Ben Affleck hands over his cape to a new Batman

Ben Affleck is handing over his cape to a new Batman.

According to Deadline, Warner Bros. will release The Batman, directed by Matt Reeves, on June 24, 2021. But Affleck won't star as the Caped Crusader.

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Affleck, who has played the Dark Knight in DC Extended Universe films Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice, Suicide Squad and Justice League, will reportedly step down from the role, as the new film will center on a younger Bruce Wayne.

Affleck tweeted the news himself, saying, "Excited for #TheBatman in Summer 2021 and to see @MattReevesLA vision come to life." Read more...

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