The Batman Part II
The Batman Part II is scheduled to open in U.S. theaters on February 18, 2028. Matt Reeves directs and co-wrote the sequel with Mattson Tomlin, with Robert Pattinson returning as Batman.
- Release date
- February 18, 2028 (theaters)
- Director
- Matt Reeves
- Writers
- Matt Reeves and Mattson Tomlin
- Studio
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- Previous film
- The Batman (2022)
- Universe
- Reeves’ own Batman saga, separate from the DC Universe
What is The Batman Part II about?
The film continues the story after The Batman and the HBO series The Penguin. Matt Reeves has said it will introduce a villain who has not appeared in a live-action Batman movie before.
The Batman Part II cast
Here are the actors announced for The Batman Part II so far.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Robert Pattinson | Bruce Wayne / Batman |
| Colin Farrell | Oswald Cobblepot / Penguin |
| Scarlett Johansson | Role not announced |
| Sebastian Stan | Role not announced |
| Brian Tyree Henry | Role not announced |
| Charles Dance | Role not announced |
| Sebastian Koch | Role not announced |
| Jeffrey Wright | Role not announced |
| Andy Serkis | Role not announced |
| Paul Dano | Role not announced |
Production details
- Script
- Matt Reeves finished the screenplay in June 2025
- Production
- Began in June 2026
- First footage
- Camera test footage and the official logo, shared by Reeves on July 15, 2026
Release date history
The Batman Part II was first dated for October 2, 2026. It moved to October 1, 2027, and on July 15, 2026 Matt Reeves announced the current date of February 18, 2028.
The Batman Part II FAQ
When does The Batman Part II come out?
February 18, 2028, exclusively in theaters.
Who is directing The Batman Part II?
Matt Reeves, who directed The Batman and co-wrote the sequel with Mattson Tomlin.
Who plays Batman in The Batman Part II?
Robert Pattinson returns as Bruce Wayne / Batman.
Is Colin Farrell in The Batman Part II?
Yes. Colin Farrell is set to return as Oswald Cobblepot, the Penguin, following the HBO series The Penguin.
Is The Batman Part II part of the DC Universe?
No. It is part of Matt Reeves’ own Batman saga, which is separate from James Gunn and Peter Safran’s DC Universe.
How many times has The Batman Part II been delayed?
Twice: from October 2, 2026 to October 1, 2027, and then to February 18, 2028.
Hear Chris and Mike talk about it: every Superhero Slate episode that covers The Batman Part II. See every upcoming release on our release calendar.
