Steven Soderbergh joins The Batman Part II to finish filming as Matt Reeves steps away
Steven Soderbergh will direct the final weeks of principal photography on The Batman Part II while Matt Reeves attends to an ongoing family matter, DC Studios said. Reeves will remain involved remotely, and plans to take over post-production; he said he is not leaving the film. The sequel is still scheduled for 18 February 2028.
Bottom line — Soderbergh is helping complete filming, while Reeves retains the film’s post-production and creative direction.
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DC Studios said Soderbergh approached Reeves and will work with the actors and crew to fulfil Reeves’ vision.
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Soderbergh said the aim is to make footage that integrates with what has already been shot.
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Production had paused for a little over a week, according to IndieWire.
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Robert Pattinson returns as Bruce Wayne, alongside Colin Farrell and Andy Serkis.
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The film’s scheduled release date remains 18 February 2028.