Scarlett Johansson set to join DC Universe in "The Batman Part II" alongside Robert Pattinson

Scarlett Johansson is reportedly in discussions to join the DC Universe for The Batman Part II, directed by Matt Reeves, starring opposite Robert Pattinson. The production is expected to start filming in spring 2026.

Johansson, known for her portrayal of Natasha Romanoff in Marvels Avengers films and as the lead in 2021s Black Widow, has previously stated she will not return to the character following Romanoffs heroic death in Avengers: Endgame (2019). In a 2023 interview, she emphasized, Natasha is dead. She is dead. She's dead. Okay? Fans just don't want to believe it.

After a high-profile legal dispute with Disney regarding Black Widows simultaneous theatrical and Disney+ release, which centered on her box officetied compensation, Johansson resolved the case in September 2021. Despite stepping away from acting as Natasha, she has expressed interest in contributing to the Marvel Cinematic Universe behind the scenes. She noted during the Cannes Film Festival that large-scale action films can still explore deep human connections, family, and emotional themes, similar to her directorial debut, Eleanor the Great.

For The Batman Part II, Johansson is expected to appear on screen. Director Matt Reeves confirmed that the script, co-written with Mattson Tomlin, has been completed. The film will again feature Robert Pattinson as Batman and is scheduled for release on October 1, 2027. Reports indicate that Zo Kravitz, who played Selina Kyle/Catwoman, will likely not return for the sequel.

In addition to her DC project, Johansson will star in the upcoming new installment of The Exorcist, directed by Mike Flanagan. The untitled film, produced by Universal and Blumhouse, is set in New York City and will introduce an original story within the franchise, marking the seventh film in over fifty years.

Author: Sophia Brooks