James Gunn and Peter Safran’s evolving DC movie universe already has several key characters locked in, including Superman, Supergirl, Hal Jordan, John Stewart, Guy Gardner, Hawkgirl, and Lobo, just to name a few.

James Gunn discusses the possibility of Robert Pattinson's BATMAN being in the Batman of the Brave and the Bold in his DCU. Would you like to see Battinson join the DCU? Let me know in the comments down below,

CEO James Gunn comments on the fancasting of Alan Ritchson as Batman and comments on the need for the DCU's Caped Crusader to differ from Matt Reeves' Crime Saga.

James Gunn shares why DCU’s bold Clayface horror film demands an R-rating. Will it push boundaries—and could Batman unexpectedly show up?

Reacher actor Alan Ritchson has been the subject of Batman fan casting as of late, as we wait for the next Batman casting news. And when Gunn was a guest on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, he was naturally asked about his thoughts on the pick for the Caped Crusader. In his words:

James Gunn teases what’s next in the DCU, from Peacemaker and Clayface to a possible Batman makeover, after launching a successful reboot with Superman.

Here’s why Clayface is appearing in the DCU rather than Matt Reeves’ The Batman continuity, according to James Gunn.

To this, Gunn's answer was a simple "two". This means that while The Batman: Part II script is finished, The Brave and the Bold script is still being worked on. Simultaneously, it is imperative to note that this interview may have taken place before Matt Reeves confirmed that the script for Part II was complete on June 28, 2025.

James Gunn has recently opened up about what fans can expect from a Superman 2, and whether or not DC’s famous Caped Crusader would be involved. What is the plan for Batman and Superman crossovers in the DCU?