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Scarlett Johansson is reportedly in early talks to join The Batman Part 2, sparking a wave of excitement.
A major casting shift could be on the horizon, as Scarlett Johansson is reportedly negotiating her first role in the DC universe.
The development has sparked speculation about who she might portray in Matt Reeves’ next Gotham chapter.
Early discussions
Reports first surfaced via Nexus Point News and were later echoed by Deadline, which stated that Johansson is in “final negotiations” with DC and director Matt Reeves for a yet-to-be-revealed character.
Deadline reported that conversations have been ongoing and are now approaching the final stages.
The potential move would mark a significant jump for the former Black Widow star, who helped anchor Marvel’s cinematic rise.
According to Deadline’s reporting, neither DC Studios nor Johansson’s team have offered public comment on the talks.
Mystery role
Little is known about how The Batman Part 2 will build on the 2022 film and the connected Penguin series.
That hasn’t stopped fans from piecing together possibilities for Johansson’s role, ranging from Poison Ivy to Talia al Ghul.
Reeves, however, has released almost no firm clues, leaving even veteran DC watchers without enough information to form confident predictions.
The director recently teased that the sequel’s villain is someone who has “never really been done in a movie before,” a comment first highlighted by The Guardian, though he offered no further details.
Production timeline
Filming is slated to begin in spring 2026, and the long-delayed release is now scheduled for October 1, 2027.
The Hollywood Reporter noted that Johansson is committed first to Mike Flanagan’s new Exorcist film, meaning her schedule would need to align tightly for back-to-back productions.
While casting updates remain minimal, Variety reported that Zoë Kravitz is not expected to reprise her role as Selina Kyle, who departed Gotham at the end of the first film.
What comes next
Interest in the sequel continues to climb as actors and crew begin hinting at what’s ahead.
Colin Farrell has already spoken about the tone of the early script, and fans are watching closely for news on the villain reveal, Robin’s continued absence, and broader DC slate developments.
Sources: Nexus Point News, Deadline, IGN Nordic, The Hollywood Reporter, Variety
