Robert Pattinson Opens Up About the Lengthy Filming Schedule for Reeves’ Trilogy and Hints at Retiring After It Ends

By now, everyone knows that Matt Reeves’ The Batman was a massive success. With DC’s recent shake-ups causing several projects to be restructured or canceled, some fans worried that the planned trilogy might be scrapped. Fortunately, it seems Reeves’ vision for his Gotham universe is moving forward, though it may take some time to fully unfold.

The cast and crew are all committed to a trilogy, and Reeves is currently finalizing the script for the second film, set to begin filming next year. Originally planned for a 2025 release, the sequel has been delayed and is now slated to hit theaters in 2026.

While fans appreciate Reeves’ meticulous approach, they can’t help but wonder—how long will it take to complete the trilogy? It seems even the filmmakers are asking the same question!

In a recent New York Times interview, Robert Pattinson, who plays Batman in Matt Reeves’ universe, shared insights about his life, career, and how the iconic role has shaped his journey as an actor. The interview is an engaging read, and we recommend checking it out in full.

For those short on time, we’ve highlighted a key point from the conversation—Pattinson’s comments on the lengthy filming timeline for Reeves’ Batman trilogy, a topic that’s left many fans feeling anxious. Filming for the second movie is set to start next year, with the premiere scheduled for 2026.

However, the third film won’t be shot back-to-back with the sequel, meaning it could be late 2028 or even 2029 before the trilogy concludes—potentially leaving fans waiting 4-5 more years for the final chapter.

This extended timeline has certainly raised concerns among fans of the franchise, and Pattinson has now shared his thoughts on the matter:“I could genuinely be retiring by the end of them.”

Pattinson’s comment was clearly made in jest, so take it lightly. Still, it’s clear he knows the filming process will take a long time. We don’t have any new updates for you yet, but as soon as we get more information, we’ll share it here. Stay tuned!

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