Are you a fan of the Dark Knight? Do you find yourself wondering if there’s a new Batman DC movie in the works? Well, we’ve got the answer for you!
Batman’s Cinematic History
First, let’s take a look at Batman’s cinematic history. The Caped Crusader has been portrayed on the big screen in several different ways over the years, from campy to gritty, and everything in between.
- 1966: Adam West starred as Batman in the campy TV show and subsequent movie.
- 1989-1997: Tim Burton and Joel Schumacher directed four movies that featured Michael Keaton, Val Kilmer, and George Clooney as Batman.
- 2005-2012: Christopher Nolan directed a critically acclaimed trilogy featuring Christian Bale as Batman.
- 2016-2020: Ben Affleck played an older version of Batman in two movies set in the DC Extended Universe (DCEU).
The State of the DCEU
The DCEU is a shared universe of movies that includes characters like Superman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, and yes, Batman. However, the DCEU has seen its fair share of ups and downs since it started with 2013’s Man of Steel.
The Snyder Cut
One major recent development is the release of Zack Snyder’s Justice League on HBO Max. This version of the 2017 movie was heavily altered after Snyder left production due to personal reasons. Fans campaigned for years to see Snyder’s original vision for the movie, which included more scenes featuring Batman.
The Future of Batman
So what’s next for Batman in the DCEU? Well, there’s good news and bad news.
The bad news is that Ben Affleck has officially stepped down from the role of Batman. However, the good news is that a new movie featuring a different version of Batman is currently in production.
The Batman (2022)
The newest Batman movie stars Robert Pattinson as Bruce Wayne/Batman and is directed by Matt Reeves. The film takes place during Batman’s second year of crimefighting and features a cast of familiar villains like Penguin, Riddler, and Catwoman.
Conclusion
In conclusion, there have been many different portrayals of Batman on the big screen over the years. While Ben Affleck has stepped down from the role, fans can look forward to seeing Robert Pattinson take on the mantle in 2022’s The Batman. With a talented director and exciting cast of characters, this new movie has the potential to be one of the best Batman movies yet.