Robert Pattinson is enjoying a standout run of success in 2026, headlined by his return as Batman in "The Batman Part II," which director Matt Reeves has now begun filming with Sebastian Stan and Scarlett Johansson joining the cast. The film reportedly features Mr Freeze as its central villain, though no actor has yet been confirmed for the role, previously played by Arnold Schwarzenegger. Its momentum comes alongside a string of other hits for Pattinson this year, cementing him as one of 2026's most in-demand stars.

Three of Pattinson's 2026 projects also star Zendaya: the dark comedy "The Drama," which grossed over $130 million against a $28 million budget, a villainous turn in Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" (now nearing $1 billion worldwide), and the upcoming "Dune: Part Three." "The Batman Part II" is currently scheduled for a 2028 release, which would mark a six-year gap since the first film. The article's headline reference to Apple TV relates to "The Batman" streaming performance, though this detail is not elaborated on in the text provided.