Sources tell Variety that Robert Pattinson is in negotiations to play “The Batman” in Matt Reeves’ forthcoming superhero film, which hits theaters June 25, 2021.
While sources say it’s not yet a done deal, Pattinson is the top choice and it’s expected to close shortly.
Pre-production on the Warner Bros.-DC Comics pic is expected to start this summer.
Affleck and Warner Bros. began discussing the actor-director leaving the Caped Crusader behind following “Justice League,” allowing Reeves to pick his own Bruce Wayne.
Pattinson was cast even as Reeves continues to polish a final version of the script.
Related Christopher Nolan's 'Dark Knight' Trilogy Returning for Imax Screenings Elizabeth Debicki and Robert Pattinson Join Christopher Nolan's Next Film (EXCLUSIVE).
He also appears in Robert Eggers’ “The Lighthouse,” which bows at the Cannes Film Festival, “The King” for Netflix and “Waiting for the Barbarians.”. »