The Batman 2 “leaked plot details” surface but DC fans aren’t convinced

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Rumored plot details for the next Batman movie have appeared online, hinting at a surprise villain and the debut of a popular character. However, many DC Comics fans are skeptical about the leaks.

The next Batman movie, a sequel to the 2022 film, is currently scheduled to come out in October 2027. Filming is expected to start in May of this year, and Robert Pattinson will return as Batman. Sebastian Stan will play Harvey Dent, and Scarlett Johansson may also appear in the film, though her role hasn’t been officially confirmed.

The next installment of the superhero film will continue the story following the finale of the ‘The Penguin’ HBO series. However, director Matt Reeves and writer Mattson Tomlin are remaining tight-lipped about the rest of the plot.

Okay, so I’m seeing reports about a huge leak online claiming to reveal everything about the next Batman movie – the whole plot, what the movie’s really about, little nods to other DC stuff, and even who the new characters are. It’s wild! But honestly, I’m taking it with a grain of salt. Is any of this actually true?

The Batman 2 plot leak includes Harvey Dent and the introduction of Robin

A potential plot outline for the next Batman movie starring Robert Pattinson has appeared on Reddit. It suggests the story will focus on Harvey Dent working to improve Gotham City’s healthcare system after the events and fallout from the Riddler’s attacks in the first film.

Bruce Wayne soon uncovers deep corruption within Arkham Asylum, including a psychiatrist conducting unethical experiments on patients and preying on their fears—introducing the villain known as Scarecrow. Reports suggest Scarlett Johansson will portray journalist Vicki Vale, who is independently looking into the same wrongdoing. Meanwhile, Bruce Wayne will reunite with his childhood friend, Harvey Dent.

According to reports, Bruce takes Dick Grayson to a circus hoping to reappear in public, but a terrible accident leaves Dick orphaned. The story also reveals that the Penguin attacked Harvey Dent with acid during a court hearing, transforming him into Two-Face. Later, a psychiatrist deliberately causes a mass breakout at Arkham Asylum and fills Gotham City with fear-inducing gas.

It’s understandable if this feels familiar – a lot like Christopher Nolan’s Batman films. The movie reportedly concludes with Bruce Wayne attempting personal growth by taking in Dick Grayson, hinting at the future arrival of Robin in a potential sequel. However, many DC fans are skeptical about the authenticity of the leaked plot details for The Batman 2.

DC fans call The Batman 2 plot leak a copy of Batman Begins

It’s no surprise that DC fans reacted strongly to the leaked plot details for The Batman 2. Many pointed out similarities to Batman Begins, particularly the ending where Scarecrow unleashes fear gas on Gotham after escaping Arkham Asylum.

Someone noted the current story feels like a very early version of Christopher Nolan’s first Batman film. They recalled rumors from 2005 suggesting that Harvey Dent, who later becomes Two-Face, was originally part of the plans for Batman Begins, and that this version closely resembles those initial ideas.

One fan commented that the movie felt like a mix of “Batman Begins” and “The Dark Knight,” and they were hoping for a new story instead of something that retreaded familiar ground.

Many DC fans agree, with one saying the leaked material feels too much like a rehash of the plot from ‘Batman Begins.’ They don’t believe it makes sense to revisit that storyline, especially with a character who seems to be a version of Scarecrow. Some people even suspect the leak isn’t genuine, calling it poorly written and suggesting it might have been created by AI like ChatGPT.

While we wait for news about The Batman 2, you can explore all the other upcoming DC projects. We’ve also put together lists of the most exciting movies coming in 2026 and our picks for the best films of 2025.

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2026-02-23 16:19