Director Matt Reeves confirmed that Scarlett Johansson and Sebastian Stan are cast members of The Batman Part 2, currently filming as of mid-May 2026 [1, 2]. Reeves announced their involvement after teasing Gotham-related posts on social media on May 14 [1].
Scarlett Johansson is rumored to play Gilda Dent, and Sebastian Stan is rumored to portray Harvey Dent, though Reeves did not specify their roles in official statements [1, 2]. Other confirmed cast members include Robert Pattinson reprising Bruce Wayne/The Batman, Jeffrey Wright as Jim Gordon, Andy Serkis as Alfred Pennyworth, Colin Farrell as The Penguin, Jayme Lawson as Mayor Bella Reál, and Gil Perez-Abraham as Officer Martinez. Charles Dance, Sebastian Koch, and Brian Tyree Henry also join the project in undisclosed roles [2].
The sequel is set in a snowy Gotham City during winter, marking a tonal shift for the environment of the story [2]. The Batman Part 2 exists in a separate continuity from recent DC projects like Creature Commandos and Superman [1].
The Batman Part 2 is scheduled for release on October 1, 2027 [1]. Filming started in May, with production underway to meet that deadline.
