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James Gunn Faces Backlash Over Batman Casting Decisions

2/20/2026

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James Gunn (co-CEO of DC Studios) faces criticism for his handling of Batman as he navigates his new role.
There is no confirmed Batman casting while Christina Hodson, the screenwriter, writes The Brave and the Bold.
Matt Reeves, the filmmaker, is advancing The Batman Part II, set for release on October 1, 2027.
Insider reports say Gunn aims to finish Reeves’ trilogy to avoid overlap with his own Batman project.

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Story summary

James Gunn (co-CEO of DC Studios) faces criticism for his handling of Batman as he navigates his new role.
There is no confirmed Batman casting while Christina Hodson, the screenwriter, writes The Brave and the Bold.
Matt Reeves, the filmmaker, is advancing The Batman Part II, set for release on October 1, 2027.
Insider reports say Gunn aims to finish Reeves’ trilogy to avoid overlap with his own Batman project.