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Hindustan Times
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
The Batman Part II gets release date from Matt Reeves: Here's when to expect it in theaters
Matt Reeves has finally shared a big update on The Batman Part II. After months of silence, the sequel is officially moving forward. The wait has been long after the film was first announced in April 2022. Since then, delays and rumors have kept fans in the dark. Now, the release is locked for October 1, 2027. That's more than five years after the original film. Matt Reeves confirms The Batman Part II is progressing, sharing a photo of the script on Instagram.( mattreevesla/Instagram) Also Read: Bezos-Sanchez wedding: Newlyweds break cover as they leave Venice hotel, head for breakfast in Harry's Bar On Friday, Reeves posted a photo of the finished script on Instagram. The caption read: 'Partners in Crime (Fighters),' with co-writer Mattson Tomlin tagged. The page was blurred, but a Batman logo was clearly visible. Reeves did not dive into the details, but for now, the post would suffice. The photo gave no plot hints. Still, fans welcomed even a blurry glimpse of progress. For fans, this was confirmation that things are moving again. It also marks Tomlin's return to the writing team. He helped shape the story of the first film. Together, they are back to building the next chapter. Also Read: Taylor Swift's epic 'Love Story' performance with Travis Kelce and George Kittle goes viral: Watch James Gunn responds to frustrated fans Many fans have been frustrated by the delay. James Gunn finally addressed those concerns. In an Entertainment Weekly interview, he asked fans to be patient. 'Let the guy write the screenplay in the amount of time he needs,' he said. He also made it clear: Reeves doesn't owe fans anything. 'You like his movie because of Matt,' Gunn added. 'So let Matt do things the way he does.' Gunn's message was simple: creativity takes time. Trust the process. Will Robert Pattinson return as Batman? The first Batman movie was released in March 2022. Robert Pattinson brought a darker, more grounded version of Bruce Wayne. The film was praised for its style and tone. So far, there's no word on casting. Still, Pattinson is widely expected to return. Fans hope the core team stays together. The sequel won't connect to Gunn's new DC Universe. Instead, it will stay under DC's Elseworlds banner. That means it's separate from Superman and other new films. Reeves can continue to tell his story without any crossover pressure. It has been quiet for a long time. But now there's movement. The story is written. The vision is back on track. The road to 2027 is still long. But at least fans now know: Gotham will return. Reeves is behind the wheel again. FAQs 1. When is The Batman Part II releasing? The sequel is currently scheduled to hit theatres on October 1, 2027, five and a half years after the first film's release. 2. Is Robert Pattinson returning as Batman? While Robert Pattinson is expected to reprise his role, official casting details have not been confirmed yet. 3. Why was The Batman sequel delayed? Director Matt Reeves took time to finish the script. James Gunn, co-head of DC Studios, also urged fans to be patient, saying Reeves should be allowed to work at his own pace.
Hans India
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
‘The Batman: Part II' script completed, set for 2027 Oct release
In a much-anticipated development, Matt Reeves and Mattson Tomlin have officially completed the script for The Batman: Part II, marking a major milestone for the next chapter in DC's gritty reboot of the Dark Knight saga. The duo confirmed the news through a joint Instagram post featuring a blurred black-and-white image of the screenplay, subtly bearing the title and the iconic bat symbol — enough to send the internet into a frenzy. Reeves, who helmed 2022's The Batman, captioned the post: 'Partners in Crime (Fighters),' sparking speculation about the possible introduction of Robin, Batman's legendary sidekick who was notably absent from the first installment. Fans have long hoped for Robin's inclusion in this darker, more psychological universe, and the caption — paired with the image — seems to nod toward fresh character dynamics and a deeper exploration of the Batman mythos. The sequel, which was first announced in April 2022 following the original film's critical and commercial success, is slated for release on October 1, 2027. The Batman grossed more than $772 million globally, and Robert Pattinson's noir-driven portrayal of the Caped Crusader received widespread acclaim for its raw intensity and grounded tone. While plot details remain under wraps, expectations are soaring that Part II will continue exploring Gotham's decaying soul, its twisted morality, and possibly expand the rogues' gallery introduced in the first film. With memorable turns by Paul Dano's Riddler, Colin Farrell's Penguin, and Zoë Kravitz's Catwoman, the bar has been set high. The script completion signals that production is gearing up, and fans can now begin the countdown to what is shaping up to be one of the most significant superhero films of the next decade. Whether it's Robin's arrival or Gotham's further descent into madness, Batman's next chapter is officially in motion.
