After a long silence, there is finally official news about the long-awaited film The Batman 2. Something that will delight fans of the first feature film.
Given the success of Matt Reeves’ first The Batman film, anticipation for the sequel is naturally very high. And although news has been scarce lately, the director wanted to give some information to increase the pressure in the hearts of fans. Here’s what we can learn new.
Batman 2 brings two pieces of good news
During the 2024 San Diego Comic-Con, director Matt Reeves confirmed that Colin Farrell would reprise his iconic role as The Penguin in The Batman 2. This news will no doubt delight fans. Especially since filming for the movie will begin in early 2025, this is another piece of good news, with the release scheduled for October 2, 2026. Robert Pattinson will also return in the role of the Dark Knight, continuing the story long after the first installment is expected to be released in 2022.
The Batman 2 is set after the events of the HBO original series The Penguin, in which Farrell plays the title role. That series explores the power vacuum created after the death of Carm ine Falcone, who was killed by the Riddler. Plot details for the upcoming film are still scarce, but The Penguin Returns suggests that Reeves will further develop his take on Gotham’s underworld.
The Penguin series will introduce several key figures in the war for Gotham, including Sofia Falcone, also known as the Executioner. This character plays a central role in the story of the Batman: Dark Victory comics, where she is closely linked to Two-Face. With Farrell confirmed for the sequel, it’s possible that the film will feature Penguin alongside Two-Face as he seeks to destroy the last remnants of Gotham’s underworld.
However, Matt Reeves could choose a different direction for his universe. Instead of taking inspiration from Dark Victory, they could focus on the Penguin as the main antagonist. The character’s natural evolution after his rise to power in the first film and series would make him a main enemy for Pattinson’s Batman. Given the very realistic side of the universe, it’s difficult to imagine villains like Poison Ivy or Killer Croc in the game.
Source : The Wrap
