Sebastian Stan in talks to join 'The Batman Part II'

Entertainment Jan 07, 2026

Sebastian Stan, best known as Marvel's Winter Soldier, is reportedly in talks to join "The Batman Part II."
Robert Pattinson returns as Gotham's brooding hero, with Matt Reeves directing again.
Filming is expected to start next spring, and the movie lands in theaters October 2027.

Who else is back (and why fans are hyped)

Familiar faces are returning: Colin Farrell as Penguin, Jeffrey Wright as Commissioner Gordon, Andy Serkis as Alfred, and likely Barry Keoghan as the Joker.
Even though this sequel isn't part of the new DC Universe reboot, it's still under DC Studios's watch.
The first film was a huge hit—$772 million worldwide—so expectations (and curiosity about Stan's mystery role) are high.