The BATMAN Part II Script Has Finally Been Completed By Matt Reeves And Mattson Tomlin

The BATMAN Part II Script Has Finally Been Completed By Matt Reeves And Mattson Tomlin

In recent weeks, speculation has swirled about when Matt Reeves would complete the script for The Batman Part II, but just now, the director put the rumors to rest himself.

By MarkJulian - Jun 27, 2025 02:06 PM EST
Filed Under: The Batman

Development on the script for The Batman Part II has undeniably, been moving slowly, resulting in repeated delays to the film’s release. The sequel is currently scheduled to hit theaters on October 1, 2027.

This has led to much speculation from the Hollywood trades and fans alike about the status of the project.

Is The Batman sequel delayed or canceled? Is progress on the script holding up development on The Brave and the Bold? There were even wild, unsubstantiated rumors that Matt Reeves was suffering from a debilitating illness.

Well, all that foolhardiness and speculation can be put to bed now, as Reeves has taken to social media to reveal the existence of a finished script for The Batman Part II.

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It appears that Mattson Tomlin, who unofficially assisted the first film with uncredited script revisions, will officially be acknowledged on Part II.

DC Studios co-chair James Gunn previously stated that he was expecting the script in June, and it seems that Reeves was simply just working up until the last minute.

Production on The Batman Part II is now projected to begin sometime in the fourth quarter of 2025, likely between October and December.

The film has already experienced a significant delay from its initial release schedule. Originally set to debut on October 2, 2026, the highly anticipated sequel has since been pushed back a full year and is now slated to arrive in theaters on October 1, 2027.

Naturally, specific plot details remain tightly under wraps at this time.

However, Robert Pattinson is confirmed to reprise his role as Bruce Wayne, and several key cast members from the first film are also expected to return. These include Zoë Kravitz as Selina Kyle, Paul Dano as Edward Nashton (The Riddler), Jeffrey Wright as Commissioner Jim Gordon, Andy Serkis as loyal butler Alfred Pennyworth, and Colin Farrell as Oswald Cobblepot, also known as The Penguin.

Barry Keoghan, who made a brief but chilling appearance as the Joker in a deleted scene and cameo at the end of the first film, is widely expected, though not officially confirmed, to return in a more prominent capacity.

Director Matt Reeves remains at the helm and has emphasized his focus on continuing to explore the psychological and noir-driven elements that defined the tone of the first installment. While much about the story remains a mystery, anticipation continues to build as fans await more concrete updates on the next chapter in this grounded take on the Dark Knight.

With a script complete, and assuming it meets James Gunn's approval, casting should get underway next. 

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TheJok3r
TheJok3r - 6/27/2025, 3:02 PM
Finally, all the clowns claiming and hoping this has been cancelled can shut the F up.
HulkisHoly
HulkisHoly - 6/27/2025, 3:03 PM
@TheJok3r -

I still wish it would be. We need the DCU Batman.
TheJok3r
TheJok3r - 6/27/2025, 3:06 PM
@HulkisHoly - No we don't. The DCU Batman can be used in team up movies until Reeves finishes his trilogy.
ObserverIO
ObserverIO - 6/27/2025, 3:20 PM
@HulkisHoly - We need A DCU Batman. Battinson could be it.

So dumb to need a Batman when you already have a Batman.
ObserverIO
ObserverIO - 6/27/2025, 3:21 PM
@HulkisHoly - I'm calling Gunn dumb, not you btw
KennKathleen
KennKathleen - 6/27/2025, 3:27 PM
@HulkisHoly - Batman & Detecive Comics has ran simultaneously for decades with no big deal.

Both CAN work. They just need to nail the landing on both stories.

I'd rather have it this way than overload one film with too many ideas.

🪙🪙
MrDandy
MrDandy - 6/27/2025, 3:55 PM
@ObserverIO - I'm sure the WB and DC producers would love if Robert Pattinson and Matt Reeves would agree to merge this into the DCU. I'm not convinced it will happen.
NonPlayerC
NonPlayerC - 6/27/2025, 4:02 PM
@ObserverIO - I kind of like having the insurance policy of Pattison separate. So far his version of batman is entertaining, not perfect but definitely on the better side. Who knows what we're gonna get in Gunns universe. It could be great or he could miss the landing. Either way I suspect a wild different take on batman considering the wacky and silly look that superman is taking. This universe could be closer to the old Adam west batman and justice friends cartoon. personally I think Gunns kinda over correcting from how dark the snyderverse was but hopefully they'll have movies with differing tones. all said though, having Pattison in else worlds just means if the gunn verse doesn't do well at least we got him, if it does maybe we'll get a DC crisis on infinite earths in 15 years with an older battison
UltimaRex
UltimaRex - 6/27/2025, 4:06 PM
@HulkisHoly - only way that'll happen faster is with this happening ASAP.
Nonameforme
Nonameforme - 6/27/2025, 4:18 PM
@TheJok3r - it should have been. The batman was a bad movie.
TheJok3r
TheJok3r - 6/27/2025, 4:23 PM
@Nonameforme - Says who ? Some nobody online ?
HulkisHoly
HulkisHoly - 6/27/2025, 5:22 PM
@ObserverIO -

I’m 100% for merging the universes. I just don’t know if it’ll happen now.
ObserverIO
ObserverIO - 6/27/2025, 5:56 PM
@NonPlayerC - I totally get that. But they could always just retcon the non-Reeves stuff, like they did with the Schumacher movies.
Scarilian
Scarilian - 6/27/2025, 6:07 PM
@TheJok3r -
It's still not in production yet... plus the idea has always been that they'd either move forward with Gunn's Universe or Reeves' Universe.