Gizmodo
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
DC Comics at Theme Parks Has Had a Bizarre History but ‘Superman' Could Change That
There's nostalgia for the Batman movie era at Six Flags as we head toward a new DC Studios era with Superman, On a recent visit to Magic Mountain, I found myself reminiscing fondly about the stunt shows from the '90s. Both Batman Forever and Batman & Robin were draws as WB movie-inspired attractions for folks who didn't want to only do roller coasters. The most vivid memory I have is Batman swinging into action and riding in the Batmobile for the explosive, stunt-heavy Magic Mountain version of the show. The Caped Crusader teamed up with Robin and Batgirl against Mr. Freeze and Poison Ivy for super abridged versions of the film's plot against perfectly dilapidated Gotham sets. At Astroworld in Texas, an early version of the show took place in a water arena where the iconic DC duo took on the Riddler and Two-Face in a high-octane show with jet skis and a helicopter. For a while, DC Entertainment seemed invested in being a worthy competitor to the outdoor staged experiences presented at Universal Studios Hollywood or even The Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular at Walt Disney World. But then, more and more, all the coaster-centric parks began to only license DC iconography to slip on steel coasters, including Batman: The Ride, Riddler's Revenge, and Superman: The Ride. With little to no effort on theming, investment in places where you could immerse yourself in the world of these characters was nowhere to be found for years. Sure, there would be some slight attempts, like a meet and greet here or there timed to ride openings, but gone was the value placed in thematic storytelling to draw repeat visits. Only the memories and the Batmobile from the long-gone stunt shows remain for photo ops. During Christopher Nolan's Batman era, the thing that most reinvigorated DC and Warner Bros.' interest in participatory entertainment was an ARG marketing campaign. The level of immersion with Animal Repair Shop's The Dark Knight: Why So Serious? experience made the world a theme park. Fans who wanted to learn more about the second Nolan film were able to participate in flash Joker Mobs at places like San Diego Comic-Con or follow clues in other major cities to shopping centers or college campuses to collect artifacts from the yet-to-be-released film. Even in the digital world, the internet landscape was changed as Batman fans unlocked the first look at Heath Ledger's Joker. It was a game changer and one that at least some major theme parks sought to bring into their offerings, except seemingly Six Flags. In 2010 things changed in theme parks when Universal Studios opened the first major themed land based on a film franchise with The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. The irony being, of course, that Warner Bros. partnered with a competing theme park for this—all while having DC Comics just be stickers to slap on any given coaster. Wizarding World lit a fire that would go on to motivate the landscape to evolve quickly from just having attractions or shows touting a major IP. Now, the blueprint was set to make whole areas that take you into the world of your favorite fandom, paving the way for Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge and Avengers Campus at Disney Parks and, most recently, Universal's own Epic Universe. Warner Bros. has had an international arm that's put familiar properties in various theme parks around the world, notably in Spain and Australia with Warner Bros. Movie World parks. These were essentially original regional parks in major metropolitan cities that partnered with WB to rebrand into Movie World Parks. They very often get better production value for their properties with DC Comics, The Wizard of Oz, and The Looney Tunes at their amusement parks, while we get paint refreshes on existing coasters. Before you surmise that 'Wow, DC fans really got the short end here,' you might be surprised to learn that there is a fully realized DC Universe land: Warner Bros. World on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. The first from-the-ground-up WB theme park, it opened in 2018 and predates Galaxy's Edge with multiple themed lands designed by the Thinkwell Group, a hub of park and immersive designers. Here you'll find Gotham and Metropolis as two separate areas with attractions inspired by the worlds of Batman and Superman. There are meet and greets with multiple characters throughout, from heroes to villains; even the Looney Tunes get fully decked out in DC Comics gear too. The ads for this park are always making us feel like we're truly missing out. The most we got around that time of its opening was a