DC Studios Head James Gunn Refutes Robin Rumors In The Batman Part II

James Gunn, co-head of DC Studios, has firmly denied rumors that Robin will appear in Matt Reeves' The Batman Part II, emphasizing that only a handful of people have read the script and cautioning fans against believing unverified speculation. The rumors, which surfaced from insider Jeff Sneider and various online sources, have been dismissed by Gunn on multiple social media posts, where he reiterated that plot details are known by very few and that much of the public chatter is pure guesswork. The Batman Part II is set to begin production in spring 2026, with an expected release in October 2027, and will exist outside the interconnected DC Universe, focusing on a grounded tone similar to the 2022 film. Gunn also addressed other rumors, including the involvement of the villain Hush and a live-action Teen Titans movie, stating that no scripts have been read or exist in those regards. Warner Bros. Discovery’s shareholder letter highlights this sequel alongside other DC projects under their 10-year plan, including Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow and Clayface. Gunn’s engagement with fans serves to clarify misinformation amid growing excitement for the sequel, which will continue to explore a realistic, neo-noir Gotham City rather than introducing more traditional comic book elements like Robin.