# James Gunn Officially Confirms Robert Pattinson’s Batman Replacement

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/james-gunn-officially-confirms-robert-pattinsons-batman-replacement/
- Published: 2026-10-29T18:05:14+00:00
- Updated: 2026-10-29T19:49:45+00:00
- Original publisher: Collider
- Original article: https://collider.com/james-gunn-dcu-batman-casting-start/

## Key points

- The DCU has not cast its Batman yet.
- James Gunn expects casting to begin soon.
- Gunn says he will prioritise the right fit for the role.

## Summary

James Gunn has confirmed that the DC Universe has not yet cast its Batman, but expects casting to begin before long. The choice will fill the role in *Batman: The Brave and the Bold*, a project set in the DCU and separate from Robert Pattinson’s Batman films.

Speaking on the *Suicide Squad* podcast, Gunn said he would consider any actor, even someone who had previously had a small role in *The Suicide Squad*. He said he wants to find the best fit for the character rather than automatically choosing a major film star. The film, which was announced with Andy Muschietti set to direct, has no release date.

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