Production on The Batman Part II has paused after director Matt Reeves withdrew temporarily for a family matter. Variety Australia, The Hollywood Reporter, and Deadline all covered the stoppage on 5 October 2026.

The stoppage adds to scheduling worries already hanging over the sequel. Cast member Sebastian Stan, who recently opened up about how playing Donald Trump helped him land a role in the film, had been actively involved before the pause. No timeline for a return to filming has been reported.