He’s going from sex symbol to bat symbol. Sources tell
Variety that
Robert Pattinson is in negotiations to play “The
Batman” in
Matt Reeves’ forthcoming superhero film, which hits theaters June 25, 2021.
While sources say it’s not yet a done deal, Pattinson is the top choice and it’s expected to close shortly. Warner Bros. had no comment.
Pre-production on the Warner Bros.-DC Comics pic is expected to start this summer.
Reeves, the filmmaker behind the last two “Planet of the Apes” sequels, assumed “
Batman” directing duties from Ben Affleck in January 2017 and has been developing the elusive project ever since. Affleck and Warner Bros. began discussing the actor-director leaving the Caped Crusader behind following “Justice League,” allowing Reeves to pick his own Bruce Wayne.
No official start date has been set for “
The Batman.” Insiders tell
Variety filming could start in late 2019 or early 2020.
Robert Pattinson will play "The Batman" in Matt Reeves' superhero film, which hits theaters June 25, 2021 from Warner Bros. and DC Comics.
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