James Gunn Refutes Robin Inclusion Rumors The Batman Part II

James Gunn, co-head of DC Studios and director of Superman, has firmly denied rumors that Robin will appear in The Batman Part II, emphasizing that only a handful of people have read the script and no definitive information is available. Despite reports from insider Jeff Sneider suggesting Robin's inclusion and a "big swing" in the script, Gunn urged fans to stop believing such speculation. The Batman Part II, directed by Matt Reeves and scheduled to begin production in early 2026 for an October 2027 release, will continue the story following The Batman and The Penguin, both set in a separate Elseworlds continuity from the main DC Universe. While Robin may not appear in this sequel, plans for other Batman and Robin stories exist, such as Andy Muschietti's The Brave and the Bold focusing on Damien Wayne and another project exploring Dick Grayson and Jason Todd. Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav confirmed the film's production timeline, and the franchise is progressing despite ongoing rumors and fan expectations. Gunn's repeated dismissals of leaks show DC Studios' intent to control information flow and keep key plot details under wraps.