It seems to be just like the Bat-Sign can be staying darkish just a little longer. “The Batman Half II,” directed by Matt Reeves and starring Robert Pattinson, has been delayed but once more, now set to hit theaters on October 1, 2027. This marks the third launch date shift, following earlier slots in October 2026 and October 2025.
Deadline broke the information, which additionally revealed different reshuffling in Hollywood. The unique October 2026 launch date for The Batman Half II is now taken by an Alejandro González Iñárritu undertaking starring Tom Cruise. In the meantime, Pattinson’s different movie, “Mickey 17,” is transferring as much as March 7, 2025, and Ryan Coogler’s vampire film “Sinners,” starring Michael B. Jordan, will launch on April 18, 2025.
The delay isn’t precisely surprising. Rumors had been swirling in regards to the pushback, with sources pointing to James Gunn, DC Studios’ co-president, ready on a accomplished script from Reeves. Gunn appeared unconcerned about overlapping dates with the not too long ago introduced “Clayface” movie, written by Mike Flanagan, slated for September 11, 2026. “Clayface and Reeves’ Batman are in numerous universes,” Gunn acknowledged, disregarding considerations about any potential battle.
Based on sources, Reeves is meticulously engaged on the script for The Batman Half II, unwilling to maneuver ahead till all the pieces is good. “He’s being very protecting and meticulous,” one supply famous. Add in DC’s broader adjustments beneath James Gunn and Peter Safran, and the trail ahead for Reeves’ Batman stays difficult.
Initially, Reeves’ Batman was meant to face aside as a part of DC’s Elseworlds saga. A brand new Batman was alleged to debut in “The Courageous and the Daring,” however that undertaking, directed by Andy Muschietti, seems to be on maintain as properly. Hypothesis is now swirling about whether or not Pattinson’s Batman would possibly be part of the broader DC Universe, however nothing has been confirmed.
With The Batman Half II now probably taking 5 years to reach, Warner Bros. and DC are probably questioning whether or not they can afford to go a decade with out Batman gracing the massive display. For now, Reeves has one other yr to good the movie, and followers can solely hope it lives as much as the legacy of “The Darkish Knight.”
What do you consider one other delay for The Batman Half II? Are you continue to excited, or has the lengthy wait killed your enthusiasm? Share your ideas and predictions within the feedback!
December 27, 2024 12:40 pm
