Sebastian Stan Considered for ‘The Batman Part II’ Lead Role
Speculation is building that actor Sebastian Stan may join the cast of “The Batman Part II.” This potential role would see him collaborating with his former Marvel co-star Scarlett Johansson in the DC Universe. Currently, there has been no official comment from DC Studios about these discussions.
Details About “The Batman Part II”
Directed by Matt Reeves, “The Batman Part II” is set to begin filming in May 2024. Reeves co-wrote the script with Mattson Tomlin, and the film will feature Robert Pattinson reprising his role as the Dark Knight.
Stan’s Career Highlights
Sebastian Stan has made a name for himself in Hollywood over the years. He is widely recognized for his portrayal of Bucky Barnes, also known as The Winter Soldier, in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). His journey with Marvel started in 2011 with “Captain America: The First Avenger.”
- Stan’s major MCU films include:
- “Captain America: The Winter Soldier”
- “Captain America: Civil War”
- “Avengers: Infinity War”
- “Avengers: Endgame”
- He starred in the Disney+ series “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.”
- Recently, he appeared in “Thunderbolts” and will be featured in “Avengers: Doomsday” in December 2024.
The First Batman Film’s Success
The initial installment of “The Batman,” released in March 2022, was a commercial success, earning $770.3 million globally. It spawned a spin-off series titled “Penguin,” featuring Colin Farrell, who will also return for the sequel. The cast of the first film included:
- Zoë Kravitz as Catwoman
- Jeffrey Wright as Jim Gordon
- Paul Dano as The Riddler
- Andy Serkis as Alfred
- Barry Keoghan as a possible Joker character
Sebastian Stan is represented by CAA, Brookside Artist Management, and Sloane Offer, highlighting his significant presence in the industry. The news of his possible involvement was first reported by Deadline.
