The Batman Part II Begins Filming; Colin Farrell Calls Script Terrifying

Director Matt Reeves confirmed that principal photography on The Batman Part II has started, sharing the first on‑set image with the hashtags #FirstShot and #TheBatmanPart2. The slate shows roll A1, scene 26, shot in 6.5K RAW at 24 fps, and the background hints at a morgue‑type setting. Reeves also announced Oscar‑winning cinematographer Erik Messerschmidt as the new DP, replacing Greig Fraser from the first film.

Colin Farrell confirmed he will reprise his role as the Penguin in the sequel, describing the completed script as “terrifying” and “psychologically weighty.” He said he appears in only two scenes but is excited to see the full story. The announced cast includes Sebastian Stan as Harvey Dent/Two‑Face, Scarlett Johansson as Gilda Dent, Charles Dance as Christopher Dent, and Brian Tyree Henry, reportedly cast as Harvey Dent according to industry insiders. Additional villains such as Victor Zsas and Victor Zsasz have been mentioned in rumors. The film is scheduled for worldwide release in October 2027.