Yesterday, the geek world was rocked when it was reported that Ben Affleck was hanging up the cape and cowl as Batman after “Justice League.” Of course, nothing was official, but Kim Masters at The Hollywood Reporter is a veteran who knows her stuff, but nonetheless, DCEU fans held firm that the report was unsubstantiated. Well, today, they have some good news from Affleck himself. Sort of.
The actor swung through San Diego Comic Con for his obligatory stint plugging “Justice League,” and addressed the rumors he was saying farewell as Batman, by saying the following:
"I would be a fucking ape on the ground for Matt Reeves," says Affleck. "Don't believe the hype," adds Ezra Miller
— Kyle Buchanan (@kylebuchanan) July 22, 2017
"Let me be clear. Batman is the greatest fucking part in the world. I am THRILLED to do it." – BEN AFFLECK! pic.twitter.com/uxljGdHcOn
— DCEU Facts (@dceufacts) July 22, 2017
Well, that’s not quite a full-blown denial, and for all we know he could be talking about his work up until now. That being said, maybe he is still jazzed about playing growly Bruce Wayne and will keep going right into Matt Reeves‘ “The Batman,” even though he’s no longer directing, and they tossed out his script. Time well tell, but this is worth remembering….
Affleck also said he was directing #TheBatman 2 weeks before he dropped out. Let’s hope he keeps his word this time and stars in the movie!
— Batman-News.com (@BatmanNewsCom) July 22, 2017