# Batman Part II release set for Feb 2028 > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/the-batman-part-ii-winter-gotham-setting-and-new-cast-members-announced > Updated: 2026-08-05T07:19:15.000Z. Sources: 132. Developments: 23. Warner Bros. reaffirmed on 14 July 2026 that Matt Reeves’ sequel *The Batman Part II* will open worldwide on 18 February 2028, pushing it back from the previously slated October 2027 date. The studio released a short camera‑test showing Robert Pattinson in a rain‑soaked, snow‑hinted Batsuit, confirming the new schedule and a modest costume tweak. Production began in late May 2026 with principal photography in the United Kingdom – Leavesden Studios, Liverpool, Glasgow and London – featuring a winter‑filled Gotham. Early behind‑the‑scenes images displayed a snow‑covered Batmobile and icy city streets, signalling a tonal shift from the autumnal backdrop of the 2022 film. The cast has expanded: Scarlett Johansson was announced as Gilda Dent, Sebastian Stan initially linked to Harvey Dent/Two‑Face (later reported as Victor Zsasz), and Brian Tyree Henry named as the new Harvey Dent. Returning talent includes Colin Farrell (Penguin), Barry Keoghan (Joker), Andy Serkis (Alfred) and Jeffrey Wright (Gordon). Rumors also suggest the Court of Owls and other new villains will appear. James Gunn defended the extended interval, noting long gaps are common for major franchise entries. The delay aligns with Warner Bros.’ broader release‑calendar reshuffle tied to the pending Paramount‑Warner merger and a mixed performance across the DC slate. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-05: Batman – Part II teaser reveals snowy Gotham setting Matt Reeves' Batman – Part II teaser shows a snow‑covered Gotham, shifts release to Feb 2028, and hints at new villains and a post‑Penguin timeline. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/batman-part-ii-teaser-reveals-snowy-gotham-setting ### 2026-07-18: Warner Bros. pushes 'The Batman Part II' release to February 2028 Warner Bros. has moved the release of 'The Batman Part II' starring Robert Pattinson to February 18, 2028, after multiple postponements from 2025 to 2027. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/warner-bros-pushes-the-batman-part-ii-release-to-february-2028 ### 2026-07-16: The Batman: Part II release delayed to February 18 2028 Warner Bros. moved *The Batman: Part II* from Oct 2027 to Feb 18 2028, unveiled a rain‑soaked teaser with Robert Pattinson, noted a small costume tweak, and confirmed returning and new cast members. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/batman-part-ii-teaser-reveals-february-2028-release ### 2026-07-15: Warner Bros. and Sony delay blockbuster sequels to 2028 Warner Bros. pushed 'The Batman Part II' to Feb 2028 and Sony-backed 'Alvin and the Chipmunks' reboot to late 2028, citing production timelines and new visual approaches. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/warner-bros-and-sony-delay-blockbuster-sequels-to-2028 ### 2026-07-14: The Batman Part II delayed to February 2028 Warner Bros. has moved The Batman Part II from Oct 2027 to Feb 18 2028; Matt Reeves released a camera‑test showing Robert Pattinson in a new Batsuit, with an updated cast and delays tied to studio schedule resh 50 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/the-batman-part-ii-rescheduled-for-feb-2028 ### 2026-07-12: Scarlett Johansson Rumored as Poison Ivy in The Batman Part II Leaks suggest Scarlett Johansson will play Poison Ivy—the main villain—in The Batman Part II, shifting focus from the Dent family ahead of its Oct 2027 release. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/scarlett-johansson-cast-as-poison-ivy-in-the-batman-part-ii ### 2026-07-07: Robert Pattinson confirms Batman sequel filming at London premiere At the London premiere of 'The Odyssey', Robert Pattinson said he had just finished shooting 'The Batman Part II', confirming the sequel is in production, and likened his antagonist Antinous to Jacob from 'Twil 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/robert-pattinson-confirms-batman-sequel-filming-at-london-premiere ### 2026-07-06: Superhero Sequels Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse and The Batman Part 2 Set for 2027 Releases Two major superhero sequels are slated for 2027: Spider‑Man: Beyond the Spider‑Verse opens June 18 in IMAX format, and Matt Reeves’ The Batman Part 2 arrives October 1. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/superhero-sequels-spider-man-beyond-the-spider-verse-and-the-batman-part-2-set-for-2027-releases ### 2026-06-16: The Batman Part II filming kicks off in London Matt Reeves confirms that filming for The Batman: Part II has started in London, with a dark set photo and a cast featuring Robert Pattinson, Colin Farrell, and new faces Scarlett Johansson and Sebastian Stan; 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/the-batman-part-ii-filming-kicks-off-in-london ### 2026-06-14: The Batman: Part II casting shift – Sebastian Stan eyed for Victor Zsasz, not Harvey Dent Casting rumors for The Batman: Part II say Sebastian Stan will play Victor Zsasz, not Harvey Dent, with Brian Tyree Henry possibly taking the Dent role; other announced actors are also in doubt. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/the-batman-part-ii-casting-shift-sebastian-stan-eyed-for-victor-zsasz-not-harvey-dent ### 2026-06-14: The Batman 2 Rumors Spotlight Victor Zsasz as Villain Ahead of 21st Anniversary of Batman Begins Rumors say Victor Zsasz may star as the main villain in The Batman 2, possibly played by Sebastian Stan, as Batman Begins marks its 21st anniversary and its lasting impact on the franchise. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/the-batman-2-rumors-spotlight-victor-zsasz-as-villain-ahead-of-21st-anniversary-of-batman-begins ### 2026-06-13: The Batman Part II Production Starts, Casting Rumors Emerge Matt Reeves announces filming of The Batman Part II; rumors suggest Sebastian Stan as Victor Zsasz and Brian Tyree Henry as Harvey Dent, with release set for Oct 2027. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/production-starts-on-the-batman-part-ii-amid-casting-rumors-for-victor-zsasz-and-harvey-dent ### 2026-06-12: The Batman Part II to Feature Court of Owls and New Villains The Batman Part II will feature the Court of Owls and new villains, with Sebastian Stan as Victor Zsasz and Brian Tyree Henry as Harvey Dent; release set for Oct 1 2027. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/the-batman-part-ii-to-feature-court-of-owls-and-new-villains ### 2026-06-12: The Batman Part II casts Sebastian Stan as Victor Zsasz, Brian Tyree Henry as Harvey Dent Rumors claim Sebastian Stan will portray villain Victor Zsasz in The Batman Part II, while Brian Tyree Henry is slated to play Harvey Dent, with the Court of Owls also expected. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/the-batman-part-ii-casts-sebastian-stan-as-victor-zsasz-brian-tyree-henry-as-harvey-dent ### 2026-06-12: Brian Tyree Henry cast as Harvey Dent/Two‑Face in The Batman Part II, Sebastian Stan set as Victor Zsasz Jeff Sneider reports Brian Tyree Henry will play Harvey Dent/Two‑Face in The Batman Part II, while Sebastian Stan is cast as serial‑killer Victor Zsasz; other roles include composite characters tied to theCourt 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/the-batman-part-ii-casts-brian-tyree-henry-as-two-face-sebastian-stan-as-victor-zsasz ### 2026-06-12: The Batman Part 2 Begins Filming in London Matt Reeves announced principal photography for The Batman Part 2 in London, releasing a morgue‑style set image; the film is set for an Oct 1, 2027 release. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/the-batman-part-2-begins-filming-in-london ### 2026-06-11: The Batman Part II Begins Filming; Colin Farrell Calls Script Terrifying Matt Reeves confirms filming of The Batman Part II; Colin Farrell returns as Penguin, calling the script “terrifying.” Cast updates include Sebastian Stan as Harvey Dent and Brian Tyree Henry reportedly taking‑ 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/batman-part-2-casting-news-and-colin-farrell-praises-film-as-masterpiece ### 2026-06-10: Colin Farrell heads to London to shoot Penguin for The Batman Part II Colin Farrell will film Penguin scenes in London for The Batman Part II, praising Matt Reeves’s script; the sequel is set for an October 2027 release. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/colin-farrell-to-film-penguin-role-in-batman-part-ii ### 2026-05-25: Scarlett Johansson joins DC's 'The Batman II' after leaving Marvel Scarlett Johansson leaves Marvel to play Gilda Dent in Matt Reeves' 'The Batman Part II', joining other ex‑MCU actors as the sequel focuses on Bruce Wayne. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/scarlett-johansson-joins-dcs-the-batman-ii-after-leaving-marvel ### 2026-05-25: Sebastian Stan confirmed as Two‑Face in The Batman: Part II Sebastian Stan confirmed he will play Harvey Dent/Two‑Face in The Batman: Part II, with filming set for London and the film due in October 2027. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sebastian-stan-confirmed-as-twoface-in-the-batman-part-ii ### 2026-05-21: The Batman Part II begins filming in Liverpool with snowy Gotham set The Batman Part II starts filming in Liverpool, showing a snowy Gotham set and confirming key cast and a 2027 release. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/the-batman-part-ii-begins-filming-in-liverpool-with-snowy-gotham-set ### 2026-05-15: The Batman: Part II confirms Scarlett Johansson and Sebastian Stan as new cast members Matt Reeves confirmed Scarlett Johansson and Sebastian Stan join The Batman: Part II, set for Oct 1 2027 release. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/the-batman-part-ii-confirms-scarlett-johansson-and-sebastian-stan-as-new-cast-members ### 2026-05-07: Matt Reeves confirms winter Gotham for The Batman Part II with snow‑covered Batmobile Matt Reeves shares snow‑covered Gotham set photos, confirming a winter setting for The Batman Part II and fueling Mr Freeze speculation. 20 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/matt-reeves-confirms-winter-gotham-for-the-batman-part-ii-with-snowcovered-batmobile --- Cite as: Batman Part II release set for Feb 2028. 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