Batman, James Gunn and DC Studios

James Gunn says it's "not the plan" for Robert Pattinson to play Batman in the DCU, but he "wouldn't rule anything out"
DC Studios boss James Gunn said that it was "very unlikely" (via Variety) and "certainly not the plan" (via Collider) that Robert Pattinson would play Batman in upcoming The Brave and the Bold. But, "I wouldn’t rule anything out," Gunn added. "He could show up in something else. But the actor doesn’t exist [yet]."
'It's Certainly Not The Plan' James Gunn Gives An Important Update on The DCU's Batman
While the new DCU is launching with Superman, the franchise doesn't have a Batman, and the studio's heads weigh in on a possible choice close to home.
James Gunn's DCU just got a major update – here are 6 key takeaways from the latest press event, including some big Batman news
That was the case until the latest DCU press event was held last Friday (February 21), anyway, with Gunn and fellow studio CEO Peter Safran providing the most significant update yet on their DCU Chapter One plans. Here are the six biggest takeaways from the presentation:
What's the Latest on the DCU? James Gunn and Peter Safran Fill Us In
Batman films "The Brave and the Bold" and "Clayface" are chugging along, while "Waller," "The Authority," and "Swamp Thing" need more time.
James Gunn Reveals What’s Up With Supergirl, Batman, and Everything Else in the DCU
We've got updates on Authority, Booster Gold, Swamp Thing, Teen Titans, Peacemaker, and so much more—right from DC Studios' James Gunn and Peter Safran.
How Zack Snyder Could Join James Gunn’s New DCU
A meeting last week between Zack Snyder and DC co-CEO James Gunn suggests the former DCEU filmmaker may return to superhero cinema. If so, what projects are on the table?
James Gunn Shares Big LANTERNS And SUPERGIRL Updates; Reveals Whether DYNAMIC DUO Will Be Set In The DCU
DC Studios co-CEOs James Gunn and Peter Safran have shared some big DCU updates, revealing where things stand with Lanterns and Supergirl: Women of Tomorrow. We also have news on the animated Dynamic Duo.
7 New DCU Projects Will Be Released Every Year: James Gunn
James Gunn and Peter Safran held a press conference to shed light on new DCU projects we will see after Superman. Learn more here!
The Batman’s Robert Pattinson Won’t Be in DCU, James Gunn Comments
James Gunn has given his most definitive comment yet regarding whether or not Robert Pattinson will be the DCU’s Batman. Pattinson plays Bruce Wayne in Matt Reeves’ The Batman. He’ll soon reprise the role for a sequel that is arriving in 2027.
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Fans troll DC Studios as they confirm Robert Pattinson’s Batman will not be part of the DCU: "Fumbling before they even start"
News has broken out that DC Studios co-heads James Gunn and Peter Safran have confirmed that Robert Pattinson's Batman 2, ...
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DC Studios Says ‘Booster Gold’ Had A Showrunner That Lost Interest, Robert Pattinson’s Batman Not Joining DCU
James Gunn reveals that Robert Pattinson won't be the DCU Batman and Peter Safran admits "Booster Gold" still needs a ...
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The New DCU Could Avoid Marvel’s Biggest Phase 5 Problem
The new DC Universe is already making room for the next generation of heroes, circumnavigating the MCU's biggest Phase 5 ...
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Superman's Krypto the Superdog to Star in Series of DCU Short Movies
Krypto the Superdog will star in a series of short films following his DCU debut in 2025's Superman. Directed by James Gunn, ...
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DC heads drop exciting updates on DCU's future movies and here's what we know so far
James Gunn's DC Universe (DCU) is falling behind Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) by a portal-like scene, and now DC Studios ...
DCU Fans Got Some Disappointing News for Comic-Con 2025
DC Studios co-president Peter Safran has confirmed that they will not have a "significant presence" at San Diego Comic-Con in ...