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The Batman Part II Gets Soderbergh to Finish Filming
Steven Soderbergh steps in to help Matt Reeves complete The Batman Part II filming after a delay.
In brief
Steven Soderbergh steps in to help Matt Reeves complete The Batman Part II filming after a delay. Steven Soderbergh will direct the final weeks of The Batman Part II filming to finish Matt Reeves' project. Originally reported by SlashFilm.
Filming delay
Matt Reeves needed to step away from The Batman Part II production for personal reasons after a one-year delay.
Soderbergh steps in
Steven Soderbergh will complete the last few weeks of principal photography for The Batman Part II.
Warner Bros. statement
Warner Bros. says Matt Reeves is handling an ongoing family matter while Soderbergh works with the team to fulfill Reeves' vision.
Reeves' gratitude
Reeves thanked Soderbergh for helping him finish principal photography on The Batman Part II.
“Just to be clear, I am not leaving 'The Batman: Part II.' I am profoundly grateful to Steven for coming to my aid during this challenging time to help me finish principal photography.”
Soderbergh's goals
Soderbergh aims to integrate seamlessly with existing footage to honor Reeves' vision for The Batman Part II.
Release date
The Batman Part II is scheduled to open on February 18, 2028, with Robert Pattinson reprising his role.
The essence
Steven Soderbergh will direct the final weeks of The Batman Part II filming to finish Matt Reeves' project.