With Superman tracking low, this could be a sign they don't plan to continue with Gunn's Universe and we could see a phase-out - e.g. Superman -> Supergirl -> Clayface -> Batman Part 2
McMurdo
McMurdo - 6/27/2025, 7:24 PM
@ObserverIO - no he can't 🙂
McMurdo
McMurdo - 6/27/2025, 7:27 PM
@NonPlayerC - that's precisely how I fele about Brave and the Bold. Reeves' Batman is a really bad detective who can hardly take on a group of school kids at a bus stop. I have no issue with this film going forward knowing a comic accurate Batman is in the works too. We need the World's Greatest Detective on film, and we aren't getting that with Reeves' version of the character.
McMurdo
McMurdo - 6/27/2025, 7:27 PM
@Scarilian - I love how you're still deluding yourself into believing Supes is tracking low lol
Nonameforme
Nonameforme - 6/27/2025, 9:59 PM
@TheJok3r - says me, who watched it and thinks it sucks.
TheJok3r
TheJok3r - 6/27/2025, 11:50 PM
@Nonameforme - No one cares what you think; all that matters is the box office numbers and critical reception. It has an 85% on Rotten Tomatoes and made over $750 million on a limited 45 day theatrical run.
Nonameforme
Nonameforme - 6/28/2025, 1:15 AM
@TheJok3r - I care what I think. You seem very emotional about this. It's a tad bit weird.
TheJok3r
TheJok3r - 6/28/2025, 1:23 AM
@Nonameforme - And you seem to overestimate the importance of your opinion, which is even weirder.
Nonameforme
Nonameforme - 6/28/2025, 10:32 AM
@TheJok3r - you're implying my opinion has importance. It doesn't. Nor does yours. Again, you're putting entirely too much thought into this. It's honestly weird man
DTor91
DTor91 - 6/27/2025, 3:02 PM
Lots of crow to be eaten on this site. As per usual.
Canyoublush
Canyoublush - 6/27/2025, 4:21 PM
@DTor91 - The dog who’s been let off her leash strikes again and this time she’s hungry for crows. Damn if I knew you were starving for food I would have thrown you a bone. All you needed to do was bark as per usual.
bobevanz
bobevanz - 6/27/2025, 4:37 PM
@DTor91 - especially this clown above me. Probably an alt for someone lmao
McMurdo
McMurdo - 6/27/2025, 7:28 PM
@Canyoublush - you're like a guy who works at Hallmark who constantly turns in ideas for cards that never get selected.
MahN166A
MahN166A - 6/27/2025, 9:22 PM
@Canyoublush -

Stop talking with your mouth full. You got feathers hanging from your lips.
DTor91
DTor91 - 6/27/2025, 11:19 PM
@Canyoublush - Going to keep it simple enough for you to comprehend: shut the [frick] up.
DTor91
DTor91 - 6/27/2025, 11:25 PM
@bobevanz - Yeah based on how it’s worded, and how recent the account was created, gotta be one of the usual assholes I pissed off. So pathetic.

I’ve got a fan though, I suppose!
ObserverIO
ObserverIO - 6/27/2025, 3:03 PM
Is this the first draft? Wonder if Gunn and Safran will like it.
HulkisHoly
HulkisHoly - 6/27/2025, 3:04 PM
@ObserverIO -

Do you think Gunn would just keep sending it back until Reeves contract expires?
TheJok3r
TheJok3r - 6/27/2025, 3:09 PM
@HulkisHoly - Nope, we're getting part II and III.
ObserverIO
ObserverIO - 6/27/2025, 3:23 PM
@HulkisHoly - He could do. It's within his power.
UltimaRex
UltimaRex - 6/27/2025, 4:04 PM
@HulkisHoly - again, I don't think WB can afford to.
LibraMatter
LibraMatter - 6/27/2025, 4:19 PM
@HulkisHoly - that’s assuming Gunn is a total prick and also doesn’t like some success coming to DC. Reeves’ Batman is a built-in money maker. Doesn’t make sense for Gunn to just play with Reeves just to at-some-point make his own Batman in the new universe.
MarvelZombie616
MarvelZombie616 - 6/28/2025, 3:32 AM
@TheJok3r - You are the biggest clown on this site.

The Batman was a mid movie.
If the next film underperforms, the 3rd part is dead.

I also would rather see somebody else doing a movie instead of waiting 5+ years for a lukewarm sequel.
TheJok3r
TheJok3r - 6/28/2025, 4:05 AM
@MarvelZombie616 - The first one has an 85% Rotten Tomatoes score, which is very far from being "mid". Also, under performing ? You do realize that the first one, a reboot, made over $750 million on a limited theatrical release, right ? The chances of an equally well received sequel with a regular theatrical window making less than a billion are slim to none. Keep coping, lol.
harryba11zack
harryba11zack - 6/27/2025, 3:05 PM
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DarthAlgar
DarthAlgar - 6/27/2025, 3:43 PM
@harryba11zack - Toss this salad.

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ThorArms
ThorArms - 6/27/2025, 3:06 PM
But but but the scoopers!!!
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