DCU Batman Shadow

James Gunn's DC Universe has no Batman updates despite the character's importance to both the larger world and box office.

Batman Beyond Idea

Gunn called Batman Beyond a great thing for the future, saying it originated in animation and would make a good movie for the DCU.

“I love Batman Beyond, that's a great thing for the future.”

Batman Beyond Plot

Batman Beyond follows an older Bruce Wayne mentoring Terry McGinnis, a character who avoids Batman's typical conflicts.

DCU's Batman Problem

The DCU has no Batman updates despite the character's importance to both the larger world and box office.

The Batman Sequel

The Batman sequel is in production after significant delays since its debut in 2022.

Gunn and Reeves Stance

Gunn and Reeves remain adamant that Robert Pattinson's Bruce Wayne will not join their DCU team.

Batman Beyond Benefits

Batman Beyond would advance the cinematic legend of Batman without confusing casual moviegoers with Pattinson's character.

DCU Timeline Fix

Batman Beyond could fix the DCU's Batman timeline without conflicting with Matt Reeves' The Batman sequel.

DCU's Future

Batman Beyond would provide a futuristic setting that contrasts with The Batman's grounded gadgets and villains.

DCU's Batman Problem

DC Studios canceled a Batman Beyond movie after Gunn took over the DCU role, but it could be revived now.