James Gunn, co-CEO of DC Studios, has spoken out in defense of director Matt Reeves. Reeves is currently working on the script for The Batman 2, the sequel to his 2022 film. Last week, reports suggested that Reeves was set to deliver the script to Warner Bros.
and DC on Monday, June 23, 2025. However, Gunn refuted this claim, stating that the script is not yet ready. “We’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.”
Gunn urged fans to be patient and not put undue pressure on Reeves.
Gunn discusses Batman sequel progress
“People should get off Matt’s back because it’s like, let the guy write the screenplay in the amount of time he needs to write it. He doesn’t owe you something because you like his movie.
You like his movie because of Matt, so let Matt do things the way he does.”
The Batman 2 is expected to star Robert Pattinson as Bruce Wayne. Zoë Kravitz will likely return as Selina Kyle/Catwoman, and Paul Dano as Edward Nashton/The Riddler. The film currently has an October 1, 2027 release date.
Gunn also provided insights into his partnership with DC Studios co-head Peter Safran. Gunn takes the lead on creative decisions, while Safran handles the business aspects. This division of responsibilities aims to balance the artistic and commercial demands of running a major studio.
Several other DC projects are progressing under Gunn’s leadership. Peacemaker Season 2 has just wrapped filming, and other productions like Paradise Lost are advancing, albeit slowly. While details about Gunn’s next directorial project remain under wraps, he expressed excitement about the future of the DC Universe.
Fans are eagerly awaiting official announcements about The Batman Part II and other upcoming DC features. They remain optimistic that the collaborative efforts of Gunn, Safran, and creatives like Reeves will deliver compelling stories and memorable cinematic experiences.
