Robert Pattinson’s Batman In The DCU? James Gunn Responds With A Surprising Update
James Gunn’s latest comments on Robert Pattinson’s Batman fuel speculation about a DCU crossover, teasing fans with a “never say never” approach to the idea.
James Gunn Won’t Rule Out Robert Pattinson’s Batman Joining The DCU (Photo Credit – Netflix)
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James Gunn’s comments once again sparked speculation about Robert Pattinson’s Batman’s future in the DC Universe. While the current plan keeps the 39-year-old Dark Knight separate in its own gritty, standalone world, Gunn’s latest comments have left the door slightly ajar. Though he’s made it clear there are no active plans for a crossover, he hasn’t ruled it out entirely either.
This hint of possibility reignites fan theories and discussions across social media. With the DCU undergoing major restructuring, the idea of Pattinson stepping into a larger shared universe remains an exciting, if uncertain, prospect.
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In a chat with Rolling Stone, Gunn made one thing clear: never say never. “I would never say zero, because you just never know. But it’s not likely. It’s not likely at all,” he said. That’s not a tease. That’s a calculated maybe. And for DC diehards, a “maybe” from James Gunn is basically rocket fuel.
Now, let’s be real: nobody’s asking Robert Pattinson to swap his eyeliner for a rainbow Bat-suit. Reeves’ brooding, noir-drenched Gotham doesn’t exactly vibe with James Gunn’s evolving DCU palette. But here’s the kicker: Gunn isn’t aiming for camp. “I’m not interested in a funny, campy Batman,” he added. So stylistically, there is a little overlap between his vision and Reeves’ world.
Still, Gunn isn’t rushing things. “Batman’s my biggest issue in all of DC right now, personally, our two priorities are finishing our Wonder Woman and our Batman scripts.” Translation: this Batman situation isn’t background noise, it’s the main event.
The argument against Pattinson joining the DCU is too niche and locked into Reeves’ trilogy. But those are old takes. Pattinson 39 fits the age range to play a seasoned Batman, especially one parenting Damian Wayne in The Brave and the Bold. In a multiverse era, dual Batmen aren’t even weird anymore. If Marvel can juggle three Spider-Men in one movie, DC can handle two Bat-signals.
And let’s not forget: The Penguin just landed big on HBO Max, keeping The Batman world very much alive. The show’s finale reportedly ties right back to The Batman 2, even if the sequel’s script is crawling. “Matt’s slow. Let him take his time,” Gunn said, defending Reeves like a true studio ally. He’s not closing the door. He’s just not forcing it open.
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So what does all this mean? Gunn’s playing chess, not checkers. If Reeves’ trilogy keeps delivering prestige and Pattinson’s Batman continues to evolve, the DCU might not need a rebooted Dark Knight. It might already have one.
For now, it’s a long shot, but not a dead one. In James Gunn’s own words: “You just never know.” And in the comic book world, that might be the most dangerous thing a storyteller can say.
