Fans Now Know Why Robert Pattinson Isn’t Playing James Gunn’s DCU Batma
It turns out that ‘The Batman’ could have potentially played a part in James Gunn’s DC Universe after all.. but Matt Reeves said no.
Matt Reeves’ Robert Pattinson-led The Batman was almost considered to be a part of James Gunn’s newly rebooted DC Universe over at Warner Bros. Pictures, however, Reeves decided to keep it separate.
When Gunn originally announced that The Batman would be its own thing to the side of the upcoming DC Universe, fans initially began to speculate and theorise how Reeves’ movie could have fit in – with most fans assuming that this was entirely Gunn’s decision.
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However, Gunn has confirmed that this wasn’t the case – it was Reeves’ choice.
James Gunn Says “It’s Matt’s Choice” When Asked Why ‘The Batman’ Wasn’t Included In His DC Universe
On the increasingly popular new social media Threads, the DC Studios boss responded to a comment that questioned “Why isn’t Reeves’ ‘The Batman’ allowed to exist within the new DCU?”
To which Gunn kindly responded by confirming that it was just out of respect for The Batman and The Batman Part II director.
“It’s not an “allowed” thing, it’s Matt’s choice, and we respect that,” Gunn replied. Confirming this for the first time publicly, putting all theories to rest.
Would Robert Pattinson’s Batman Even Have Worked With James Gunn’s DC Universe?
One question, maybe even the most important of all, is would Robert Pattinson’s Batman even fit into James Gunn’s DC Universe in the first place.
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In Reeves’ first The Batman instalment, iconic DC characters are shown in a much more realistic and grounded light – such as Colin Farrel’s Penguin, Paul Dano’s Riddler, and Zoe Kravits’ Selina Kyle aka Catwoman.
In Pattinson’s DC world, Gotham City and its inhabitants are depicted in a much more believable way – which may not have translated well into Gunn’s upcoming universe filled with superpowered heroes and villains.
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Although moviegoers have yet to see DCU Kickstarter Superman: Legacy, it’s safe to assume that its pitched tone and voice were enough for Reeves to opt out and keep his “DC Universe” separate.
…but who’s to say that Gunn and Reeves’ DC Universes won’t crossover in the future?
The Batman Part II is set to release on October 3, 2025.
