Robert Pattinson could face a dilemma that reaches beyond Gotham. His possible involvement in Denis Villeneuve’s James Bond reboot may complicate plans to bring him into DC’s central universe. Skydance reportedly wants the actor as Batman, but several questions stand between that idea and reality.
The obstacles to bringing Robert Pattinson’s Batman into the main DCU
The biggest hurdle is that Robert Pattinson already belongs to a separate Batman world. Matt Reeves’ films operate outside the main DCU. Thus, folding the actor into the shared universe would require a major shift in the studio’s plans. As per Nexus Point News, one source claims Skydance wants to retain Pattinson, but the studio must also consider whether he wants to commit to the character beyond The Batman Part II.
His potential Bond commitment adds another wrinkle. Pattinson has surfaced as a surprise contender to play 007 in Denis Villeneuve’s reboot, alongside names such as Callum Turner and Jack Lowden of Slow Horses. If he lands the role, the demanding schedule could leave little room for The Batman Part 3 or a larger DCU commitment.
Skydance appears ready to put its biggest money-makers front and center as it reshapes DC’s game plan. Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman remain the studio’s top priorities as it looks to boost returns. That plan could leave lesser-known names such as Clayface fighting for scraps, even after the film received positive feedback and recouped its production costs.
The shake-up could reach all the way to Man of Tomorrow, James Gunn’s upcoming Superman sequel. The movie is slated to launch next year, but reports suggest the production must return for reshoots. That could mean a trim to its character roster. Blue Beetle and Supergirl reportedly rank among the possible casualties. David Corenswet is still expected to lead as Superman, though the faces surrounding him may look quite different.
Wonder Woman’s casting also remains unsettled. Sources claim that Adria Arjona is playing the character, but DC has yet to decide whether to retain her scenes or replace them with someone else.