single dark ride in the form of Six Flags' Justice League: Battle for Metropolis. Which brings us to the DCEU phase, in which Six Flags got some costume redesigns inspired by the New 52 on select DC characters with limited engagements on appearances throughout the country. The Warner Bros. Studios tour in Burbank expanded to feature interactive displays with costumes from the Snyderverse films and tour set stops. My favorite experience of this era was when the studio decided to try its hand at hosting its own Halloween after-dark ticketed event. With Horror Made Here, scary walk-throughs based on franchises like The Conjuring and Friday the 13th were joined by an Arkham Asylum maze where the Joker and Harley turned guests into inmates. It was scary and delightfully demented with elements of immersive storytelling and escape room antics. Alas, Horror Made Here was only around for one year; every year we hope it comes back. As the DCEU neared its end, a new Wonder Woman coaster opened at Six Flags Magic Mountain with little fanfare. By that point, fans' relationship with the brand had perhaps been pulled in too many directions. As we enter DC Studios' next chapter with the release of James Gunn's Superman, its heroes and villains are being scattered throughout various summer offerings. The most exciting-sounding one is being run in collaboration with the Gaylord Hotels, which is transforming a number of its resorts with a 'DC Summer' theme for the 2025 season. The offerings include superhero training with the Justice League, meet and greets, nighttime spectaculars, themed meals like a Harley and Joker buffet, a Riddler-themed immersive scavenger hunt, and a secret villains bar at select locations. There's even an expansive comic-book-come-to-life illuminated walk-through experience: Universe of Light at the Gaylord Texan, with heroic and splash-page-themed art installations for the whole family to enjoy. Meanwhile, as Six Flags undergoes its current phase of new ownership through Cedar Fair, there's been a resurgence of the characters at select locations, including Magic Mountain in California. For the summer, the West Coast park has 'DC Heroes and Villains Fest,' featuring a small parade cavalcade of characters from DC Comics and a cluster of themed food booths. With a new stage show that's more of a dance party than a stunt spectacular on the level of what was there in the '90s, there are some signs of progress with seeing how kids react to seeing Superman and his super friends take on Lex Luthor and the Joker. But on the whole, it's just a whole bunch of coaster-centric activities that are not as accessible as other places. It still just feels like a missed opportunity to start anew alongside DC Studios. The costumes still harken to the New 52 aiming to pull in fans with the recognizable iconography alone. On a recent visit to Six Flags Magic Mountain, we found the food was good but definitely still felt lacking in regard to theming, though that just might be because there were only three booths with a few options. Overall, it isn't too different from some of the recent things Six Flags has been doing anyway for the summer season around the country. It's just too all over the place to feel a part of what's next. The effort at the parks has room to evolve as Superman arrives. The Warner Bros. Studio Tour feels more connected to what's to come: the DC area of the walkthrough for the tour includes a celebration of past projects while shifting focus to the now. There are costumes from Matt Reeves' The Batman on display right out of the Batcave, which feels and sounds like it with incredible screens that transport you there with a touch of that Nolan feel. And James Gunn's mark is starting to take hold; you exit with a Daily Planet desk illuminating the new tone of the DC Studios era. The costumes for Clark Kent, Lois Lane, Lex Luthor, and the Superman suit fill the place with excitement against a Fortress of Solitude display. Even the WB store, which is a modern version of the ones from the mall in the '90s, got redone with Metropolis set pieces to admire while you shop, complete with a Krypto the dog plush fountain. Somehow that evoked more theme park vibes than anything else we've experienced so far in the world of DC comics this year. While we see places like WB World Abu in Dhabi soar, we hope that stateside we get more invested in incorporating everything this massive fandom is missing out on. With the arrival of more DC Studios here, let's hope their worlds immerse ours and we can go up, up, and away too. Want more io9 news? Check out when to expect the latest Marvel, Star Wars, and Star Trek releases, what's next for the DC Universe on film and TV, and everything you need to know about the future of Doctor Who.
