James Gunn Says 5 Year Gap to 'The Batman Part II' is Normal in the Industry

Story by Anthony Lund

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Fans fret over 'The Batman' sequel delay, but industry vet James Gunn says 5-year gaps between superhero sequels are the new normal.

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Gunn, a veteran of Marvel and DC projects, claims a 5-year gap between 'The Batman' and its sequel is 'fairly common' in today's superhero landscape.
Frustration over long waits between sequels is understandable, but Gunn notes studios need time to 'get it right' with these high-stakes blockbusters.

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