Entertainment · October 15, 2026
Steven Soderbergh Replacing Matt Reeves to Complete Filming ‘The Batman Part II’
Steven Soderbergh will step in to help complete principal photography on 'The Batman Part II' while director Matt Reeves attends to an ongoing family matter. The arrangement, which was initiated by Soderbergh, involves the two directors collaborating remotely to finish the final weeks of filming in London. Reeves, who remains attached to the project and intends to lead post-production, confirmed the news via social media, expressing gratitude for Soderbergh's assistance. Production on the sequel, which stars Robert Pattinson, had been briefly paused for about a week due to Reeves' absence, but the film remains scheduled for a February 18, 2028, release.
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Reported by multiple outlets
- Steven Soderbergh is helping to finish principal photography for 'The Batman Part II'.
- Matt Reeves is stepping back from on-set duties due to a sensitive family matter.
- The collaboration was initiated by Soderbergh approaching Reeves to offer help.
- Matt Reeves remains the director and will oversee post-production.
- The film's release date is currently set for February 18, 2028.
- Filming is taking place in London while Reeves operates from Los Angeles.
Reported by only some outlets
- Production was paused for a little over a week prior to Soderbergh joining.
- The film is approximately two-thirds complete.
- The cast includes new additions Scarlett Johansson and Sebastian Stan.
- Sebastian Stan is rumored to be playing Harvey Dent (Two-Face).
- Colin Farrell, Andy Serkis, and Brian Tyree Henry are among the returning or confirmed cast members.
- Steven Soderbergh is currently based in London.
Confirmed
- Steven Soderbergh is assisting with the completion of principal photography.
- Matt Reeves is away for a family matter but remains the primary director.
- The film stars Robert Pattinson and is slated for a February 2028 release.
- Soderbergh and Reeves are collaborating to maintain Reeves' creative vision.
Reported
- The film is roughly two-thirds finished. (The Hollywood Reporter)
- The production pause lasted for a little over a week. (IndieWire)
Rumor
- Sebastian Stan is playing Harvey Dent/Two-Face. (IndieWire citing industry rumors)
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