‘F1’ star Tobias Menzies rumoured for shocking Gotham role in ‘Batman Part II’

Rumour swirls Tobias Menzies eyed for Arkham role in ‘Batman Part II’ as casting whispers heat up before filming

Whispers from Hollywood suggest Tobias Menzies could soon step into Gotham’s dark history. The Crown and Outlander actor is reportedly being eyed to portray Amadeus Arkham in Matt Reeves’s highly anticipated The Batman Part II. While unconfirmed, the rumour has already ignited speculation among fans desperate for updates on the long-awaited sequel.

According to fan site PopFilm, Menzies is under consideration to play the founding figure of Arkham Asylum, a shadowy character whose influence looms large over Gotham’s twisted legacy. In the comics, Amadeus Arkham was both a visionary psychiatrist and a man plagued by personal demons, his descent mirroring the madness of the institution that bears his name. Introducing such a figure could signal a deeper exploration of Gotham’s past and the roots of its infamy.

The same report claims Luke Roberts and Stella Stocker may return as Thomas and Martha Wayne, reprising their minor appearances from the first film. With production on The Batman Part II set to begin in April, industry watchers believe official casting announcements could arrive in the coming months.

Online reaction has been swift, with Reddit threads dissecting every angle of the potential casting. Some fans praised the idea, calling Menzies a perfect fit for the tortured mind behind Arkham Asylum. Others were cautious, warning that the rumour could simply be another piece of speculation ahead of a blockbuster release that thrives on secrecy.

Despite the uncertainty, the buzz underscores the fevered anticipation for Reeves’s sequel. Following the success of the 2022 film, expectations for Robert Pattinson’s return as Batman are sky-high. With rumours of villains and new characters swirling daily, the possibility of bringing Arkham’s founding figure to life has only fuelled the intrigue. Whether the report proves true or not, one thing is clear: Gotham’s shadows still have plenty of secrets to reveal.