James Gunn Confirms Matt Reeves Is Still Directing The Batman: Part 2

Previous rumors about Matt Reeves stepping down as the director for “The Batman: Part 2” were incorrect, as confirmed by none other than James Gunn himself, one of the co-heads at DC Studios, in a recent update. As a die-hard cinema enthusiast, I’m thrilled to learn that we can still look forward to Reeves’ vision for the Caped Crusader’s sequel.

Following an entry in Production Weekly that failed to credit Reeves as the director, instead just mentioning him as a screenwriter, speculation about his possible departure from the project started circulating widely. The absence of his name in the listing revived apprehensions due to past delays and ongoing whispers about Reeves’ private life circumstances.

However, those rumors were put to rest this week.

What Did James Gunn Say About The Batman: Part 2?

On the discussion forum Threads, a user posed this question straight to Gunn: “Is Matthew Reeves continuing as director for The Batman’s sequel?

Gunn replied simply:

“Yes. Huh?”

The short, clear message confirmed that Reeves is still firmly involved with the project, holding roles both as the scriptwriter and director.

As a dedicated cinephile, I’ve found myself in the unique position of addressing ongoing conjecture surrounding a highly anticipated film. To set the record straight, this isn’t the first time I’ve had to debunk misinformation regarding the project. Way back in November 2024, I felt compelled to dispel unfounded rumors swirling about the movie being scrapped entirely. In my statement, I made it clear that these claims were baseless and untrue.

He inquired, “Why on earth would you trust a stranger on social media?” he asked. “Naturally not. If it’s been canceled, it has been. I don’t have time for games. I’ve been one of Matt’s devoted supporters since the Cloverfield and Planet of the Apes films. We are anxiously waiting for his new script.

Where the Confusion Started

The perplexity stemmed from the latest issue of Production Weekly, featuring a revised schedule for “The Batman: Part 2”.

The announcement mentioned a scheduled film shoot in London for March 2026 and confirmed the release date as October 1, 2027. However, it only gave credit to Reeves as the writer, not the director. This fact, along with previous delays and speculation about his personal plans, sparked numerous online discussions about whether he might step down from being the director.

The Batman: Part 2 Is Moving Forward With Matt Reeves as Director

As a dedicated fan, I can confidently say that with Gunn’s confirmation, it’s undeniably clear that “The Batman: Part 2” is pushing ahead under Reeves’ leadership. According to Warner Bros.’ executives Mike De Luca and Pam Abdy, the filmmaker is tirelessly working on the script right now. What’s more, all our beloved cast members – Robert Pattinson, Jeffrey Wright, Colin Farrell, and Andy Serkis – are expected to reprise their roles in this exciting sequel.

The sequel will continue under DC’s Elseworlds label, distinct from the ongoing storyline in the DC Universe as overseen by Gunn and Safran.

Correction Notice: An earlier piece on That Park Place mistakenly failed to acknowledge Andrew Reeves as the director, based on Production Weekly’s listing. However, we have since learned from James Gunn’s confirmation that this is incorrect, and we have amended our original article accordingly.

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2025-05-13 01:21