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Report Says Brad Pitt Not Joining The Batman: Part II as Villain

Casting searches center on two middle-aged antagonists, with production targeting a 2026 start.

Overview

  • Dark Horizons reports that THR has refuted circulating rumors that Brad Pitt is being lined up for a villain role in Matt Reeves’ sequel.
  • World of Reel’s recent report says the production is seeking two middle-aged male antagonists, a detail echoed across multiple entertainment outlets.
  • Scarlett Johansson is still reported to be in final talks for an undisclosed role, though no studio confirmations have been issued.
  • Reeves has teased an adversary who has “never really been done in a movie before,” underscoring the sequel’s emphasis on secrecy and a detective-driven tone.
  • Returning cast includes Robert Pattinson, Colin Farrell, Andy Serkis, and Jeffrey Wright, with the film dated for October 1, 2027 and a May 2026 shoot now being targeted.