RUMOR: Matt Reeves’ Batman Trilogy Already Has It’s Final Villain For Part III, And No One Is Surprised

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RUMOR: Matt Reeves' Batman Trilogy Already Has It's Final Villain For Part III, And No One Is Surprised

Key Takeaways

  • “The Batman” is confirmed as the first of a trilogy starring Robert Pattinson as Batman.
  • Rumor suggests Barry Keoghan’s Joker to be the final villain in the trilogy.
  • The Joker may debut in a spin-off series before appearing in the final film.

As a seasoned gamer who’s spent countless hours immersed in the dark, gritty world of Gotham City, this news about “The Batman” trilogy has me more excited than I was when the Joker first appeared on my screen during the Arkham games. Robert Pattinson as Batman? Controversial at first, but he proved his mettle in the first film. Now, with Barry Keoghan’s Joker rumored to be the final villain in the trilogy, it feels like a perfect match.

According to its creator Matt Reeves, The Batman is set to kick-off a complete trilogy featuring the iconic Dark Knight, and there’s talk in the air that his greatest adversary will emerge as his final showdown.

In 2022, when The Batman premiered, there was equal parts doubt and anticipation surrounding the movie. It was marketed as a more realistic take on the character compared to previous live-action Batman films, with Robert Pattinson taking on the role of the Dark Knight, a casting decision that raised eyebrows initially. However, both audiences and critics were taken aback in a positive way by what director Matt Reeves, Pattinson, and the rest of the team managed to create. The result was a dark, grounded film that was heavy on action yet still managed to be a commercial success despite having a PG13 rating and an inexperienced Batman who had only been fighting crime for two years. After its success, it was confirmed by Reeves that this would be the first installment of a planned trilogy, with plans to also expand the universe through spin-off shows.

Although many of the planned spin-off shows didn’t work out as intended, Reeves confirmed that the Batman trilogy would continue. A recent rumor hints that Barry Keoghan’s Joker may appear as the main antagonist in the third installment of the trilogy, The Batman: Part III. As per Derek Faraci on the Marvelvision podcast, Keoghan’s Joker will not be present in The Batman: Part II but will be the final villain that the new Batman encounters in the third film. The report also suggests that the Joker might be introduced in a spin-off series similar to The Penguin, though it remains unclear if Keoghan’s character will take the lead or make only a guest appearance.

In the initial movie of the series, Keoghan’s Joker didn’t make an appearance, instead briefly appearing off-screen and in a deleted scene that later surfaced. This brief portrayal left a mark on fans. Ever since Reeves confirmed his character’s identity, fans have speculated about the Joker’s role in future installments. A recent rumor seems to provide an answer regarding his absence in the sequel, but it opens up new directions for the film before refocusing on the Joker in the final chapter of the trilogy. As for a potential TV spinoff, due to the enigmatic nature of the Joker’s character, it appears unlikely that the series would delve deeply into his story, favoring instead focusing on another character while subtly hinting at the Joker’s influence leading up to the final film.

If everything turns out as planned, this would be fantastic news for the franchise, given its aspirations. Matt Reeves’ Batman film series has a strong chance of becoming one of the finest superhero trilogies ever, but there’s still a long road ahead. The portrayal of the Joker is crucial to any live-action Batman series, much like the Dark Knight himself, and its success is just as important. We don’t know yet how Reeves intends to use the rumored spin-off appearance to lead up to the final act, but fans can rest assured that it’s in capable hands and eagerly await the releases.

You can currently stream “The Batman” on Max. The sequel, titled “The Batman: Part II,” is scheduled for a theatrical release on October 2, 2026.

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2024-11-17 01:27