Scarlett Johansson joins DC's 'The Batman II' after leaving Marvel

Actress Scarlett Johansson, known for playing Black Widow in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, has signed on to appear in Matt Reeves' upcoming sequel, "The Batman Part II." She will portray Gilda Dent, the fiancée of Harvey Dent/Two‑Face, joining fellow former MCU stars Sebastian Stan as Two‑Face and Brian Tyree Henry in undisclosed roles.

The film, set in a winter‑filled Gotham, shifts focus toward Bruce Wayne’s character while expanding the rogues' gallery. Reeves has hinted at potential returns for characters such as Mr. Freeze, while Colin Farrell is expected to reprise the Penguin and Barry Keoghan the Joker. Johansson’s move marks another crossover of talent between the competing Marvel and DC franchises.

Details of the plot remain tightly under wraps, and the casting change does not affect any confirmed Marvel projects, leaving open the possibility of her return to that universe in future films.