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The Batman Franchise Is Dying From Delays

ComicBook.com
Story by Madeline Lapreziosa
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As delays plague 'The Batman' sequel, the once-revered franchise faces an uncertain future, leaving fans and industry insiders wondering if Matt Reeves' dark vision can be saved.
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  • The highly anticipated 'The Batman Part II' has been pushed back a full year, from October 2, 2026 to October 1, 2027, raising concerns about the franchise's momentum and audience investment.
  • Despite critical acclaim for the original film and the recent 'The Penguin' spinoff series, the prolonged delays in finalizing the script for 'The Batman Part II' threaten to dampen excitement and make it challenging to reunite the core cast.
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Matt Reeves, Robert Pattinson, Zoë Kravitz, Andy Serkis, Jeffrey Wright, Colin Farrell, John Turturro, Paul Dano, Cristin Milioti, James Gunn, DC Studios, Max, The Batman, The Batman Part II, The Penguin
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