'The Batman Part II' locks in return of fan favourite character

A beloved Gotham character is returning in the upcoming The Batman Part II movie.

The new Robert Pattinson and Scarlett Johansson-led film is set to bring back Andy Serkis as Alfred Pennyworth.

The 61-year-old will play Bruce Wayne’s beloved butler once again when the sequel film starts shooting in June in London.

Reportedly, some behind-the-scenes reconciliation happened to ensure Andy‘s production on set of the 2027 installment would not interfere with Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum.

His New Line movie is slated to release on December 17, 2027. Now, it looks like the teams have managed to make things work out so he can do both shoots.

During his recent interviews the veteran actor remained hopeful for his comeback in the new Batman movie.

“[I am] pretty certain it’s all going to work out,” he told Collider earlier this month. “It’s all looking good.”

Meanwhile, about returning to the set, Andy discussed with Screen Rant that he wouldn’t be joining The Batman II shoot “immediately,” but “by the end of the year.”

In addition to Andy, Robert and Scarlett, The Batman II cast includes Colin Farrell as The Penguin, Sebastian Stan as Harvey Dent and many more.