Robert Pattinson Drops Big News About The Batman Sequel — But Are Fans Really Ready for What’s Coming?

So, The Batman sequel is officially happening, and Robert Pattinson just spilled the beans on when filming is about to kick off. Hold your horses, though, because this is going to be a wild ride.

First off, let’s talk about the man himself. Robert Pattinson — the actor you either love or love to hate — is gearing up to return to Gotham as Bruce Wayne in the highly anticipated sequel to 2022’s The Batman movie, which grossed a staggering $772 million worldwide. Yeah, you read that right. And if you thought you’d get all the juicy details on the upcoming flick — think again, because Pattinson is playing it extra close to the chest.

“We’re Starting Filming at the End of 2025… Maybe.”

But Wait… Isn’t That Super Late?

When Pattinson made his return to London for the premiere of his latest movie Mickey 17 (a film by the legendary director Bong Joon-ho, of Parasite fame), he was asked about The Batman sequel. His response? “We haven’t started shooting yet, but it’s definitely coming, and we’re starting at the end of this year.”

Cue the confusion, because The Batman Part II has already been confirmed by Warner Bros. to be released in 2027. So why the massive delay, Pattinson? Did Gotham get too busy? And speaking of delays, the actor hinted that COVID threw a wrench in everything, stating, “Everything feels like it’s been stretched out forever because three years just disappeared thanks to COVID.” Sure, Robert, we get it — but that doesn’t exactly help us keep our cool, does it?

The Plot? He’s Not Saying Much, But It’s Gonna Be “Really Cool”

Okay, so you’re dying to know what’s going to happen in The Batman Part II, right? Well, tough luck. Pattinson is doing what he does best: playing it mysterious and giving just enough information to leave us hanging. He told Deadline, “I can’t give you any spoilers, but trust me, it’s really cool, really cool.” Wow, groundbreaking. Thanks for that, Rob.

Of course, if you’ve seen the first film, you know the drill. The plot is likely going to pick up where we left off with Bruce Wayne — who, in his second year as Gotham’s vigilante, is still cleaning up the mess that is the corrupt city. And let’s not forget the insane crime and scandal involving the infamous Riddler (Paul Dano) from the first film. So, will The Batman Part II be another deep dive into Gotham’s dark side? Or will we finally get to see Batman take on a whole new villain? Maybe a crossover with The Penguin series? All Pattinson will say is, “It’s really cool,” so… we’re none the wiser.

A Whole New World of Gotham (Again)

If you thought Pattinson’s Batman was gritty, just wait for the sequel. Director Matt Reeves has already set the tone, and it’s clear that Gotham is about to get even messier. Reeves is not only returning to direct Part II, but he’s also continuing his involvement in The Penguin series, which will act as a bridge from the first Batman movie to its sequel.

The Penguin TV show, starring Colin Farrell (yep, he’s back as Gotham’s underworld kingpin), will introduce even more of Gotham’s scum and villainy. Reeves has already confirmed that The Penguin will tie into the upcoming sequel, so expect more chaos and more shady dealings. If you’re one of the millions who watched The Penguin spin-off and loved it, get ready for more of the same. And hey, maybe we’ll finally see what happens when Bruce Wayne meets the full extent of Gotham’s organized crime.

So What’s the Deal with the Release Date?

Here’s where things get super complicated. Warner Bros. initially gave the go-ahead to release The Batman Part II on October 2, 2026. But guess what? They’ve now pushed it back by almost a full year to October 1, 2027. Yep, you heard that right. And why exactly are we waiting that long? Did Matt Reeves get caught up in another Planet of the Apes project? What’s happening behind the scenes?

We don’t know. But one thing’s for sure: Pattinson and Reeves aren’t the only ones returning. Colin Farrell will once again be wreaking havoc as The Penguin, Jeffrey Wright will be back as Gotham’s finest commissioner James Gordon, and Andy Serkis will continue his role as Alfred Pennyworth.

But don’t expect too much to change. You can bet Gotham will still be as dark, as violent, and as messed up as ever.

Is the Batman Universe the New DC?

If you think that The Batman exists in the same universe as Superman or Wonder Woman… think again. Reeves’ version of Gotham is in a totally separate universe from the mainline DCU (the one that James Gunn and Peter Safran are rebooting). And while it’s still part of the DC franchise, it’s very much its own thing.

So, will we see Pattinson’s Batman cross paths with any other DC characters anytime soon? Don’t bet on it. For now, Gotham is on its own, and we’ve got a whole lot more to look forward to in the next few years.

Let’s Be Real: Do We REALLY Want a Sequel?

Here’s the truth: we’re all gonna watch The Batman Part II, no matter how long it takes to get here. We’re all going to flock to theaters in 2027 and act like we weren’t lowkey annoyed at how long this took. But let’s face it, the longer we wait, the more we get worked up about what could be in store. So far, Pattinson has promised that the sequel is “really cool,” but until we get actual details, it’s fair to say that most fans are getting impatient.

The more we think about it, the more questions pop up: Will we finally see Batman team up with other DC characters? Will Gotham’s crime scene get even darker? How many more delays will we have to deal with before we actually get our hands on the sequel? Only time will tell.

But for now, we’ll just sit tight, eagerly waiting for that cool movie that might just change everything we know about Gotham.

Stay tuned, Bat-fans. Your patience is about to be rewarded… maybe.