Yahoo
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Batman 2: James Gunn Gives Disappointing Update About Movie's Script
James Gunn is denying a recent report regarding the script for . The Batman was released in March 2022. The DC Studios and Warner Bros. Pictures movie is directed by Matt Reeves and stars Robert Pattinson as Bruce Wayne, Zoë Kravitz as Selina Kyle/Catwoman, Paul Dano as Edward Nashton/The Riddler, and more. A sequel is currently expected to arrive in October 2027, though there has been much chatter about when the script for the film will be ready. Last week, Puck reported that Reeves was set to deliver his script for The Batman 2 to Warner Bros. and DC today — meaning Monday, June 23, 2025. Gunn, however, took to Threads this morning to say that the report was 'not true,' meaning the script won't be arriving today. Having said that, fans of The Batman need not worry too much, yet, as Gunn also told Entertainment Weekly last week that they're 'supposed' to get The Batman 2 script in June. 'I hope that happens,' Gunn said. 'We feel really good about it. Matt's excited. I talk to Matt all the time. I'm totally excited about it. So we can't wait to read the scripts, but we haven't read it yet, if that's your question. People should get off Matt's nuts because it's like, let the guy write the screenplay in the amount of time he needs to write it. That's just the way it is. He doesn't owe you something because you like his movie. I mean, you like his movie because of Matt. So let Matt do things the way he does.' Plot details for The Batman 2 remain under wraps at this time. The film currently has an October 1, 2027, release date. The Batman and The Penguin spin-off show, meanwhile, are both available to stream on Max.
Gizmodo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
Meta Quest 3 VR and Batman Bundle at This Price? Don't Wait for Prime Day
The Meta Quest 3 is the most feature-rich affordable VR headset available currently, and it's an easy top choice among users and critics alike. While the new 3S model is cheaper at $299, it simply doesn't offer the same level of performance and features as the standard Meta Quest 3. With a perfect 5 out of 5-star rating from over 2,000 Amazon reviews, this headset is our pick for best immersive gaming and mixed reality. What's great is that the Meta Quest 3 doesn't require a console at all, so you can just use it right out of the box. Right now, the Meta Quest 3 512GB is available at a price of $499, and this is a rare chance to get it with some great extras. With your purchase, you'll receive Batman: Arkham Shadow and a three-month trial of Meta Horizon+ at no additional cost. This headset never goes on sale and it's often out of stock due to its popularity (over 10,000 units have been sold in the last 30 days alone). See at Amazon If you're looking for the ultimate mixed reality experience, this headset is for you. It features the Infinite Display with the widest and most immersive field of view of any Quest headset. It comes with a 2064×2208 resolution display for each eye, and delivers realistic graphics that bring every virtual world to life. The 4K resolution delivers stunning detail and vivid color. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 platform, the graphical performance is twice as powerful as the previous generation so even the most graphically demanding games are smooth and look incredible. With 512GB of storage, you have room for a huge library of games, apps, and media so you'll never have to worry about running out of room. Thin, wireless design is crafted for top-notch comfort, weight-balancing to sit evenly so you can play. You can use your hands to scroll through menus and input on a virtual keyboard or grab the Touch Plus controllers for responsive control and realistic feedback. The headset is designed for safety and sharing too: You can add multiple users, set up parental controls, track daily usage, and assign permissions to the entire family. With the three-month trial of Meta Horizon+ included, you have instant access to a rotating library of games and monthly drops which makes it easy to discover new favorites and keep your experience fresh. If you're looking for the best in VR, don't miss this early Prime Day deal. See at Amazon
