Robert Pattinson Doubts His Batman Fits Into James Gunn’s DCU

Robert Pattinson thinks fans hoping to see his version of Batman team up with other heroes in James Gunn’s new DC Universe might need to lower their expectations. The actor recently shared that blending his dark take on the character with the wider, more colorful superhero world would be very tough to pull off naturally. He believes his films have a specific feel that stands apart from typical comic book movies.

The actor feels his movie’s dark tone makes crossovers difficult

Pattinson opened up about the topic during an interview with LADbible while promoting his latest project. He explained that playing Bruce Wayne under director Matt Reeves requires a heavy commitment to a very specific mood. He pointed out that the long shoots in complete darkness start to affect his mindset, making it hard to imagine stepping into a more vibrant story alongside characters like Superman.

He noted that filming the first movie took eight months in dark settings. This left him feeling disconnected from the outside world. He joked that if his version of Bruce Wayne ever walked into a brighter DC movie, he would probably just hide his face and complain that he could not see anything.

Right now, DC Studios is mapping out its future under Gunn. This plan includes casting a brand new Batman for the upcoming movie The Brave and the Bold. Meanwhile, Pattinson is getting ready to return to his own separate world for The Batman Part II. The sequel is scheduled to hit theaters in February 2028. Keeping the two worlds separate allows both projects to breathe without confusing audiences or forcing two very different styles to clash.

With two different takes on the iconic hero moving forward, fans will get to enjoy distinct versions of Gotham. While a crossover sounds fun on paper, keeping this Batman in his own lane might be the best way to protect the gritty story he started.