James Gunn Confirms “The Batman Part II” Script Isn’t Ready Yet

Fans have been eagerly awaiting updates on The Batman Part II, and while the excitement is real, it looks like there’s a longer wait ahead.

The first film, directed by Matt Reeves, made a splash in the superhero world with its gritty, noir take on the Caped Crusader, giving audiences a portrayal of Batman they hadn’t seen in years. Although the movie didn’t hit the billion-dollar mark at the box office, it cemented itself as a standout in the DC Universe. But here’s the catch—while reports recently claimed that the script for the sequel was finished, James Gunn is now saying otherwise.

In September, Reeves himself told Entertainment Weekly that the script for The Batman Part II was complete, but in a surprising twist, James Gunn set the record straight during an exchange on Threads on November 17th. “I think that report was well-intentioned but it was mistaken. We are very much looking forward to it,” Gunn responded when asked about the script’s status.

The news has left fans buzzing, and not in a good way. Many are disappointed, wondering when they’ll finally get to see Robert Pattinson back in the cowl. Adding fuel to the fire is the uncertainty surrounding how Batman fits into James Gunn and Peter Safran’s new DCU plans. Batman has long eclipsed Superman as DC’s most popular character, so there’s no question the Dark Knight has a future in the revamped universe. But will The Batman Part II be the final chapter for Reeves’ vision of Gotham’s vigilante?

While fans wait for answers, the DC Universe continues to keep them hooked with content like The Penguin series on MAX, which has given viewers a taste of the world that Reeves created. The show has been dissected for hints, Easter eggs, and possible plot threads for the upcoming movie. But for now, the wait continues.

Gunn’s revelation has left some fans speculating about the possibility of multiple Batmen in the DCU, something that isn’t unheard of in the comic book world. From Earth-One and Earth-Two Batmen meeting during the Justice League/Justice Society crossovers to Bruce Wayne and Dick Grayson both wearing the cape at the same time in the 2010s, the idea isn’t entirely far-fetched.

While it’s clear that the script for The Batman Part II isn’t ready just yet, fans will have to hang tight for more news on what’s next for Gotham’s greatest detective.