Scarlett Johansson in Talks for The Batman Part II

Scarlett Johansson is in final negotiations to join the cast of The Batman Part II, the anticipated sequel to Matt Reeves's 2022 hit that reimagined the DC Comics superhero as a gritty detective. If the deal closes, the Oscar-nominated actress would mark a significant crossover from her Marvel Cinematic Universe roots, appearing alongside Robert Pattinson, who reprises his role as Bruce Wayne and Batman.

The film, set for theatrical release on October 1, 2027, will begin principal photography in spring 2026. Johansson's involvement comes after she wraps production on a new Exorcist movie directed by Mike Flanagan for Blumhouse Productions. Insiders indicate her schedule has been coordinated to accommodate both projects, allowing her to transition directly from the horror film to Reeves's Gotham City narrative.

Details about Johansson's character remain closely guarded by Warner Bros. and DC Studios, which declined to comment on the casting reports. Speculation points to her potentially portraying a key DC figure, such as Vicki Vale, Poison Ivy, or Andrea Beaumont, or even a new love interest for Bruce Wayne. The secrecy aligns with Reeves's approach to the franchise, which...