James Gunn Debunks Rumors About Robin in The Batman Part II: What We Know So Far
As preparations for The Batman Part II production are underway for next year, James Gunn is addressing online fan speculation. The DC Studios head debunked a rumor about Robin, the Dark Knight's sidekick, appearing in Matt Reeves' upcoming sequel. Gunn emphasized that very few people have read the script and that any information circulating about The Batman 2 is purely speculative.
The Batman Part II is part of the DC Universe's new phase, distinct from James Gunn's Superman project. The 'Gods and Monsters' phase, which includes The Batman (2022) and The Penguin series, offers a fresh take on the DCU. Gunn has been vocal about defending the delays on The Batman Part II, which is now scheduled for release on October 1, 2027, after a postponement.
Reeves and co-writer Mattson Tomlin completed the script for The Batman Part II in June, as confirmed by Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders. The studio announced that production on the sequel will commence in the spring. Gunn's statements have clarified that any details about the storyline or characters in The Batman 2 are purely speculative and not based on concrete information.