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Clayface Shuts Down DCU Batman Theory
Clayface proves Robert Pattinson's Batman won't join James Gunn's DCU.
In brief
Clayface proves Robert Pattinson's Batman won't join James Gunn's DCU. Clayface's Gotham City design and timeline make merging Matt Reeves' Batman with DCU impossible. Originally reported by CBR.
Clayface in theaters
Clayface is now playing in theaters, breaking down barriers of comic book movie potential with body horror in Gotham City.
DCU's Gotham vs The Batman
Clayface features a Gotham City distinct from The Batman's stylized version, closer to New York City.
No flood reference
Clayface shows Gotham in rebuilding phase after Riddler's flood, unlike The Batman's timeline.
The Batman/DCU merger theory
Many hoped Robert Pattinson's Batman would merge with DCU, but Clayface disproves this theory.
The Brave and the Bold delays
The Brave and the Bold lacks a completed script, release date, and leading man after three years of delays.
Pattinson's age concerns
Robert Pattinson is forty years old and worries he's aging out of the Batman role.
DCU's Batman timeline
Batman will debut in Man of Tomorrow (July 2027) or DCU TV shows like Poison Ivy.
The Batman's timeline
The Batman ends with Gotham flooded, setting up The Batman: Part II in winter after the flood.
Why merger is unlikely
Clayface's Gotham design and timeline make merging The Batman with DCU impossible.
DCU's Batman debut
Batman will appear in Man of Tomorrow (July 2027) or Poison Ivy TV show before The Brave and the Bold.
The Brave and the Bold status
The Brave and the Bold is in production with Andy Muschietti directing but no release date.
Clayface's impact
Clayface proves Robert Pattinson's Batman won't join James Gunn's DCU.
The main idea
Clayface's Gotham City design and timeline make merging Matt Reeves' Batman with DCU impossible.
