Michael Keaton on Batgirl Cancellation

Michael Keaton expressed indifference towards the cancellation of the $90 million 'Batgirl' movie, noting that he received a substantial paycheck regardless. Although Keaton was unaffected personally, he sympathized with directors Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, describing them as 'nice guys' and wishing them success. Warner Bros. scrapped the completed film in August 2022, citing strategic changes and cost-cutting measures. Keaton, who reprised his Batman role for 'Batgirl,' last played the character in 'The Flash,' which underperformed at the box office. The decision to cancel 'Batgirl' was reportedly influenced by tax incentives and a broader shift in the DC Universe, now overseen by James Gunn and Peter Safran.