Ben Affleck steps down from Batman role ahead of Matt Reeves' film about a young Bruce Wayne
The IndependentGet our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Despite Affleck’s roles in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice and Justice League, the forthcoming 2021 film The Batman is now seeking a new leading man. “I am incredibly honoured and excited to be working with Warner Bros to bring an epic and emotional new take on the Caped Crusader to the big screen.” Affleck has since appeared to confirm rumours of his departure from the role. Sharing the Deadline article that said he was passing the torch to the next generation of Bruce Wayne, he tweeted: “Excited for #TheBatman in Summer 2021 and to see @MattReevesLA vision come to life.” It is unclear as to whether Affleck ever plans to return to the role.