Sebastian Stan Excited to Join the DC Universe with 'The Batman Part II'

As production ramps up on 'The Batman Part II', actor Sebastian Stan has shared his enthusiasm about joining the iconic DC universe. After a series of delays, the highly anticipated sequel started filming earlier this summer, and Stan is eager to step into a new role, especially after a successful tenure with Marvel.

In a recent interview with Variety, Stan reflected on his childhood admiration for Batman, calling him the "most recognizable" superhero of his youth in Europe. Despite his long-standing role as Bucky Barnes in the Marvel franchise, Stan never imagined he would find himself in a DC film. However, a serendipitous encounter with director Matt Reeves, who expressed his admiration for Stan's performance in the upcoming film 'The Apprentice', changed everything. Additionally, Stan took the initiative to reach out to James Gunn, declaring he was "ready to rock" in the DC realm.

While fans speculate about Stan potentially portraying Harvey "Two-Face" Dent, he remains coy about his character's identity. He hinted that viewers will need to watch the film to truly understand its depth and narrative. "There’s a lot of speculation about what this is, but I think it’ll be a really good payoff," he teased, emphasizing the film's grounded nature. Stan even likened the experience of shooting to creating something monumental, comparing it to the legendary 'The Godfather Part II'. With a release date set for February 18, 2028, excitement continues to build for 'The Batman Part II'.

Source: gizmodo.com