Robert Pattinson in The Batman Part 2 has 2027 Release Date

Film Feature by Chris Olson

Whether you are a West, Keaton, Bale, Pattinson or other when it comes to who your top Bruce Wayne/Batman is, film fans can't deny Matt Reeves's 2022 noir crime drama The Batman gave us a noteworthy addition and something to look forward to when another movie was announced.

Having found plaudits aplenty starring in numerous arthouse films and more independent outings, actor Robert Pattinson has been able to glide above his initial stardom found as the vampire Edward Cullen in the Twilight Saga films. In his most recent film, Die, My Love, he stars alongside Jennifer Lawrence and the film is garnering quick critical praise (indeed, a 5-star review for UK Film Review).

Robert Pattinson's depiction of Batman in the 2022 version generally received strong positive critical feedback, with many film critics praising his fresh and intense take on the character. In his review for UKFR, movie critic George Wolf said this about the performance:

"Pattinson’s Emo Batman works well within the structure and aesthetic Reeves develops. He carves out a very different crusader, one more introspective and heartbroken than righteous. This Bruce Wayne views the bat signal as both a call and a warning, and Pattinson is able to effectively keep the tortured soul’s head above self-pitying water."

The Batman (2022) was a commercial success, grossing a total of $770,860,380 at the worldwide box office. With this and a steady stream of die-hard fans always eager for another Gotham-set movie, it's no surprise that studios are greenlighting yet another Batman movie.

After the incredible success of Christopher Nolan's trilogy of Dark Knight movies, and the much-praised Tim Burton movies (we don't talk about the two after that), it will be interesting to see how many Batman movies starring Robert Pattinson get made in end, if indeed the actor wishes to continue with a franchise role having such a troubled relationship with them in the past.

The release date for The Batman Part II is currently October 1st 2027 (this may change).