it seems unlikely — for now. Throwing Robin into the mix requires a justified arc. In short — it’s probably not going to happen. Regardless, outside of comic books, Dick Grayson isn’t the first port of call for a Caped Crusader adaptation owing to its dark, brooding narratives we’ve come to know. Unless they choose an alter ego.

The Villain

The antagonist is always the exciting element of a DC movie. Comic writers do such a great job thanks to the complex psychological profiles they’re given. From The Joker, Mr. Freeze, to even Bane, every single villain has been in the dock. However, Matt Reeves quickly poured cold water on such suggestions, stating: “The antagonist for The Batman Part II has never really been done in a movie before.” 

Unless Reeves is trying to throw us off, this somewhat narrows the list for potential candidates. He then said:

“You kind of look at them [rumours] casually and go ‘Oh, is that what they think now? Oh. Interesting. Okay.’ You gotta put your head down and do what you do and try to do it as best as you can.”

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Some have suggested that Clayface could be central to the plot of the sequel, more so when considering rumours of ‘mimicry‘ core to the character’s identity. This makes sense, and could be the motivation for the current Clayface movie/TV show, which is in production.

Could Matt Reeves, a lover of meta storytelling, be hiding a clue in plain sight? If so, what a way to throw us off. We already have a Penguin series. Maybe, just maybe, this will supplement The Batman: Part II. Other theories include Hush, Hugo Strange, The Mad Hatter, Killer Croc, and even Man-Bat.

Colin Farrell On Sequel, Plus Confirmed Casting

Of course, Robert Pattinson will reprise his role as Batman, and Colin Farrell has signed up to return, Andy Serkis as Alfred Pennyworth, and Jeffrey Wright as Commissioner Gordon. Zoë Kravitz is yet to be confirmed as Catwoman, though her absence isn’t unusual given the cycle of plotlines and characters.

In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Colin Farrell opened up about his role in the new movie. The Penguin star said: “I’ve got an even smaller role in this one. But I’m OK with that…I’ve read the script, from start to finish, and I can’t say much about it. But it’s deeper, scarier, the stakes are bigger. I’m really excited to see it.”

Release Date

Filming is set to begin in Spring of 2026, with a tentative release date scheduled for 1st October 2027 — a five-year gap which understandably left fans frustrated. This prompted Pattinson to jokingly say: “I started out as young Batman and I’m going to be f***ing old Batman by the sequel.. I’m 38, I’m old.” He later added, “I’m old, but I’m healthier. I think I’ve actually brought my biological age down a bit.”

Production Details

Matt Reeves returns to direct, co-writing the script with Mattson Tomlin. Greig Fraser (Dune, Zero Dark Thirty, The Batman) will head cinematography again, while Jacqueline Durran returns to oversee its costume design. Her contributions were a highlight of the first film, edging the adaptation to be as close to the comic as possible under Reeves’.