James Gunn shuts down rumors about Robin in ‘The Batman Part II’

James Gunn denies Robin rumors for Batman Part II and confirms limited access to script.

James Gunn has officially debunked speculation about Robin appearing in The Batman Part II, urging fans not to trust unverified online rumors.

Responding to growing chatter across social media, Gunn addressed the speculation on Threads, making it clear that any claims about Robin joining the sequel are unfounded. “Guys, please stop believing this nonsense,” he wrote on Friday. “I think six of us have read the script. No one knows anything about ‘The Batman 2.’”

Gunn, who currently serves as co-chairman of DC Studios and is directing the upcoming Superman film, reiterated that only a very limited group within DC has access to the actual script for Matt Reeves’ The Batman Part II. He had previously echoed this sentiment earlier in the week, posting on Monday that “Anything you’ve heard about that movie is made up or a guess. No one in the world knows anything about the concept for the story except four people.”

The clarification comes amid increased fan speculation surrounding the film’s characters and direction. While enthusiasm continues to build, Gunn’s comments are a reminder of how little verified information is publicly available at this stage.

According to Warner Bros. Discovery’s recent shareholder letter, production on The Batman Part II is set to begin in spring 2026, with an expected release in October 2027. The letter also highlighted several other projects in development under DC Studios’ 10-year strategy, including Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow and Clayface, both slated for 2026, as well as a new installment of Wonder Woman.

DC’s broader content plans also span television, with upcoming titles like The Penguin, a new season of Peacemaker, and the anticipated debut of Lanterns in 2026—all part of an interconnected media strategy.