"The Batman Part II" Script Delivered; Robert Pattinson Faced High-Security Challenges to Access It

Robert Pattinson's Top-Secret Mission: Cracking 'The Batman 2' Script

The highly anticipated sequel to 2022's blockbuster, The Batman, is moving forward, with director Matt Reeves confirming that the script for "The Batman: Part II" is complete and in the hands of Robert Pattinson. The journey to get the script to Pattinson involved high-security measures worthy of Bruce Wayne himself.

The Script's Journey to Batman

Reeves revealed that getting the script to Pattinson was a mission in itself. The script was placed in a "high security pouch" with a lock and code. Reeves' assistant sought out the pouch, and the code was sent separately. Pattinson himself initially struggled to open the secure package, highlighting the secrecy surrounding the sequel's plot. After reading the script, Reeves and Pattinson had a FaceTime call to discuss it.

Matt Reeves emphasized the importance of maintaining the mystery surrounding the film's plot, given its detective story nature. "The idea of trying to protect the secrets of the movie is super important because it's a mystery," Reeves explained. The new film aims to offer something "that has never been done before" for Batman and Bruce Wayne, a sentiment that excited Pattinson.

'The Batman 2': What We Know So Far

Filming for The Batman: Part II is slated to begin in Spring, around the end of April or beginning of May, according to Reeves. While details remain scarce, Reeves confirmed the sequel would retain the detective story elements of the first film. Mattson Tomlin is co-writing the script with Reeves.

• Shooting is expected to begin in Spring.
• The film will maintain the detective story elements.
• Robert Pattinson is on board and enthusiastic about the script.

'The Penguin' Spin-off and Cristin Milioti's Future

While The Penguin series has garnered critical acclaim and Emmy nominations, Matt Reeves clarified that Cristin Milioti, who played Sofia Falcone, will not appear in "The Batman: Part II." Reeves explained that the script was too far along when Milioti's character was developed, making her inclusion difficult. However, he expressed admiration for her performance and the possibility of future collaborations.

Matt Reeves also noted that discussions are underway for a potential second season of The Penguin, despite it being initially labeled a limited series. The success of the first season and the positive reception of the cast and writers have fueled interest in continuing the story. Lauren Lefranc, the showrunner, is actively involved in these discussions.

Key People Involved

The Batman and The Penguin are available to stream on HBO Max.