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Superman’s DCU Movie Debut Could Determine The Batman’s Fate

ComicBook.com
Story by Marco Vito Oddo
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The fate of the Dark Knight's future hangs in the balance as Warner Bros. navigates the complex landscape of interconnected DC franchises with varying tones.
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  • Superman's box office performance in 2025 could determine whether Matt Reeves' grounded Batman universe or the more fantastical DCU approach prevails, as Warner Bros. mulls the strategic direction of their DC properties.
  • Balancing two distinct Batman franchises, one gritty and one more comic-book inspired, presents unique business challenges for Warner Bros. beyond just box office, as they must navigate complex marketing and merchandising decisions.
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Matt Reeves, James Gunn, Andy Muschietti, Warner Bros. Discovery, DC Studios, The Batman Part II, The Brave and the Bold, Superman (2025)
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