James Gunn Defends “Slow” Progress of ‘Batman’ Sequel: “People Don’t Need to Be Entitled About It”
- James Gunn, chief of DC Studios, defended the delay of The Batman 2, pushed to October 1, 2027, during a June 2025 interview.
- The delay followed Warner Bros.' decision and stemmed from Matt Reeves needing more time to finalize the screenplay before filming begins.
- Gunn criticized entitlement from fans and the spread of false rumors, stating people should let Reeves write the script at his own pace.
- Gunn emphasized "We feel really good about it" and noted 95% of rumors are false, while the script is expected in June 2025.
- Gunn confirmed The Batman sequel remains a priority for DC Studios despite the long wait, which aligns with industry precedent for such gaps.
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James Gunn Says ‘I’m Irritated by People’ Outraged Over ‘The Batman 2’ Delay: ‘Get Off Matt Reeves’ Nuts… He Doesn’t Owe You Something Because You Like His Movie’
James Gunn says comic book movie fans need to relax and let Matt Reeves take all the time he needs to write "The Batman 2."
James Gunn Gives Production Update On The DCU Batman Film
Recently, DC Studios boss James Gunn gave an update on the writing process for the DC Universe's Batman film, currently titled The Brave and The Bold. Though no lead actor has been cast as Bruce Wayne, Andy Muschietti has previously been linked to the project. The Brave and The Bold is said to draw from Grant Morrison's Batman run in DC Comics, thus focusing on Bruce's relationship with the son he didn't know he had, Damian Wayne/Robin. Despite …
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