DC Studios CEO James Gunn comments on the possibility of a crossover between David Corenswet’s Superman and Robert Pattinson’s Batman. Here’s what he revealed.
With the DC Universe undergoing a major revamp under James Gunn’s leadership, fans have been buzzing with speculation about whether David Corenswet’s Superman and Robert Pattinson’s Batman might appear together on screen. However, Gunn has officially weighed in on the idea—and fans may need to wait a bit longer for any such crossover event.
James Gunn: “It’s Not What’s Happening Right Now”
In a recent interview with Entertainment Tonight, Gunn addressed ongoing speculation about bringing the two popular DC characters together. When asked about a potential crossover between Corenswet’s Superman, introduced in the 2025 film directed by Gunn, and Pattinson’s Batman from The Batman (2022), the DC Studios head clarified:
“I’ve met him [Pattinson] before, we’ve talked about it before. But it’s not what’s happening right now.”
While Gunn admitted that the idea had been discussed, he emphasized that the studio isn’t currently pursuing such a crossover, adding, “Everything is in flux, so we’ll figure out what we’re doing next.”
What’s Next for Pattinson and Corenswet?
Robert Pattinson is set to return as the Caped Crusader in the highly anticipated The Batman 2, scheduled for release in 2027. The film continues director Matt Reeves’ vision of a standalone Batman universe, which currently operates independently from the main DCU continuity being developed by Gunn and co-CEO Peter Safran.
Meanwhile, David Corenswet made his debut as the Man of Steel in Superman (2025), helmed by Gunn himself. This iteration of Superman marks the beginning of a restructured DC cinematic universe, with new timelines and characters to be introduced under Gunn’s direction.
Gunn Confirms ‘The Brave and the Bold’ in Development
Although a Superman–Batman crossover isn’t on the horizon, James Gunn has confirmed progress on another major DC project: The Brave and the Bold. This upcoming film will introduce a new version of Batman—distinct from Pattinson’s portrayal—and focus on the dynamic between Bruce Wayne and his son Damian Wayne, a.k.a. Robin.
“We’re working on a script. We have a screenwriter who is hammering away at it. I’m very involved, and so, you know, we’ll see what happens next,” Gunn said during the interview.
This project will be a cornerstone of DC’s new shared universe, suggesting that while Pattinson’s Batman remains in his own narrative world, a different Dark Knight will eventually team up with other heroes like Superman.
Conclusion:
While fans may be eager to see David Corenswet’s Superman join forces with Robert Pattinson’s brooding Batman, James Gunn has made it clear that no such plans are in motion—for now. As DC Studios focuses on restructuring its cinematic universe, standalone franchises and new character arcs are taking priority. With The Brave and the Bold underway and multiple storylines unfolding, DC fans still have plenty to look forward to.
