Warner Bros. Shuffles Release Calendar: ‘The Batman’ Sequel Delayed to 2027, New Dates for Cruise-Iñárritu, ‘Sinners,’ and ‘Mickey 17’
Warner Bros. has announced new premiere dates for some of its most anticipated films. Most notably, the sequel to Matt Reeves' "The Batman," previously slated for October 2, 2026, has been pushed back to October 1, 2027.
Warner Bros. has announced new premiere dates for some of its most anticipated films. Most notably, the sequel to Matt Reeves’ “The Batman,” previously slated for October 2, 2026, has been pushed back to October 1, 2027. This delay gives the production team additional time to work on the film’s visual effects and script, ensuring the sequel meets the high expectations set by the first installment.
Filling the void left by “The Batman” sequel, an untitled film starring Tom Cruise and directed by Alejandro G. Iñárritu is now set to hit theaters on October 2, 2026. This marks Iñárritu’s first English-language film since “The Revenant” and is described as an epic narrative following “the most powerful man in the world” on a mission to save humanity from a disaster of his own making. The film, which will benefit from IMAX screenings, stars a prestigious cast including Sandra Hüller, John Goodman, and Riz Ahmed.
Further adjustments include the switching of release dates between Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners” and Bong Joon-ho’s “Mickey 17.” “Sinners,” a horror-thriller starring Michael B. Jordan in dual roles, has been moved to April 18, 2025, while “Mickey 17,” a sci-fi adventure featuring Robert Pattinson, will now premiere on March 7, 2025. This strategic swap allows “Mickey 17” to have an extended run in IMAX theaters, capitalizing on the film’s visual spectacle.
These changes reflect Warner Bros.’ ongoing efforts to optimize the theatrical release schedule, balancing the need for quality production time with the competitive nature of the film industry’s calendar. The decisions have sparked conversations among fans and industry watchers, with particular excitement around the Cruise-Iñárritu collaboration, which promises to be a significant cinematic event. Meanwhile, the delay of “The Batman” sequel has left some fans disappointed but hopeful for a richer cinematic experience when it finally arrives.
