- Primary Subject: The Batman Part II production
- Key Update: Oscar-winning director Steven Soderbergh is taking over on-set directing for the remaining weeks of principal photography.
- Status: Confirmed
- Last Verified: October 16, 2026
- Quick Answer: Steven Soderbergh is taking over on-set directing for The Batman Part II to help finish principal photography while Matt Reeves steps away for personal reasons.
Steven Soderbergh has stepped in to help finish filming the remainder of The Batman Part II after Matt Reeves' temporary exit.
Earlier this month, it was announced that production on the highly anticipated sequel was temporarily shut down as Reeves decided to step away to handle a family matter. Since then, there have been questions about whether the film's release will be delayed or if another director will take over.
Steven Soderbergh Will Help Matt Reeves to Finish The Batman Part II
Deadline confirmed that Steven Soderbergh will take over as the director for the remaining production weeks of The Batman Part II following Reeves' exit.
The Oscar-winning filmmaker volunteered to help Reeves finish the DC sequel, and the two will work together and stay in touch throughout the rest of filming.
It should be noted that Reeves is still very much involved in the production remotely, while Soderbergh will be in charge on the set. Reeves will take over post-production once he is ready to return.
Soderbergh said in a statement: "I thought Matt Reeves’ work on The Batman was stunning; it was intentional, specific, and rigorously coherent. The goal here is to work with Matt and his team to generate footage that will integrate seamlessly with what’s already been shot so Matt can properly finish his film."
In a post on X, Reeves clarified to fans that he has not exited The Batman Part II, and expressed his gratitude to Soderbergh for helping him finish the movie.
"Just to be clear, I am not leaving The Batman Part II. I am profoundly grateful to Steven for coming to my aid during this challenging time to help me finish principal photography. Thank you to all for your concern and well wishes," he wrote.
Details on when production will resume are still unavailable, with Soderbergh taking charge. It's not expected to affect the planned 2028 theatrical release.
What to Expect in The Batman Part II
So far, the plot details regarding The Batman Part II are still under wraps. Matt Reeves co-wrote the script with Mattson Tomlin.
The returning cast members include Robert Pattinson as Bruce Wayne/Batman, Jeffrey Wright as Jim Gordon, Andy Serkis as Alfred Pennyworth, Colin Farrell as Oz Cobb/The Penguin, Jayme Lawson as Bella Real, and Gil Perez-Abraham as Officer Martinez.
Joining the cast are Scarlett Johansson, Sebastian Stan, Charles Dance, Sebastian Koch, and Brian Tyree Henry.
The film is currently slated for release in theaters on February 18, 2028.
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