The speculation around which villains Robert Pattinson's Batman will face in The Batman 2 has been clarified by DC Studios CEO James Gunn, who has swiftly debunked rumors surrounding the highly anticipated sequel.

Gunn has made it a point to dispel any incorrect rumors surrounding upcoming DC films, especially those related to The Batman. He clarified that Matt Reeves' The Batman and any subsequent movies will be categorized as Elseworlds projects, despite rumors that the franchise would be incorporated into the greater DCU.

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Gunn recently addressed a widely believed rumor on Threads, shutting down theories about the appearance of beloved DC villains, including Professor Pyg, Scarecrow, Clayface, and Hush, in the upcoming sequel. He confirmed that there will be no Dick Grayson AKA Robin in The Batman 2, which may disappoint many Batman comics fans. Fans have appreciated Gunn's active involvement in comment threads, where he promptly dismisses baseless rumors and hearsay.

Although there is ongoing speculation about the potential appearance of certain villains in Elseworlds or DCU projects, fans have expressed relief that Hush won't be featured as the new big antagonist, given the similarities with The Riddler's storyline. While the appearance of certain new villains has been debunked, there have been suggestions that actor Paul Dano has signed on for the next film, hinting at a potential return of The Riddler, perhaps in a smaller role. Additionally, fans are likely to see the comeback of Colin Farrell's Penguin in the film, as DC's limited series The Penguin is scheduled to release on Max in 2024 and will serve as a bridge to The Batman sequel.

While it can be entertaining to follow speculative discourse, it's crucial to treat rumors with skepticism until they are confirmed by an official source. Fortunately, thanks to Gunn's active social media presence, fans don't have to wait long for any untrue DC-related gossip to be officially dismissed.

The Batman is currently streaming on Netflix and Max.

Source: James Gunn|Threads