Warner Bros Shakes Up Release Lineup: 'The Batman Part II' Pushed to 2027

Warner Bros Shuffles Key Release Dates: 'The Batman Part II' Delayed

Warner Bros has revealed a significant rearrangement in its upcoming film schedule. Probably the most significant alteration concerns the eagerly anticipated sequel to Matt Reeves' 'The Batman'. Initially slated for an October 2026 release, 'The Batman Part II' has now been moved a year further away, with a new release date of October 1, 2027. This shift is part of a reportedly strategic move by the studio to fill that coveted October 2, 2026 slot with a yet-titled film starring Hollywood A-lister Tom Cruise and helmed by Academy Award-winning director Alejandro G. Iñárritu.

Tom Cruise's Next Project Takes 'The Batman Part II''s Release Slot

Taking up the previous slot of 'The Batman Part II', Tom Cruise's unannounced film comes with high expectations. Details remain sparse about the untitled movie, which will be directed by Oscar laureate Alejandro G. Iñárritu. Sandra Hüller, John Goodman, Michael Stuhlbarg, Jesse Plemons, Sophie Wilde, and Riz Ahmed make up an exciting supporting cast for the project. The impressive roster promises heightened anticipation for this unnamed film.

'Mickey 17' Moves Up While 'The Batman Part II' Slides Down

Interestingly, while fans of 'the Bat' might see a downside to these adjustments, there's a silver lining as well. Bong Joon-Ho's 'Mickey 17' is arriving earlier than anticipated, now dated for a premiere on March 7, 2025. The film, which draws on inspiration from Edward Ashton's novel 'Mickey7', stars Robert Pattinson, known for his portraiture of Bruce Wayne in 'The Batman Part II.' Casting also includes Steven Yeun, Naomi Ackie, Toni Collette, Mark Ruffalo, and Thomas Turgoose. Warner Bros altered the release date of Ryan Coogler’s 'Sinners' to April 18, 2025, giving 'Mickey 17' a wider window on Imax screens.

'The Batman Part II' Scripting Phase: A Slow but 'Wonderful' Journey

In related news, Matt Reeves shared updates about 'The Batman Part II' production plans. The filmmaker, who is currently in the script finalization stage, claims the scripting process has been 'slow' but 'wonderful'. Fans can look forward to Robert Pattinson reprising his role as Bruce Wayne. With the projected release now in 2027, it will mark a five-year gap since 'The Batman' premiered in March 2022. This signifies a lengthy intermission, given the critical and commercial success of its predecessor, which raked in over $772 million worldwide and spun off 'The Penguin', an HBO crime drama series set in the same universe.

Further Release Date Swaps: 'Sinners' and 'Mickey 17'

In additional scheduling news, Warner Bros has resolved to swap the release dates of 'Mickey 17' and 'Sinners'. Both films will be available on Imax, with 'Mickey 17' now set for March 7, 2025, and 'Sinners' moved to April 18, 2025. The sci-fi black comedy and the horror film bolster the film studio's compelling 2025 lineup. Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners', features Michael B. Jordan in dual roles and presents a "new vision of fear", further enhancing the anticipation for Warner Bros' upcoming slate.