Superman/Dark Knight Crossover in 2016

Jan. 2014 Delay - http://variety.com/2014/film/news/superm-1201062720/ Moved to May 6, 2016

Official statement from Warner Bros. via IGN:

On the heels of the worldwide success of Man of Steel, director Zack Snyder is bringing together the two greatest Super Heroes of all time —Batman and Superman —for the first time on the big screen. The announcement was made today by Greg Silverman, President, Creative Development and Worldwide Production, and Sue Kroll, President, Worldwide Marketing and International Distribution,Warner Bros. Pictures.

The current hit, Man of Steel, has taken in more than $630 million at the worldwide box office to date, and climbing. Along with its star, Henry Cavill, the upcoming film brings back Amy Adams, Laurence Fishburne and Diane Lane. The new Batman has yet to be cast.

Snyder is co-writing the story with David S. Goyer, who will then pen the screenplay. Production is expected to begin in 2014, with an anticipated release date in Summer 2015.

Silverman stated, “Zack Snyder is an incredibly talented filmmaker, but beyond that, he’s a fan first and he utterly gets this genre. We could not think of anyone better suited to the task of bringing these iconic Super Heroes to the screen in his own way.” Kroll added, “We are thrilled to be back in business with Zack and his team on this next movie. The success of ‘Man of Steel’ is a wonderful testament to the love and support that both fans and new audiences, worldwide, have for these characters. We are very excited to see what Zack has in store for all of us.” Diane Nelson, President, DC Entertainment, noted,“Superman and Batman together on the big screen is a dream come true for DC fans everywhere. All of us at DC Entertainment could not be more excited for Zack’s continuing vision for the DC Universe.”

Zack Snyder, who made a surprise appearance at Comic-Con today, breaking the news to audiences there, later said, “I’m so excited to begin working again with Henry Cavill in the world we created, and I can’t wait to expand the DC Universe in this next chapter. Let’s face it, it’s beyond mythological to have Superman and our new Batman facing off, since they are the greatest Super Heroes in the world.”The new film brings back Charles Roven and Deborah Snyder as producers. This time, Christopher Nolan and Emma Thomas are serving as executive producers, along with Benjamin Melniker and Michael E. Uslan.Thomas offered, “Whilst our Dark Knight trilogy is complete, we have every confidence that Zack’s fresh interpretation will take the character in a new and exciting direction. His vision for Superman opened the door to a whole new universe and we can’t wait to see what Zack does with these characters.” The film is based on Superman characters created by Jerry Siegel & Joe Shuster, and Batman characters created by Bob Kane, published by DC Entertainment.

The film is reportedly “inspired by” (but won’t be a direct adaptation of) The Dark Knight Returns. Man of Steel actor Harry Lennix came on stage to read a bit of dialogue from the graphic novel, of Batman speaking to Superman:

“I want you to remember, Clark…in all the years to come…in your most private moments…I want you to remember…my hand…at your throat…I want…you to remember…the one man who beat you.”

Was hoping for a Booster Gold/Ted Kord team-up film first, but oh well...

first thing i did when i read this was change my pants. the second thing was apologize to the lady in front of me. i cant believe i am getting this and avengers 2 in the same year.

Worth a look when it comes out, I'd say.

Worth a look when it comes out, I'd say.

or 4 or 5

What's that word again...yes, EPIC!

first thing i did when i read this was change my pants. the second thing was apologize to the lady in front of me. i cant believe i am getting this and avengers 2 in the same year.

Boom

Worth a look when it comes out, I'd say.

Oh, you think mate?

Am I the only who doesnt trust Snyder to do Batman correctly?

Havent seen Man of Steel yet though

Man of Steel is one of those movies where you are awestuck by the amazing visuals throughout the film that you do not recognize the paper thin plot and poorly constructed characters.

It was an enjoyable movie for me but upon further reflection it wasn't anything too amazing.

Am I the only who doesnt trust Snyder to do Batman correctly?

Nope, same feeling here. Going from the almighty Nolan to the overrated Snyder...might as well ask Michael Bay to direct it.

Ditto on the previous three above me.

Wonder who will don the cape this time & who the bad guy will be...MoS was nice to watch with the loud bangs and all, not much of a story. At least he was well cast, Lois Lane though...not so much for me.

Man of Steel is one of those movies where you are awestuck by the amazing visuals throughout the film that you do not recognize the paper thin plot and poorly constructed characters.

It was an enjoyable movie for me but upon further reflection it wasn't anything too amazing.

i think it was good for a origin story. i really think the character will shine in MOS 2. origin stories are always hard to do it seems as imo almost no one gets them right

Worth a look when it comes out, I'd say.

Oh, you think mate?

Yes.

Okay...is it weird that I don't know whether Andrew is being sarcastic or not?

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So Nolan will be executive producer on this one with Snyder directing again. Hope it's got more of a story than MoS.

Silly Jackal.

splosions > story

Seeing some of the newer generation of folks with their YOLO & SWAG...that really shouldn't surprise me as much as it does.

Okay...is it weird that I don't know whether Andrew is being sarcastic or not?

Given that sarcasm isn't always easy to pick up online, it's not weird.

For the record, I'm not being sarcastic. I'm not as big a fan of comic book movies as others around these parts but I do like them and it's pretty cool to finally have a Batman/Superman team-up on the big screen.

Seeing some of the newer generation of folks with their YOLO & SWAG...that really shouldn't surprise me as much as it does.

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Ben Affleck is Batman.

The actor will replace Christian Bale as Bruce Wayne in the upcoming untitled Batman-Superman feature for Warner Bros., the studio announced Thursday.

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“We knew we needed an extraordinary actor to take on one of DC Comics’ most enduringly popular Super Heroes, and Ben Affleck certainly fits that bill, and then some,” WB president Greg Silverman said in a statement.

Directed by “Man of Steel” filmmaker Zack Snyder, the Batman-Superman feature will open worldwide on July 17, 2015, with Henry Cavill, Amy Adams and Diane Lane reprising their roles.

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“Ben provides an interesting counter-balance to Henry’s Superman. He has the acting chops to create a layered portrayal of a man who is older and wiser than Clark Kent and bears the scars of a seasoned crime fighter, but retain the charm that the world sees in billionaire Bruce Wayne,” Snyder said in a statement. “I can’t wait to work with him.”

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The irony of Thursday’s news is that at one point Warner Bros. was interested in having Affleck direct the “Justice League” movie and his participation in this film will now spur interest if whether his casting means a possibility of directing that film.

http://variety.com/2013/film/news/ben-a ... 200586881/

That's not ironic, it's just coincidental.

lol ben affleck is terrible. if only i could get back the two hours of my life back that i spent watching The Town...

I'll still check it out. As it stands, Clooney will probably always remain the worst Batman, thanks to the trainwreck that was Batman & Robin.

He has the acting chops to create a layered portrayal of a man

BEN AFFLECK HAS WAT?!

WAT?!

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there is where i point out that no one wanted heath for the joker either. everything being said about ben is the same shit that was said about heath. not saying he will do good but there is nothing that says he cant do good

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Heath had some good roles to his name before the Joker though. Brokeback, Patriot...Ben Affleck has Argo?

Heath Ledger was a good actor with some shoddy choices in movies, Ben Affleck isn't a good actor by any means. But I'm all right with it, Zack Snyder isn't going for the whole Nolan-esque thing and it's more style over substance so is appropriate as a response.

And shame on you for calling the guy Health, put on your glasses you old goof.

Being Batman requires being a good actor? Mouth breathe, talk weird, make $$$. Take that mask off though...then you need good acting