Batman DCU movie The Brave and the Bold gets update from James Gunn

James Gunn, co-CEO of DC Studios, has shared a new update on The Brave and the Bold, the DCU’s upcoming Batman film. The movie is one of two Batman projects currently in development, alongside Matt Reeves’ The Batman 2, though only The Brave and the Bold is part of the core DC Universe.

Speaking to GamesRadar+ while promoting Superman, Gunn confirmed that development is progressing. “We’re working on a script. We have a screenwriter who’s hammering away at it,” he said. “I’m very involved, and so we’ll see what happens next. I wish I had more news for you, but I don’t.”

The film will introduce a new version of Batman for the DCU and focus on the relationship between Bruce Wayne and his son, Damian Wayne, who will appear as Robin. It is part of DC Studios’ Chapter One: Gods and Monsters, which sets the foundation for the restructured universe.

Andy Muschietti, director of The Flash, has been tapped to helm The Brave and the Bold. While no casting announcements or screenwriter details have been revealed, Gunn’s close involvement suggests the project is a key pillar of the new DC slate.

Importantly, Robert Pattinson will not portray Batman in this film. His version of Bruce Wayne remains exclusive to Matt Reeves’ Elseworlds storyline, which operates independently of the main DCU.

Reeves’ sequel, The Batman 2, is set to begin filming by the end of 2025 and is scheduled for release on October 1, 2027. Gunn added that he currently has the script for The Batman 2 in his possession and plans to review it soon.