The Batman Franchise Must Prioritize This Spinoff After The Batman Part II’s Early Disappointment

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Following a lukewarm reception to recent developments, the *Batman* series has a chance to get back on track with its upcoming projects. Director Matt Reeves’ *The Batman* (2022) reimagined the iconic hero with Robert Pattinson as a darker, more brooding Bruce Wayne, set in a decaying Gotham City. The film was praised for its realistic tone, compelling characters, and mysterious atmosphere, successfully launching a new direction for DC Comics adaptations. This continued with the *The Penguin* series on HBO Max, which followed Colin Farrell’s character, Oswald “Oz” Cobb, as he navigated Gotham’s criminal world after the death of Carmine Falcone, battling other crime leaders for control. The next installment, *The Batman Part II* (2027), will continue Batman’s fight against crime and introduce a new villain to the city.

I was really disappointed to hear that Erin Milioti won’t be back as Sofia in *The Batman Part II*. It also makes me worry about Zoë Kravitz returning as Catwoman, since they’re connected! After the success of *The Penguin* – and Erin winning an Emmy for her performance! – it feels like a huge missed opportunity. The ending of that show clearly set up a team-up between Sofia and Catwoman, and that’s something we *need* to see. Whether it’s in a second season of *The Penguin* or a brand new spin-off, the next installment in this universe absolutely has to bring those two characters together. They have such great potential!

Sofia Falcone and Catwoman Need to Team Up in The Batman Universe’s Next Spinoff

After losing to Oz in the last episode of *The Penguin*, Sofia was sent back to Arkham Asylum, where she received a letter from Selina (Catwoman). Because they have a family connection, viewers are hoping this means Sofia and Catwoman will team up to defeat the Penguin, or even challenge Batman. While it’s unclear if Selina will be in *The Batman Part II* – she left Gotham at the end of the first film – this letter could be a sign that Catwoman will return in a future project, potentially with Sofia’s help.

A TV series or movie focusing on Sofia and Catwoman would be a significant development for the world of *The Batman*. Following the success of *The Penguin*, this potential project could attract a similar audience and receive comparable praise. The pairing of Sofia-a relatively unknown comic book character who became popular through *The Penguin*-and Catwoman-a well-established DC icon-offers a compelling foundation for a new story. While they’re typically enemies in the comics, *The Batman* franchise has a chance to create a unique and captivating narrative with these two characters.

Seeing Cristin Milioti and Zoe Kravitz share the screen would be captivating. Milioti’s portrayal of Sofia Falcone in *The Penguin* brilliantly showed a complex character with a heartbreaking history – wrongly accused of her father’s death and given the cruel nickname “The Hangman.” Zoe Kravitz’s Selina Kyle, as seen in *The Batman*, already demonstrated a willingness to operate in morally grey areas, even teaming up with Batman. A future series focusing on these two would be a fantastic opportunity to explore Catwoman’s darker side and create an exciting dynamic with her half-sister. It’s a smart way to build on the successes of both *The Batman* and *The Penguin* by connecting their stories.

While Sofia’s absence from *The Batman Part II* could actually be a good thing, delaying Catwoman’s return too would be a smart move. A separate project focusing on both characters would be even better than trying to force them into the sequel. Although the Penguin will be back, the new villain suggests there simply wasn’t enough space in the story for Sofia and Catwoman to team up. DC shouldn’t hint at a partnership if they don’t plan to follow through, so fans hoping for a spinoff can remain optimistic.

After The Penguin’s Success, Spinoffs Could Define The Batman Franchise’s Future

Currently, fans are really looking forward to *The Batman Part II*, but surprisingly, spin-off series might be even more crucial for the future of the franchise. While Bruce Wayne will likely remain central to the overall story, the success of *The Penguin* proves that Batman himself doesn’t always need to be in a project for it to be a hit with viewers.

As a huge fan of *The Batman*, I’m a little worried that we haven’t heard about any plans for future movies after *The Batman Part II*. It feels like to really keep the franchise going strong and stand out from all the other superhero stuff, they’ll need to explore some spin-off stories. Honestly, *The Batman* has already been a massive success with just two films, and if the sequel is as good as everyone hopes, those spin-offs could really turn it into something truly legendary!

Robert Pattinson’s Batman universe is full of fascinating characters, and Sofia and Catwoman are two of the most interesting. While plans for the future of the franchise, including *The Batman Part II*, have taken longer than expected and projects like *The Penguin* Season 2 are currently on hold, Matt Reeves’ vision for this corner of DC promises a more detailed world and deeper stories for supporting characters in future spinoffs after the sequel.

The Batman Part II is scheduled to open in theaters on October 1, 2027.

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2025-09-28 18:11