Matt Reeves’ ‘The Batman’ Set for 2021 Release Date Without Affleck

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In recent memory, one of the biggest elements DC Cinematic Universe fans have been questioning is whether or not Ben Affleck is going to be the cape crusader with his own solo movie. The DC Cinematic Universe version of Batman will still have a solo outing, this time with a 2021 release date under the name, The Batman. However, to much dismay, Ben Affleck is said to not return for the role.

Rumors speculating about Affleck’s departure from the role began two years ago when it was revealed that he will not be directing The Batman. Instead, War of the Planet of the Apes and Cloverfield director, Matt Reeves, will be in the directing chair. He is charged with writing the upcoming feature film as well.

The Batman is set to have a younger version of the character in the role, therefore only time will tell who will be the masked crusader now. Considering the character Affleck played was meant to be older and grittier, it makes sense to get a new actor. Additionally, there were rumors that Ben Affleck tired with the role. The only hint of Affleck’s involvement as Batman is the actor’s recent tweet promoting and expressing excitement for the new film. However, with the new direction for the film, Affleck would only appear in a minor role.

 

The Batman will be released on June 21, 2021.

 

Ryan Pineda: When it comes to film, animation, video games and other mediums, I can discuss for hours about how much on why certain films and animated media made me the person I am today. I adore the artistic merit that comes from a lot of pop-culture media and will definitely love to have a conversation about favorite movies any day! I have graduated in 2017 with a BA in Film and Television at the University of Arizona. Been passionate about writing about films due to always having an interesting outlook on the medium. Will always see a film and will definitely be sure to recommend it to someone that I know for a fact would love that movie. Not only that but will also give reasons for why I think that film did or did not work as a movie, and the same can go for other pieces of media like television, video games and especially animated projects.
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