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Marvel’s Black Widow Turns Dark: Scarlett Johansson To Join DC for The Batman – Part II
In a franchise-shaking update for superhero fans, Scarlett Johansson is reportedly closing in on a major role in The Batman – Part II, Matt Reeves’ long-awaited sequel starring Robert Pattinson. With negotiations said to be in the final stages, the Hollywood A-lister’s move from the Marvel Cinematic Universe to Gotham City has ignited a wave of speculation—particularly around the possibility of Johansson portraying the mysterious DC anti-hero Andrea Beaumont, also known as Phantasm.
A Stunning Fan Re-Imagining of Johansson as Phantasm
As buzz around Scarlett Johansson’s casting grows, artists and DC enthusiasts have already begun envisioning what the actress could look like in Reeves’ gritty universe. Popular creators like @dccommunityofbengal and @RoyalMaj3sty have shared striking concept art showing Johansson suited up as Phantasm, adapting the character’s haunting aesthetic to match the noir tone of The Batman franchise.
The artwork has gone viral across social media, with fans praising Johansson’s portrayal of one of the most tragic and complex figures in Batman lore.
Scarlett Johansson as Andrea Beaumont/Phantasm…
Peak incoming potentially💯 https://t.co/JK6SwaWcV0 pic.twitter.com/Srvzvm9zoW
— 👑 (@RoyalMaj3sty) December 4, 2025
Why Phantasm Could Be the Perfect Fit
Andrea Beaumont, first introduced in the critically acclaimed 1993 animated film Batman: Mask of the Phantasm, has long been a cult-favorite character. Originally voiced by Dana Delany, Andrea Beaumont was later brought into official DC Comics canon by writer Tom King in the Batman/Catwoman series.
As a tormented anti-hero with deep ties to Bruce Wayne’s past, Phantasm would offer Scarlett Johansson a layered and mature role—one that aligns well with the grounded emotional storytelling Reeves established in The Batman (2022).
While Warner Bros. and DC Studios have not confirmed the character she’ll play, Phantasm remains the fan-favorite theory.
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Production Updates and Release Timeline
According to reports, principal photography for The Batman – Part II will begin in May 2026, with the film slated for release on October 1, 2027. The sequel has undergone several delays since its initial announcement, making Johansson’s potential involvement a major momentum boost.
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Returning cast members include Robert Pattinson as Bruce Wayne/Batman, Colin Farrell as Oz Cobb/The Penguin, Andy Serkis as Alfred and Jeffrey Wright as Jim Gordon.
However, fans may be disappointed to learn that Zoë Kravitz’s Catwoman is reportedly not returning, though DC Studios has not made an official statement.
Scarlett Johansson will reportedly complete filming for The Exorcist before joining the Gotham-set project.
A Major Power Move for Johansson and DC
With box-office successes like Black Widow, Lucy, and Ghost in the Shell, Scarlett Johansson brings star power and global recognition to Reeves’ dark and atmospheric Gotham. Her leap from Marvel to DC marks one of Hollywood’s biggest franchise crossovers in recent years.
As anticipation builds, the possibility of Johansson stepping into the shadowy mask of Phantasm continues to electrify fans worldwide—setting the stage for one of the most exciting DC cinematic reveals in years.
