Key Takeaways:
– DC Studios Chief James Gunn has debunked a rumor about Boyd Holbrook’s casting in The Batman: Part II.
– Boyd Holbrook, known for his role as Steve Murphy in Narcos and Donald Pierce in Logan, was rumored to play Harvey Dent or Two-Face.
– Gunn is known for being active on Threads, a platform where he frequently offers answers to fans and dispels rumors.
– Despite some fans’ disappointment, Gunn made clear that the report about Holbrook’s casting was fake.
– The Batman: Part II, directed by Matt Reeves, will be a follow-up to the successful 2022 first part with Robert Pattinson.
– While Holbrook’s cast has been denied, other rumored characters include Clayface and Hush.
James Gunn, DC Studios Chief and filmmaker, recently took to Threads, a popular social media platform, to debunk the rumor about Narcos star Boyd Holbrook’s casting in the upcoming film The Batman: Part II.
False Reports Squashed
Former Marvel star Boyd Holbrook was rumored to have been cast as Harvey Dent, also known as Two-Face, in Matt Reeves’ sequel to the widely successful Robert Pattinson-led The Batman. However, Gunn was quick to dismiss this report as false, causing a wave of disappointment among fans who had been excitedly following the rumor.
James Gunn’s Role in DC Universe
Gunn, known for his works such as Guardians of the Galaxy, has been rebooting the DC Extended Universe since his first DCU film, Superman. However, certain ‘Elseworld’ stories, like The Batman and Joker, were not impacted by this reboot as they were not a part of the main continuity. Being very active on Threads, Gunn has taken the responsibility of debunking fake news and rumors about the franchise’s developments, casting choices, and film announcements.
Fan Reaction to Casting Rumors
Fans had eagerly awaited the confirmation of Boyd Holbrook’s role in the elite DC world, especially following his impressive portrayal of DEA Agent Steve Murphy in the Netflix series Narcos and the character of Donald Pierce in Marvel/Fox film Logan. His rumored casting as Harvey Dent would have been a significant addition to his repertoire. The fan reactions on Threads following Gunn’s statement varied, from disappointment to understanding, highlighting Holbrook’s popularity as a potential Harvey Dent.
The Batman: Part II – What to Expect?
Boyd Holbook’s rumored casting was the first to come out for The Batman: Part II. The film was greenlit in 2022 after the first part, The Batman, received massive critical and commercial success. Robert Pattinson is confirmed to reprise his role as Batman. Other characters from the first film, like James Gordon (Jeffrey Wright) and The Riddler (Paul Dano), are also rumored to make comebacks.
Another speculated character to make a significant appearance in the sequel is Barry Keoghan’s Joker, who was introduced in Arkham Asylum in the first film. Some potential new movie villains include Clayface and Hush. Although DC fans may have felt a sense of loss with Holbrook’s supposed exit from the film, the potential stacked cast of The Batman: Part II surely promises a thrilling cinema experience.
As the script’s finalization and casting are still in process, fans should stay tuned for more updates about The Batman: Part II directly from reliable sources like James Gunn.
